Why Off-White Kitchens Are the Timeless Choice for Modern British Homes

When it comes to kitchen design, off-white has emerged as one of the most popular and enduring choices for UK homeowners. With its soft tones, light-r...

How to Buy a DIY Kitchen from Lark & Larks (Without the Showroom Price Tag)

Looking for a beautiful new kitchen without the stress, cost, or commitment of a full-scale showroom refit? You’re in the right place. At Lark & La...

5 Inspiring UK Kitchen Renovators to Follow in 2025

Thinking of updating your kitchen this year? Whether you're planning a full remodel or just want some fresh ideas, these five UK-based kitchen influen...

Create Your Dream Kitchen with Lark & Larks Made-to-Measure Units

If you're planning a kitchen makeover or starting from scratch, the foundation of a truly functional and stylish kitchen lies in the units. At Lark & ...

Where to Place Handles on Kitchen Cabinets

How To Arrange Kitchen Cabinets

Knowing how to arrange kitchen cabinets efficiently can help transform your space and change the way you use and interact with your home. It can assis...

How Much Does A New Kitchen Cost?

Whether you are moving house or upgrading your own, planning, designing and installing a new Fitted Kitchen is one of the most exciting home improveme...

How to Vinyl Wrap Kitchen Doors

Vinyl wrapping your kitchen doors is a stylish, cost-effective way to transform the look of your space in just a few hours. Whether you want a sleek m...

How to Care for Kitchen Doors

At Lark and Larks, we believe the kitchen is the heart of the home. And nothing speaks to the quality of your space quite like beautifully maintained ...

How to Adjust Kitchen Cupboard Doors

Even in the most perfectly fitted kitchen, nothing ruins the beautiful look quicker than uneven cupboard doors. Over time, kitchen cupboard doors shif...

How to Create Your Dream Utility Room: Practical & Stylish Utility Room Ideas

A well-designed utility room can be a total game-changer for your home. Whether you're renovating a dedicated space or making room in a multi-use area...

How to Paint Kitchen Cabinet Handles In 5 Steps

If you are looking to refresh your kitchen for less, one cost-effective way you can do this is by painting kitchen cabinet handles. This guide goes th...

Jamie Oliver - Steak Sarnie

Alongside chasing turkey twizzlers out of school dinners, Jamie is famous for his Italian and American inspired dishes, but it’s his classic, rustic a...

Revamp Your Bedroom with Budget-Friendly Wardrobe Door Replacements

The bedroom is becoming more than just a place to sleep - it’s a sanctuary where comfort meets style. If you're looking to refresh your space without ...

The Guide to Accessorising a Plain Bedroom

Are you bored of your plain-looking bedroom? Are you in need of some ideas to make your space special for you? This blog has you covered, as we explor...

Bedroom Design Inspiration 2026

From the Bedroom to the Boardroom: Celebrating our 21st Birthday

It has been 21 years since we started Lark and Larks, and we celebrated our birthday on 23rd April 2024. We started back in 2003, founded by two br...

Why Quality Fitted Bedroom Furniture Will Always Outlive Cheap Freestanding Bedroom Furniture

When you’re browsing fitted bedrooms in furniture stores, it can be so, so tempting to opt for the really low cost options. This is especially true if...

Thinking of Giving Your Fitted Bedroom Units a Facelift?

Giving your bedroom a fresh new look does not need to be a complex or expensive project. There are an infinite number of ways to brighten up your bedr...

How to Create a Frozen Themed Bedroom

How to Create a Frozen Themed Bedroom If your child is obsessed with Frozen and can’t Let It Go, it might be time to add some Anna and Elsa inspire...

The Secrets of the Nation’s Bedside Cabinets

The majority of bedside tables go one of two ways: They either become the dump of your bedroom – the dark abyss of things you don’t want to throw away...

What Are Shaker Doors? Here is Everything You Need to Know

Shaker kitchen doors and cabinets, as well as Shaker drawers, are a style of kitchen units that feature a flat centre panel and square edges, with min...

Top 10 Movie Wardrobes

If there’s one thing in life we are absolutely sure about, it is that we’ve got the real green eyed monster when it comes to Hollywood’s amazing Movie...

How to Maximise Your Wardrobe Space

When you are running out of room in your wardrobe, you may feel that you have too many clothes. However, for many, this may not be the case and it cou...

The Best Colour Schemes to Have in Your Bedroom

When you are selecting your bedroom paint colours, it can be difficult to select a colour scheme that is perfect for your taste and for your bedroom. ...

The Angle – It’s all About Dead Space

Look around your kitchen or bedroom. Have you found an area where absolutely nothing is happening? Are you looking at a space in the room that is as n...

