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'Outdoor porcelain tiles are ideal for a kitchen due to their durability, heat and stain resistance and easy-to-clean surfaces,' says Amanda Telford, marketing manager at CTD Tiles. 'Tiles can cover a variety of hard surfaces and outdoor porcelain paving will give you a low-maintenance, stylish surface with excellent slip resistance. Many schemes extend the same surface design into their home.'
The most wonderful time of the year is finally here and we’re not talking about Christmas. Sizzling season is upon us and we’re basically eating and drinking in the garden for as long as we possibly can. So if you’re completely dedicated to alfresco life, then perhaps it’s time to consider an outdoor kitchen this summer?
There are several things to think about when planning an outdoor kitchen, from plumbing and electrics to worktops and flooring, so it’s important to factor everything in as early as possible. ‘Budget is, of course, a factor to consider from the outset, as it will impact every element of the plans you make,’ says Duncan Aird, founder, Outdoor Kitchen Expert. ‘Depending on the scope and specification, a budget of around £45,000 is a solid starting point. Regardless of what the budget is, it needs to be kept in mind throughout the process.’
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