Sage green, indigo, oak or ivory? A practical guide to Shaker kitchen door colours and finishes across our ranges, and which colour and texture combination suits your kitchen.
The Journal | Aspin Collins
Articles that discuss various topics relating to the Kitchen and Bespoke Interiors company.
LED Driver Wattage Guide for Kitchen Lighting
A practical guide to sizing an LED driver correctly for kitchen lighting, covering how wattage works, when a 30W driver is the right choice, and how to avoid overloading a driver as your setup grows.
Handle-Free / Handleless Kitchen Styles: A Practical Guide
A practical guide to handleless kitchen design, covering how J-pull doors actually work, why white gloss remains the most requested version of the style, and what to consider before choosing it over a handled kitchen.
Cutlery Tray & Drawer Insert Sizing Guide
A practical guide to sizing a cutlery tray correctly, covering the cabinet-vs-drawer measurement mistake, why matching drawer systems matters, and when a bespoke tray is worth the extra step.
Wardrobe LED Lighting Kit Guide: Motion Sensors, Placement & Setup
A practical guide to the Wardrobe Lighting Kit's dotless COB tape and PIR motion sensor, covering what's included, correct sensor placement, and how to plan your run before fitting.
Unusual Handle Colours: Copper & Anthracite
Copper or anthracite, a practical guide to these two less common handle colours, where each genuinely works best, and how to use them with confidence.
Curved Kitchen Units & Cabinets: A Buying Guide
Curved units solve a different problem to corner storage, softening an exposed run end rather than fixing an access issue. Here's what's genuinely available and what to check before choosing one.
Under-Sink Drip Tray Buying Guide: What Size and Type Do You Need?
The area under your sink is one of the most leak-prone spots in a kitchen. Here's how to choose the right drip tray size, material, and fit to actually protect your cabinet base.
Slimline & Slim Media Wall Designs: What to Know Before You Buy
Not every room has space for a full-depth media wall. Here's how slimline designs work, what sizes are genuinely available, and whether a slim build still suits your TV and space.
Chrome vs Nickel: Choosing the Right Cool-Tone Handle
Chrome and nickel both read as cool-toned "silver" at a glance, but they behave very differently in daily use. Here's how to actually tell them apart and pick the right one for your kitchen.
How to Order MFC & Furniture Board Cut to Size: A Step-by-Step Guide
Ordering cut to size board isn't complicated once you know the sequence. Here's the full step-by-step, from measuring correctly through to understanding what edging and lead times actually mean for your build.
Satin, Brushed, Bright & Matt Nickel Handles: A Comparison Guide
Satin, brushed, bright, or matt nickel, a practical guide to what actually separates these nickel finishes, how each performs day to day, and which suits your kitchen.
