Kitchen Deals -> Cook books

When shopping for a new washer, look for a front loading (horizontal-axis) machine. This machine may cost more to buy but uses about a third of the energy and less water than a top-loading machine. With a front loader, you'll also save more on clothes drying, because they remove more water from your clothes during the spin cycle. Look for the Energy Star label.

Check the capacity. 'Standard' 60cm wide dishwashers can take 12, 14 or 16 place settings, whilst slimline 45cm models may cater for 7, 8 or 9 place settings. Compact dishwashers tend to be 45 cm wide and can be placed on the worktop or built in, depending on the model. They may take 4, 5 or 6 place settings.

To keep your Granite Worktop in the best possible condition, the following points should be observed:

• Avoid contact with edges of worksurface as chipping may otherwise occur.
• Do not cut directly on the work surface.
• Do not physically abuse your Granite Worktop.
• Do not expose your Granite Worktop to excessive heat.
• Do not move your Granite Worktop from the original place of installation