1. Flooring & Kitchen Styles Tab 4

2. FLOOR TREATMENTS HARD - wood, tile –durable and considered permanent wood floors - complements any decor, costly tile - lasts indefinitely, durable, easily cleaned, costly, cold, can crack/break

3. RESILIENT – vinyl –one of most popular –less expensive than tile and wood flooring –may have no-wax finishes that make care easier suitable for high traffic area FLOOR TREATMENTS

4. SOFT - carpet, rugs –muffles noise –insulates against drafts –quality depends on: fiber content construction depth of pile * textures – berber, frieze, plush, sculptured, shag * fibers – nylon, olefin, polyester, acrylic, and wool

5. FLOOR TREATMENTS –padding is necessary for: shock absorption insulation decreasing noise increase life of the carpet –density of pile - the closeness with which yarns are tufted, woven, or tied

6. FLOOR TREATMENTS –COST CONSIDERATIONS – Product Labor Pad Sub-floor floor removal upkeep and care method of pricing - square yard, square foot

7. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) Work Center: An area of a kitchen especially equipped for a particular chore How much countertop space is recommended for the following? – Side where refrigerator door opens = 18 Each side of cook-top = 21 Each side of sink = 36 Mixing center = 36

8. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) Work Triangle: The area where most kitchen work occurs Formed by drawing imaginary lines to connect the sink, range or cook-top, and refrigerator.

9. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) The Work Triangle is Important Because… – Provides a clue to how effective the kitchen is The ideal location for a sink in a work triangle is … – Between the refrigerator and the range.

10. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) The Four Basic Shapes of Kitchen Layouts: 1) One-Wall – The range, sink, refrigerator, and cabinets are all along one wall Island – A freestanding Storage & Countertop Unit That May Contain a Sink Or Cook-top Range

11. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) The Four Basic Shapes of Kitchen Layouts 2) Corridor – The cabinets and appliances are arranged along two opposite walls with an aisle between

12. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) The Four Basic Shapes of Kitchen Layouts 3) L-Shaped - The appliances and cabinets are arranged along two adjoining walls

13. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) The Four Basic Shapes of Kitchen Layouts 4) U-Shaped – The appliances and cabinets are arranged along three adjoining walls

14. Three Ventilation Systems For a Kitchen: Range-hood ventilation – Ventilation system equipped with a blower or fan that draws heat, smoke, moisture, and odors up from the range to the outdoors through a duct (a pipe, tube, or channel that carries air).

15. Three Ventilation Systems For a Kitchen: Downdraft ventilation – Ventilation system where the cooking air is drawn down through a vent in or near the cooktop, into duct-work, and out of the house

16. Three Ventilation Systems For a Kitchen: Recirculating range hood – System in which air is drawn by a fan through a cleaning filter and returned to the room

17. KITCHENS (Styles & Functions) Four Special Features Available on Cabinets to Help Solve Storage Problems: – Cutlery (Knives) Drawers – Deep Drawers With Upright Dividers – Fold-Out Pantry Units – Roll-Down Doors Attached To Upper Cabinets

18. Six Different Types of Countertop Materials: Laminated Plastic – Economical – Range of Colors – Easy to Maintain – Scratches & Scorches Easily

19. Six Different Types of Countertop Materials: Wood and Butcher Block – Good for Chopping & Slicing – Spots From Spills & Scorches – Can Cause Germs To Breed

20. Six Different Types of Countertop Materials: Ceramic Tile – Durable – Easy to Maintain – Resists Scratching and Scorching – Can Have An Uneven Surface – May Cause Breakage of Objects Dropped On It – Has Grout That Needs To Be Sealed

21. Six Different Types of Countertop Materials: Natural Stone – Durable & Resists Stains – Expensive

22. Six Different Types of Countertop Materials: Marble – Good For Making Pastry and Candy – Stains Easily – Expensive

23. Six Different Types of Countertop Materials: Acrylic Compound – Easy to Clean & Durable – Resists Germs & Mildew – Can Scorch – Expensive

24. Size Recommendations For a Refrigerator For a Family: For a Family of Two… – 16 Cubic Feet For a Family of Four… – 19 Cubic Feet Cubic Feet (Length x Width x Height) Square Feet (Length x Width)

25. Special Features Available on Refrigerators and Freezers: Power Saver Switch Automatic Ice Maker Ice Cube and Cold Water Dispenser on the Exterior Door Separate Compartments with Individually Controlled Thermostats for Vegetables, Cheese, and Meats Glass Shelves to Prevent Dripping Deep Door Compartments for Large Items Electronic Controls That Sound When the Door is Left Open or the Unit Needs Repairs Slide-in Containers for Storing Leftovers

26. Appliances Microwave Oven: It saves time (advantage) Foods don’t brown as well as in conventional ovens (disadvantage)

27. Appliances Features Available on Ranges: – Electronic Ignition – Which eliminates the need for a continuously burning pilot light (saves energy) – Electronic Touch Controls – Programmable Ovens – Which can start cooking at a preset time and shut off automatically

28. Appliances Four Factors to Consider When Purchasing Appliances: – Installation Costs – Operating Costs – Performance Ratings – Energy Saving Features – Safety Standards – Colors That Will Blend With Walls and Cabinets

29. Safety aspects for Electrical Outlets and Lighting: Any outlet near a water source should be equipped with a ground- fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Lights should be designed to operate only with wall switches