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The Avery Journal

Remodeling Journal

A starting place for a more informed remodel. Explore Avery's original articles on design decisions, planning, and the practical questions that shape a home renovation.

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Browse the editorial archive by topic, or search for a question on your mind. Dates reflect the original publication, not a new project announcement.

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Editorial illustration of a white kitchen with a large wood-front island, white countertop, potted herbs, and an Avery logo overlay.
Editorial imageOriginal editorial illustration of a large kitchen island; not identified as a completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

11 Benefits of a Large Kitchen Island

A large kitchen island can provide storage, appliance space, and a place for meal preparation, dining, and gathering. Explore eleven uses and the layout considerations that make an island practical.

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Unfinished kitchen cabinetry with dark and light cabinet bases, open countertop areas, windows, and ceiling lighting.
Editorial imageOriginal editorial image showing unfinished kitchen cabinetry during renovation; not presented as a completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

Kitchen Renovations that Add the Most Value to Your Home

Explore kitchen renovation ideas, from islands and cabinets to lighting and fixtures, with an emphasis on useful space, design, and choices that suit your home.

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Close-up of a light gray kitchen countertop with dark mottled patterning, white cabinetry, and an Avery logo overlay.
Editorial imageOriginal article illustration of a patterned kitchen countertop; retained for editorial context, not identified as completed Avery work.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

Kitchen Countertops: How to Choose the Best Option for Your Kitchen Remodel

Compare laminate, marble, solid surface, and butcher block countertops by appearance, stain and heat resistance, cleaning, and maintenance needs for your kitchen remodel.

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Light-colored kitchen cabinets, a range hood, and stone-look counters with Avery branding in the lower right.
Editorial imageOriginal editorial kitchen illustration with Avery branding; not verified as a completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

7 Tips to Expand Your Kitchen Space

Make a small kitchen more usable with corner shelves, fitted cabinetry, organized utensils and drawers, layout planning, a rolling cart, and overlooked storage areas.

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Cabinet door, wood finish, and stone countertop samples arranged on a light surface, with an Avery logo overlay.
Editorial imageOriginal editorial illustration of kitchen material samples; not a photograph of a completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

How to Plan a Kitchen Remodel: A Complete Guide

Plan a kitchen remodel by defining your goals, setting a spending plan, researching materials, and working through layout, storage, appliances, cabinets, and contractor estimates.

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Kitchen under renovation with white cabinets, a blue island, and protected work surfaces; original editorial illustration with Avery branding.
Editorial imageOriginal article illustration of a kitchen under renovation. Retained for editorial context, not presented as a verified completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

What is the Most Expensive Part of Remodeling a Kitchen?

Cabinets, appliances, and countertops are major kitchen-remodeling cost factors. Materials, installation work, and layout changes determine which component is the largest part of the plan.

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Original editorial illustration of an open green kitchen drawer with wooden organizers holding white plates and bowls; Avery branding appears below.
Editorial imageOriginal article illustration showing organized dish storage in a kitchen drawer. Retained as editorial imagery, not identified as completed Avery work.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

8 Ways to Make the Most out of Your Kitchen Space

Eight kitchen design ideas for making better use of space, from islands and open shelves to appliance placement, cabinet organizers, and mug hooks.

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Kitchen interior during renovation, with white cabinets, unfinished surfaces, protective floor covering, and an Avery-branded footer.
Editorial imageOriginal article editorial illustration of a kitchen during renovation; not presented as a verified or completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.
Kitchens

What is the Average Cost of a Kitchen Remodel?

Kitchen size, design, materials, and installation work all influence remodeling costs. Explore the original article's planning factors, from cabinets and appliances to plumbing, lighting, and finishes.

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