Thinking about a bespoke kitchen? Discover the difference between bespoke, made-to-measure, and off-the-shelf kitchens plus what to expect when designing your dream kitchen from scratch. What Does ‘Bespoke Kitchen’ Mean? Unlike ‘off-the-shelf’ or ‘made-to-measure’ kitchens, a bespoke kitchen doesn’t … Continue reading
BORA Hobs – Giving you maximum flexibility for a perfect kitchen
BORA Hobs When Willi Brukbauer patented his first BORA hob with downdraft extractor back in 2006 his intention was to make a more attractive kitchen the most important part of the house. With years of experience in the kitchen … Continue reading
Silestone Worktops – All benefits of a stone worktop at an affordable price
Silestone worktops Silestone worktops are a common choice for those who want all the benefits of a stone worktop at an affordable price. Offering low maintenance, stain and bacteria resistance, a Silestone worktop highlights the natural beauty of stone whilst … Continue reading
Dekton Worktops – When only the best will do
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2FnhX6Fa4U Dekton worktops A Dekton worktop is one of the toughest options available. Dekton resists heat, scratches, UV light, stains, and chemicals, making it ideal for everyday use — indoors or out. It sits in the premium price range, but … Continue reading
Induction Hobs – What is an induction hob and how does it work? Everything you need to know about the next generation of cooking
Thinking about choosing an induction hob for your new kitchen? This guide answers the most common questions we hear, from how induction cooking works to which pans you’ll need, and whether it’s worth the upgrade. Whether you’re weighing up induction … Continue reading
Corian Worktops – Everything you need to know about our favourite worksurface
Corian worktops Corian worktops are hands-down one of the most popular choices we make for our clients. They’re reliable, great value, and built to last. Corian is ideal if you want a clean, modern surface without the faff. No visible … Continue reading
Scandinavian Kitchen Design – 16 Essential Elements Explained Step by Step
Scandinavian kitchens are known for their calm, clever functionality and timeless aesthetic. But great Scandi kitchen design is about more than just white walls and clean lines. It’s a whole philosophy, one that blends beauty with practicality, and prioritises simplicity, … Continue reading
Emma Britton Features Wood & Wire at RHS Chelsea
We’re not usually ones for the limelight, but when your work ends up on show at RHS Chelsea Flower Show with Emma Britton, it’s worth a proper shout. This year, our bespoke plywood kitchen furniture was chosen by glass surface … Continue reading
45 Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Design Ideas And Resources
Looking for some mid-century kitchen ideas? Look no further. We love a good midcentury kitchen at Wood & Wire so we’ve compiled the best round-ups and ideas featuring 100’s of designs and ideas, so you don’t have to. Anything missing? … Continue reading
27 Retro Kitchen Ideas & Design Inspiration (1940s–1970s)
We love a retro kitchen at Wood & Wire and judging by our inbox, so do you. So we’ve rounded up the very best retro kitchen ideas, from colourful 1950s cabinetry to groovy 70s laminate looks, and everything in between. … Continue reading
18 Unusual Kitchen Design Ideas
Do you have a penchant for unusual kitchen ideas as much as us? Well, we’re here to save you from a never-ending doom scroll. In this blog, we’ve compiled all our favourite ideas from the top quirky kitchen idea roundups. … Continue reading
What is Valchromat? – Find out more about this innovative ‘through core’ colour material
Valchromat is the trade name for an engineered coloured wood made by a manufacturer called Investwood. The fibres are dyed before being pressed, so the colour runs all the way through the material. Now, don’t get confused — people often … Continue reading
Japanese Style Kitchen: How We Achieved the Look in 10 Simple Steps
This Japanese-style kitchen, designed with key elements found in traditional Japanese kitchens, was inspired by our client’s travels to Japan. Our client sought to recreate the ambience of a Tokyo noodle bar within the back-room extension of their suburban home … Continue reading
Ako – Our Very Own Wonderous Woman
Celebrating An Amazing Woman – Ako Shillitoe As International Women’s Day arrives again, we enjoy the chance to celebrate the spirit and resilience embodied by women. One of the most inspirational women to us, though, is pretty much as close … Continue reading
Quooker Tap – The tap that does it all
Introducing the Quooker boiling water tap. Helping to simplify your kitchen life by reducing worksurface clutter and the time spent waiting for the kettle or pan to boil. Did you know that Quooker was the first to launch a tap … Continue reading
Plywood Kitchen – Buying Guide – All You Need To Know
Plywood Kitchen – The Modern Choice Plywood kitchens are trending. Once a niche corner of the kitchen market, the desirability for a plywood kitchen has become mainstream thanks to lots of coverage within social media channels, home improvement magazines and … Continue reading
How To Measure For A Bespoke Kitchen
How to measure your space for a bespoke kitchen So that we can get started and provide you with an initial estimate, We’ll need some measurements of your space. If you’ve got an architect or a designer on the project, … Continue reading
Boom in websites supporting local UK shops amid Covid lockdowns- The Guardian
Guardian writer Alexandra Topping explores the different actions independent businesses are taking to survive the pandemic. Wood & Wire Jim Leach is quoted discussing the newly launched Totally locally Heben Bridge site. “The site has made a big difference,” says … Continue reading
Kitchen Island Inspiration – These Three Rooms
The Wood & Wire team are delighted to be featured in ‘These Three Rooms’ latest kitchen island inspiration article ‘Kitchen island inspo: Stunning ideas you need to see’. Kitchen islands regularly feature at the top of everyone’s wish list so … Continue reading
Mid-Century Modern Home – 1970’s Renovation – The Yorkshire Post
Sharon Dale of ‘The Yorkshire Post’ takes a sneak peek inside the mid-century modern home renovation of Wood & Wire Co-founder, Jim Leach. In this feature, Jim and his partner Lee share their story of updating their tiered 1970’s self … Continue reading
16 Rose Tinted ideas for a cool pink kitchen – Houzz
Gone off grey and weary of white in your kitchen? If you prefer a soft shade with a touch of warmth, pink could be perfect. This rosy hue is becoming more popular with homeowners. In fact, the phrase ‘pink kitchens’ … Continue reading
Innovative home storage ideas – Houzz
Georgia Madden (senior writer for Houzz) says “There’s something supremely satisfying about good storage – not only does it contribute to the smooth running of your home, it also gives you the sense (even if it’s only for a moment) … Continue reading
Kitchen Planning – Top Ten Tips
Effective kitchen planning at the initial stages of your is crucial if you want to a kitchen scheme that will accommodate all your needs and save you a fortune in costly mistakes. As the most used and abused room in … Continue reading
Hebdenbridge.Org – Wood & Wire
Hebdenbridge.org talk about the new Wood & Wire showroom on Market Street, Hebden Bridge. Article no longer available online. Sorry!
Medite Smartply – Talking Chairs @ Chester Zoo
Medite Smartply interviews artist Jane Revitt about her Wood & Wire custom-made interactive talking chairs for Chester Zoo. The bespoke plywood chairs have a sound system installed which are activated when the user presses a button. This fun installation teaches … Continue reading
Living North – Meet The Maker – Jim Leach
Living North interviews Wood & Wire co-founder and director Jim leach in this throwback magazine article from 2015. Jim shares how he got into furniture design, his style and inspiration and his hopes and aspirations for the future. Read the … Continue reading
