gloss laminex vs. polytec
the qualities are comparable but wear differently
if you have kids go with melamine/laminate on the floor units and foil for the top.
kitchen sinks
250mm deep sinks are used in laundries and as we all know dont come in 1.5 bowls
The deepest i have seen is 180mm in stainless steel unless you look at…
Technika or Delonghi What would you choose?
I have used a delonghi dishwasher and it does a good job
I would def go with delonghi, there customer service is pretty good too. We all need a good…
Splashback cost comparison
An independent tiler could cost just labour at $700
Tiles could range between $10-$90 a square meter.
Glass is between $450-$700 a square meter installed
Cutouts 50-100 each, Vitro Glazing (a must in…
gloss laminex vs. polytec
thats because you will find polytech will probably be a foil not a melamine
kitchen bulkheads
no more than 500 bucks to install an mdf bulkhead with an existing kitchen installation.
if you pay more then make sure they do a superior job and includes cornice installation
how to organise a corner pantry
One option is to make the shelves shallower and more of them.
I find that we sell more appliance pantries that are 350-400 deep as opposed to the super deep corner…
SmartPack Kitch Pics
I use Google Sketchup
Its relatively simple if you have used drawing softwares before. If not, it can be a little confusing
SmartPack Kitch Pics
These are the pics for updated pics for Ellyash
There are some introduced colours to help make you mind up
Doors: Luxe ebony, parchment, seratone sand…
SmartPack Kitch Pics
These are the piccies I did for Building with coral 2009
Doors: Streetlight and ...
Benchtop: Ice snow
Splashback: Red, Teal and Green
Any feedback on Induction ovens?
My first question to people generally is how much do you love cooking?
If you dont then your not really going to notice what the extra bells and whistles are for.
If…
found small chips in brand new laminate kitchen????
I would get them replaced if its possible, it should be in pristine condition - the stuff is relatively cheap so demand it!
Too many options!!
I think a colour that has a tad of antique gold of bronze in it would be better...im not a fan of pink eeek
SmartPack Kitch Pics
Hi all
This thread is for any requested renderings people have asked me to do.
That way they can be placed together and become a bit of a resource for…
Maytag question
Any major retailer should be able to sell you maytag.
I used to find (before whirlpool bought them out) alot of issues with there products, particularly there washers.
I hope whirlpool have…
water damage to laminate
Not really, you could dress it up the best you can but it will always look patched and probably wont last that long
Sorry
Depending on…
Colour Appt Looming Help with Mushroom Linea Please
I have attached a file with the colour combos of the cupboards and bench. The colours go quite harmoiously.
To help you convince yourself of the right choice, there is…
thanksyou smartpack!!! opinions on kitchen colours please!!
heres the kitchen with licorice linea, aluinium doors and outrageous green tiles:)
Kitchen layout challenge
I think having the windows vertical instead of horizontal will be a great idea. It will allow you to appreciate you bush views more and create an illusion of…
Kitchen layout challenge
I love that oven lol, its great!
I will have a think and see what i can recommend
What design would you put here?
You can buy paint on instead of spray on blackboard paint from bunnings.
You could also use coloured acylic instead.
You get it cut to the size you need then silicon it…
HELP- 3 drawer configuration
its never to late to raise the kitchen, its only a plinth or adjustable legs underneath the cabinets.
the average is between 140-160 high however for the taller crowd up to…
thanksyou smartpack!!! opinions on kitchen colours please!!
Here are the pics you requested
The colours are swatches from google so if they are not exact we know why:)
I of course got a little carried away with paneling on…
What design would you put here?
I would put top units with gas lift doors to utilise the extra space. Underneath of that, I would paint the area in a darker colour and make a feature…
Kitchen advice needed :(
the overlap or half bench is generally more of a utility/decorative space ie like the phone, flower display, print on the wall etc.
We all seem to have one in the…
HELP- 3 drawer configuration
3 drawer configurations vary
I have personally done 178 for the top and 272 for the middle and bottom.
Reason being if you have a 4 drawer unit the drawer height is…
Please help me choose the benchtop and rangehood!
I would go with a square form benchtop or square edge benchtop as it will maintain a modern look.
I would personally choose a stainless steel canopy as i quite like…
waterfall edge on bench.
900 is at the high end of costs however if the labour and installation is superior then go for it. High quality installation makes the finish product look fantastic…
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