Revamp Your Bedroom with Budget-Friendly Wardrobe Door Replacements

The bedroom is becoming more than just a place to sleep - it’s a sanctuary where comfort meets style. If you're looking to refresh your space without ...

Installing a Splashback

One of the biggest trends for kitchens in 2014 is adding a splash of pattern and colour through a new splashback. The panel behind your sink, cooker o...

How to Paint Kitchen Doors

Changing the colour of your kitchen cupboard doors can be an instant transformation. If you feel like this is a job you can complete yourself at home,...

How to Fit Kitchen Units

So, you’ve decided it’s time for a brand new kitchen. You’ve picked out all the units and doors you will need, and it’s time to get installing. By cho...

How to Feng Shui Your Bedroom

Feng Shui is an ancient art and science developed in China which, in recent times, has been seen as the art of ‘placement’ in the home. Understanding ...

Kitchen Lighting on a Budget

Close your eyes and picture your dream kitchen. Whether you imagine bespoke made-to-measure kitchen units fitted with glossy white kitchen cupboard do...

How to Adjust Your Wardrobe Doors

Adjusting your wardrobe doors is an affordable and easy fix, even for novice DIYers. Whether you’re fitting new wardrobe doors, which aren’t closin...

How to Paint Kitchen Doors

Changing the colour of your kitchen cupboard doors can be an instant transformation. If you feel like this is a job you can complete yourself at home,...

Best Kitchen Layouts for Entertaining

All of your family and friends know that you throw the best parties and gatherings when it comes to entertaining. Whether it’s for someone’s birthday,...

The Ultimate DIY Wall Panelling Guide

Wall panelling can provide the perfect solution to breathe life into a cold, painted fitted bedroom without the busy-ness of conventional wallpaper. T...

How to Vinyl Wrap Kitchen Doors

The secret’s out. Vinyl wrapping kitchen doors provides the perfect cover up. Whether you’re thinking of revamping your dated kitchen cabinets and doo...

How to Create a Frozen Themed Bedroom

How to Create a Frozen Themed Bedroom If your child is obsessed with Frozen and can’t Let It Go, it might be time to add some Anna and Elsa inspire...

How to Decorate Your Kitchen for Christmas

Full of laughter, fun, champagne and of course the delicious smells of the all important Christmas dinner, the kitchen is the heart of the home throug...

How to Stop Your Cat From Jumping on the Kitchen Worktop

Cats. You give them shelter, food and affection which leads them to the conclusion that they are in fact Gods, and we are their loyal servants who sho...

5 Inspiring UK Kitchen Renovators to Follow in 2025

Thinking of updating your kitchen this year? Whether you're planning a full remodel or just want some fresh ideas, these five UK-based kitchen influen...

How to Fix a Dripping Tap

One of the biggest complaints about the kitchen is also one of the easiest to fix – here is our step by step guide on how to stop that dripping tap!

How to Clean Kitchen Cupboard Doors

After splashing out on brand new kitchen doors, you have given your space a new lease of life. These crisp, clean, fresh doors are fantastic to look a...

How to Adjust Kitchen Cabinet Doors

Over time, your kitchen doors can quickly become tired, worn and prone to excess damage. What most people don’t know is that adjusting kitchen cabinet...

How to Choose the Right Kitchen Door Handles

Choosing the right kitchen door handles to complement your kitchen units can be tricky. A lot of thought is usually put into how to choose kitchen uni...

The Perfect Valentine’s Day Dinner

Expensive three course dining experiences with expensive bottles of wine has become synonymous with Valentine’s Day. There is nothing wrong with going...

7 Ways to Create a Victorian Style Kitchen

Butlers, balls and Mr Darcy himself; when it comes to envisioning the Victorian era, our minds instantly conjure up images of classic luxury, elegance...

Romantic Bedroom Design Ideas for Him and Her

The home is a busy and bustling place to say the least. Whether it’s filled with children running around playing superheros, visiting chatty relatives...

6 Stunning Colour Schemes for Small Kitchens

If you have a small kitchen, you’ll want to make sure that the colours you choose compliment each other and give the illusion of a bigger kitchen. Any...

Best Kitchen Layouts for Entertaining

All of your family and friends know that you throw the best parties and gatherings when it comes to entertaining. Whether it’s for someone’s birthday,...

4 Ways To Fix A Stiff Kitchen Door Hinge

There’s nothing more annoying than a stiff kitchen door hinge, however they’re easier to fix than you think. Follow our advice below to easily fix ...

How to Clean Your Oven with Baking Soda

Oven cleaning is one of the toughest jobs in the kitchen, and no-one wants to spend hours scrubbing on their hands and knees. Thankfully a hero is her...

How to Update Kitchen Cabinets Without Replacing Them

Are your kitchen cabinets starting to look tired and worn? Replacing the entire cabinets in your kitchen can be an expensive and time-consuming task. ...