A Few Simple Ways to Protect Your Kitchen Doors

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Getting a new kitchen can be an exciting time. And after all that planning and anticipation, you want to make sure it looks good for as long as possible. Kitchens are working spaces, though, and everyday things like heat, steam, spillages and certain cleaning products can damage kitchen doors over time. This can mean before…

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The Rise of Fluted Bathrooms in 2026

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Bathroom trends are moving away from flat, glossy finishes and towards something that feels warmer, softer and more textured. One of the biggest styles we’re seeing for 2026 is fluted bathroom design. If you haven’t come across the term before, fluting is the use of subtle vertical grooves or ribbed detailing across surfaces. It’s becoming…

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Kitchen Trends 2026: Why Warmer, More Natural Designs Are Taking Over

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For quite some time, the all-white kitchen has been the go to choice for many people. It’s a clean, bright and safe option. It’s been the standard for years, and it’s not hard to understand why. But we’re starting to see a new shift away from that look. While white kitchens will probably always have…

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How We Reworked 5 Homes to Suit How People Live

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Over the past few months, we’ve worked on a number of projects where the focus hasn’t just been on replacing a kitchen or bathroom. It’s been about making the whole space work better. What’s been interesting is how often the same theme has been cropping up. People aren’t just updating a room anymore. They’re stepping…

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The Questions People Don’t Always Ask (But Should) Before Starting a New Kitchen or Bathroom Project

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When people walk into our showroom in Yaxley, they often have plenty of ideas. From colour schemes to tap design to tile selection, very few people start from a blank page. And it’s exciting to plan a new kitchen or bathroom. But the one thing we’ve noticed is that there are usually a few questions…

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Why We Design, Supply and Install: A Q&A with Pete Bird

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Pete Bird Kitchens & Bathrooms is a massively growing company in Peterborough, with glowing reviews and a focus on customer service. But what has made the business so successful and why does it approach things differently? Find out everything you need to know in this Q&A with the man himself, Pete Bird. Why did you…

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Top 5 Kitchen Island Considerations – Don’t Let Your Dream Become a Nightmare

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Kitchen islands are hugely popular, and it’s easy to understand why. They create a natural hub for cooking, chatting and everyday life. When they are designed well, they can make the whole kitchen flow better. But when they’re put in without the right consideration, that dream kitchen can become a bit of a nightmare. If…

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Think Outside The Bowl With Themed Bathrooms

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When it comes to designing a bathroom, most people stick to the safe choices: neutral tiles, classic fixtures and understated décor. But what if your bathroom could be more than just functional? What if it could tell a story, showcase your personality, or even give you a smile every time you step in? At Pete…

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Seeing a Pete Bird Kitchen in Action!

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At Pete Bird Kitchens & Bathrooms, we’ve always said our showroom kitchens aren’t just for show. They’re real, fully functioning kitchens designed to be used every day. But let’s be honest, sometimes you’ve got to see it to believe it. That’s why we decided to bring in a professional chef to cook live and show…

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Why Kitchen and Bathroom Projects Can Be Bigger (and Better) Than They First Seem

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At Pete Bird Kitchens & Bathrooms, we don’t just sell kitchens and bathrooms, we transform homes. And that means that what starts out as a straightforward job on paper can sometimes turn into something much more exciting once we get to work. That’s where the magic really happens. Kitchens and bathrooms are rarely “just” kitchens…

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