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Is a Waterfall Kitchen Island Worth It? Posted: 02 Jun 2022 12:14 PM PDT One of the latest trends in kitchen design is the waterfall island, but it's not a brand new idea. In fact, the waterfall island has been gaining traction for over the last decade. In case you're not familiar with the term, a waterfall island continues the countertop material down both sides of the island. It creates a real attention-getting effect in the kitchen. Image: HOUSE & GARDEN Waterfall Kitchen Island Image: Grand Tradition Homes Of course, this type of island will cost more than the standard island that has the countertop material only on the top. This type of design is usually intended for higher-end real estate. The countertops are usually granite, quartz or marble, although some are made of wood such as a butcher block or even stainless steel. This means that there will be more cost in materials because more of the countertop material is needed, perhaps over twice as much as the usual countertop. In addition, the installation may cost more. The waterfall look is created by making sure the side pieces continue any veining, pattern, or grain, ensuring a flowing look over the edges and down the sides. The joints are also precisely mitered, which takes a bit of skill when working in stone such as granite or quartz. Image: @maryhannahinteriors  Besides being decorative and being a great focal point for your kitchen, a waterfall island means that the strong countertop material will protect the corners of your island. For people with children, this means that they won't have to worry about the kids scuffing or scraping the island's corners and edges when they forget the rules about what games they can't play in the house. They are easier to keep clean than standard islands. You also won't have to worry about jabbing yourself with the edge of a counter sticking out when going around the corner. Kitchen island waterfall one side Image: : Coddington Design  In addition, these islands provide opportunities for new design ideas, such as having a natural wood butcher block island in contrast to white cabinetry, or a stainless steel island to contrast with the granite countertops in the rest of the kitchen. The same material can also be used elsewhere, such as in a small wine cabinet in the dining room. Cost Installation costs depend on the material chosen for the countertop, of course. Generally speaking, the cost will run about $100 per square foot, depending on the costs of materials and labor in your area, or the same as the rest of the countertop. You will need to have an installer with experience with waterfall islands, as mitering the edges and installing the slabs takes a bit of special skill. Also, you'll need to be aware that there are some materials that can't be used, such as quartzite, which is too brittle to miter without crumbling. Conclusion Whether a waterfall island is worth the cost is really up to you. It will certainly add to the appeal and resale value when you leave your home. It's also the kind of upgrade that is unlikely to fade in popularity over time, as it's not a gimmick. Whether you are going for a modern, sleek look or a more rustic one, there is a material that will make the perfect waterfall island to fit into your kitchen look. The post Is a Waterfall Kitchen Island Worth It? appeared first on Decoholic.

The Most Beautiful Bonsai Trees Posted: 01 Jun 2022 11:14 AM PDT Living dwarf trees or commonly known as Bonsai are ordinary trees that are pruned on their roots, and branches and trained in naturalistic shapes to make them look like it is. This method was started in China a long time ago but the Bonsai trees are very famous in Japan. Most of the famous bonsai trees are found in Japan. Even though bonsai originated from China, the word itself is Japanese. Today we will list some of the most beautiful bonsai trees. The Most Beautiful Bonsai Trees 1) 800 Year Old Bonsai Tree This is perhaps the most famous and one of the oldest bonsai trees in the world. This tree is located in the Shunkaen Bonsai Museum in Tokyo Japan. Even at the age of 800 years, this tree is still growing. It is owned by Kunio Kobayashi, also known as the Bonsai master. It has a twisted white bark, alternately arranged plumes, and is kept in a simple green pot. 2) Yamaki Pine This is another old and famous yet beautiful bonsai tree. This tree is about 400 years old. Although its origin is in Japan, it was relocated to the USA in 1976. One famous history about this bonsai tree is, that it survived the atom bomb dropped on Hiroshima during World War 2. Repotting was last done in 2015. Image: dghaskell 3) Blue Japanese Wistaria Bonsai One of the most exotic and beautiful bonsai trees in the world. The flower comes in blue, white, purple, and pink colors and has a nice and aromatic smell. This tree can grow up to 30 feet tall and need good drainage, fertilizer, and a lot of water. It is very difficult to make a bonsai tree out of wisteria although it is perfect with woody branches and long leaves. This is because the plant itself takes about 10 years to flower and without the flowers, it is just a normal bonsai tree. 4) Goshin by John Y. Naka The tree was first refined in 1948. In 1984 it was donated to the United States Arboretum. Since then it has become one of the most interesting and famous bonsai worldwide. The process was a long one. Mr. Naka used individual trees that represent his grandchildren. A total of 11 trees can be seen together in one place but grow individually to make a beautiful scene. 5) Rocky Mountain Juniper by Walter Pall Regarded as one of the most beautiful bonsai in the world. Walter Pall even won the Crespi Cup Award in Italy for this fantastic design. The trunk of the tree looks dry and goes to one side and is filled with leaves on top. This is perhaps the extensive work of wiring that is done over the years by Walter to make this interesting bonsai tree. 6) Baobab This bonsai tree is very weird but beautiful because in winter the branch looks similar to the roots. This is a native tree of Africa. This tree grows rapidly in sunlight but is very sensitive to cold. This tree is very small and only needs to be watered once a month but it is better to always check the soil so that it is not hardened. 7) Azalea Bonsai The Azalea is a popular choice among Bonsai. This particular plant is very hardy and produces magnificent flowers. Cultivated carefully, azalea bonsai can be grown either indoors or outside, but are more likely to bloom best out of doors.  8) Cherry Blossom Sakura Bonsai In Japan’s Nara period (710–794) a tradition began of watching and appreciating the cherry blossom, called Sakura. The sakura bonsai is a type of traditional Japanese bonsai tree. Cherry blossom bonsai has many names, including Japanese Cherry, Hill Cherry, East Asian Cherry, and Oriental Cherry. A cherry blossom bonsai is one of the easiest trees to care for, you will need to properly prune its leaves, wire it throughout the growing season, attend to its root growth, and give it water only every second week. Conclusion The bonsai tree is hard and detailed work for many years. It is not easy but it is worth it to get a bonsai tree and grow it. These trees will make your surrounding very beautiful and you could be the proud owner. The post The Most Beautiful Bonsai Trees appeared first on Decoholic.

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