Kitchen storage solutions

Kitchen storage solutions - Truman Kitchens

A huge proportion of our lives are spent in our kitchens, which often take centre stage and are the hub of our home.  No longer just used for eating, we now socialise and conduct our busy lives around our kitchen tables, whether that be for work or entertainment.  It’s paramount that our kitchen storage solutions […]

Open shelving in your kitchen

Open shelving in your kitchen - Truman Kitchens

Open Shelving in your kitchen…..a trend that you would embrace? Or would your need for tidiness and perfection just not allow it? Well, its here to stay and we think there is a way to get this look just right and to enhance and open up your kitchen space to create an airy and artistic look. We all have those […]

Quooker boiling water taps

Quooker boiling water taps - Truman Kitchens

Do you remember pre dishwasher days? The time consuming task of washing all the pots and pans one by one? No we don’t either and would never wish to return to this! The Quooker boiling water taps are revolutionising our kitchens in much the same way as the dishwasher did all those years ago and we believe its […]

The beauty of an inframe kitchen

The Beauty Of An Inframe Kitchen - Truman Kitchens

We are sure you have or are hearing the words “inframe” if you are considering the possibility of a new kitchen.  But what does it actually mean? How does an inframe kitchen differ to a standard kitchen and what are the benefits you could expect to see? An inframe kitchen gives a unique and individual […]

Designing an open plan living space

Designing an open plan living space - Truman Kitchens

Now more than ever, open plan kitchens are one of the most desired change to any home and creating open plan living and multi-functional space in your home is becoming more and more popular.  The UK has thoroughly embraced the idea of open plan living over the last decade but there are many points to consider if you are […]

Bringing the outside in

Bringing the outside in, Kitchen Articles - Truman Kitchens

Bringing the outside in is a common phrase these days, but what does it really mean? We are in unprecedented times at the moment, and with the advice to stay in, what better way to enjoy your home without the feelings of claustrophobia that could set in? Summer days are nearing and there are many options available to […]

Kitchen cabinet handles

Kitchen cabinet handles, Kitchen Articles - Truman Kitchens

The smallest details are often the thing that make a big impact of any kitchen design and kitchen cabinet handles should not be overlooked or left to a last minute thought. They need to be aesthetically pleasing but they also need to be functional and reliable so quality will play a huge part in your […]

Splashback inspiration

Splashbacks, Kitchen Articles - Truman Kitchens

We have various displays at our showroom so lets explore the options of kitchen splashbacks…. Made from a variety of materials kitchen splashbacks can be as simple as a square behind a hob, or fully fitted between worktop and wall units.  Although the purpose of a splashbacks is to protect your kitchen walls a splashback is […]

New Year, New Kitchen

New year New Kitchen - Truman Kitchens

A new year is here, in fact a new decade. Always a good time for reflection and change and take stock of your surroundings and make improvements in your life and your home. Could a new kitchen be on your agenda for change? We often set ourselves new challenges in the new year, whether it […]

Kitchen Cabinet Colours

Kitchen Cupboard Colours - Truman Kitchens

Let’s talk kitchen cabinet colours. Choosing new kitchen cabinets can be such a hard decision to make and its not just the style and finish you should consider. Cabinets and drawers will be one of the most focal points in you dream room and need to reflect the rest of the design, they will define […]

Seating solutions for your kitchen

Seating Solutions for your kitchen - Truman Kitchens

How we use the rooms in our houses has changed dramatically over the years.  Homes are evolving with a shift from the traditional dining area and separate kitchen, to a more social, entertaining and family aspect with a more casual lifestyle approach.  The kitchen now fulfill’s a multitude of different functions, ranging from helping with […]

Integrated Wine Coolers – a must for your kitchen

Integrated Wine Coolers - Truman Kitchens

Some people say the biggest mistake you can make when designing your kitchen is not allowing for enough storage, but could it be not installing an integrated wine cooler with a sleek design? With kitchens now becoming a focal point of any house and so much more than just a functional room, the social aspect […]

Choosing your kitchen worktops

Kitchen Worktops - Truman Kitchens

Kitchen worktops are a key component of any kitchen design and with the kitchen now becoming a focal point and social hub of family life, the worktops need to not only look good, but provide a functional and practical solution to the heart of your home.  There are various different styles and finishes to choose […]

Six Steps to Your Dream Kitchen

Dream Kitchens - Truman Kitchens

When looking at organising your new dream kitchen, we advise these six simple steps to ensure that when it is installed, you have exactly what you want, and how you want it. 1. Engage Engage with a kitchen designer early in the project. This will ensure that any structural works are all planned in advance […]

Innovative Modular Sinks

Franke Modular Sinks - Truman Kitchens

Some house sizes are becoming more compact, and when making the most of the space available, there are some great new modular sinks available in the marketplace to think about. Manufacturers are innovating all the time, and Franke have come up with a brilliant way to save space with the Box Center. Useful for any […]

Wireless technology in the kitchen

Wireless Technology in the Kitchen - Truman Kitchens

The kitchen is becoming more and more technological as designs, programmes and apps become more intricately entwined in all areas of the home. Wireless technology in the kitchen is a new step forward. With the advent of Hive, Ring and other brands, Bluetooth and wireless technology allows us to have everything consistently at our fingertips. […]

The pantry makes a comeback

The Pantry - Truman Kitchens

The pantry has been in existence ever since the day people first started storing food in a separate room from where it was prepared. These items were ambient products that weren’t immediately perishable. Not to be confused with a larder, a small cold room for storage of perishable and prepared items, the pantry has been […]

Boiling water taps from Quooker

Quooker Taps - Truman Kitchens

One thing that gets mentioned a lot when we are talking to our clients is: ‘It has to be perfect.’ When we hear this our answer is always the same. Detail. Attention to detail is key in any luxury kitchen, and it must be made in the early stages of any good kitchen design. When […]

Five tips for a more environmentally friendly kitchen

Climate change is here, and it is something we all need to come together to make any kind of impact. As one of the most active areas of the household for energy consumption, the kitchen has many areas to consider, and to decipher where the largest decrease in carbon footprint can be made. The majority […]

Is the kitchen a functional art installation?

Kitchens - Truman Kitchens

The humble kitchen has had a change in its perception over time, from a room that was off to one side just for the purpose of cooking, it has now become a room that engenders groupings and conversation. The open plan lifestyle has played a huge part in this, as well a change in attitudes […]

Kitchen installations

Kitchen Installations - Truman Kitchens

When buying a new kitchen, it is thought that the hardest decision to make is what style, design and personality you want installed in your home. You have found the perfect kitchen, the perfect appliances and now you are ready, with your install date coming up. One thing to consider is the amount of time […]

What does your kitchen style say about you?

Kitchen Style - Truman Kitchens

When it comes to choosing your dream kitchen, it is an artful way to express your personality in a room that is the heart of your home. Modern society always has the ‘kitchen contingent’ of friends and family that quite often sit in the kitchen rather than the sitting room, giving you the opportunity to […]