When looking for a unique statement in your kitchen design, black kitchen cabinets can make your kitchen stand out from the crowd. But black is such a dramatic color, that you need to take care in how it is used and how much it is used. Used with care black carries a simple elegance.
Black cabinets can look at home in a contemporary kitchen design, where there are not as many earth colors but more of a high tech ambience. It can combine well with white highlights and stainless appliances. While both can be quite stark and dramatic in their appearance, white kitchen cabinets can be used alone to create a very clean and almost sterile appeal, but black cabinets are best used in contrast to other elements in the kitchen. The flooring of the kitchen is often a great way to create the contrasting elements, as an example using a simple white and black checkerboard pattern can work quite well.
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But you can find black cabinets in a wide variety of settings. Contemporary kitchens with simple metal and painted surfaces, to a more traditional setting consisting primarily of hardwoods and earth colors. You can find an appropriate use for black elements in almost any setting.
Because the cabinets are such a major part of the overall effect of a kitchen, at times it's better to use black in smaller areas as the contrasting element. This is often done with the appliances, as they capture they eye in isolated bits, and are not usually the dominant visual element in the kitchen. And black is a relatively easy color to maintain and keep clean. Additionally, black can be cheaper since it is painted or a laminate, not necessarily a hardwood cabinet.
A common approach is to use the walls of an island or the lower or upper halves of the cabinets as the contrasting black paired with either a white or hardwood cabinetry. Another treatment is to use a granite countertop that has black highlights to provide some continuity. Usually this works best in a larger space, but in a smaller kitchen too much black will create a dark and uninviting ambience.
Black kitchen cabinets can be a great addition to your kitchen design, but take time to plan the total impact to create the an area that appeals to your guests.
Christmas Sales Black & Decker TLD100 Thermal Leak Detector 201
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Christmas Sales Black & Decker TLD100 Thermal Leak Detector Feature
- Uses infrared sensors to measure surface temperatures
- Helps homeowners track down power-draining drafts
- Sold with a 5-step guide to fixing basic energy leaks and comes with the thermal leak detector
- Plugging leaks can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs
- Backed by a two-year warranty
Christmas Sales Black & Decker TLD100 Thermal Leak Detector Overview
The Black & Decker Thermal Leak Detector helps you increase the efficiency of your home's insulation by finding leaky areas that can lead to higher heating and cooling bills. You'll instantly identify problem areas around drafty windows and doors, and uncover hidden leaks and insulation "soft spots" around your home. Check windows, ducts, and walls with the thermal reference light that indicates hot and cold spots. You can even use the detector to diagnose engine misfires or check your refrigerator and freezer settings. |
 The TLD100 lets you identify weak spots that can lead to high energy bills. View larger. |
The Thermal Leak Detector makes it easy to monitor your home's energy efficiency by finding areas that let heat out and cold air in. Simply set the detector's temperature tolerances to one, five, or 10 degrees and scan the light across the area you want to inspect. The light will change to red for warmer spots and blue for cooler spots to detect air leaks in both warm and cool weather. The detector also displays temperatures in either Fahrenheit or Celsius on the LCD screen. Check for drafts or leaks around your fireplace, recessed lighting, electrical outlets, along floor molding, or any place that may have improper seals, caulking, or seams that aren't immediately visible. An included booklet gives you tips and instructions on how to seal leaks and improve insulation.
Cut Energy Bills and Improve Your Home's Efficiency
Sealing the leaks and improving insulation in your home can help you save as much as 20 percent on your heating and cooling bills. An efficient, greener home will stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter, increasing its resale value.
Multiple Uses to Handle Uncommon Tasks
Use the Thermal Leak Detector to check your refrigerator and freezer temperatures and efficiency. Diagnose engine problems related to overheating or coolant leaks to avoid costly repairs and mechanic bills down the road. The Thermal Leak Detector can also check the operation of your HVAC system, so you can perform preventative maintenance as needed.
The Black & Decker Thermal Leak Detector is covered by a two-year warranty.
What's in the Box
Thermal Leak Detector, five-step guide on how to insulate and seal your house
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