Yes, it’s that time of the year again…the countdown to Christmas is on! Whether you are hosting Christmas at yours or throwing a Christmas party- your kitchen is where the entertaining will take place. At Torbitts Ltd, we love seeing how our clients decorate their kitchens for the festive season. The key is to start preparing your kitchen early. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail, right? 

Here is a few tips on how to prepare your kitchen: 

-Clean your oven & Dishwasher 

These are probably the two most important appliances of the Christmas season! Oven cleaning is often a task many people put off as it requires considerable time and effort. Why not consider hiring a professional to come and clean your oven to save you some time in the run up to Christmas? It’s always important to remember if your oven hasn’t been cleaned in a while, the build-up of dirt, grime, fat and oil can prevent it from cooking your food as quickly as it should. As well as just cooking, you’re going to have a lot of leftover washing up to deal with, by cleaning your dishwasher you can load it with more, with guaranteed sparkling clean results.

-Organise and Declutter

Taking the time to reorganise, clear out and clean your kitchen before Christmas will make it a pleasure to spend time in. Empty and reorganise your cupboards, throwing away out of date or unused items to make room for festive treats. Declutter worktops and shelves to create an aesthetically-pleasing and relaxing space to cook in. Christmas is a special time of year for many, and those tins of beans, packets of pasta and frozen chips simply don’t take centre stage. 

-Accessorise 

The kitchen can often be overlooked when thinking about Christmas decorations, with the main event being the living room because of its cosy feel. Candles, wreaths, lights and garlands can all add some festive cheer and create a warm and welcoming space to spend time in this Christmas. To tone down harsh lighting and create an intimate atmosphere, consider candle displays which make an elegant and decorative table or island centrepiece.  

-Refresh or Makeover your Kitchen 

If your kitchen needs repairs or is feeling a little tired and drab, you may want to take the plunge and update it. Reface kitchen cupboards, invest in a beautiful, sparkling new granite or quartz worktop, or give the walls or cabinets a lick of paint to instantly give your kitchen an affordable makeover.