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PUZZLE · KITCHEN

Your kitchen, piece by piece

Nine pieces for a kitchen that works for you. Tap each one, see what to look for, and mark what you have or what you want.

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The 9 pieces

  1. Cut

    A steady board and a comfortable knife make everyday chopping quicker and calmer.

    What to look for

    • Does the board sit flat on your counter without sliding?
    • Does the handle feel comfortable in your hand?
    • How is it cleaned: by hand or in the dishwasher?
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  2. Measure

    Measuring well helps a recipe turn out the same way the second time.

    What to look for

    • Does it show both cups and metric units (mL or grams)?
    • Are the markings engraved or printed?
    • For a scale: does it have a tare button?
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  3. Store

    Containers that close well keep leftovers and the pantry in order.

    What to look for

    • Does the lid snap or press shut, and is it easy to open?
    • Do they stack or nest inside each other?
    • What does the label say about the microwave and the dishwasher?
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  4. Cook

    A good-sized pan covers breakfast, dinner and most things in between.

    What to look for

    • Does it work with your stove: gas, electric or induction?
    • Does its size suit the burner you use most?
    • Does the handle feel solid and comfortable?
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  5. Organize

    When everything has its place, you find things without emptying the drawer.

    What to look for

    • Measure the width, depth and height of the drawer or shelf first.
    • Is it adjustable, with parts you can move around?
    • Is it easy to wipe clean?
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  6. Clean

    Cloths within reach make cleaning up as you go quick and easy.

    What to look for

    • How many cloths come in the pack, and what size are they?
    • Can they go in the washing machine? Check the care label.
    • Do they come in different colors to keep their uses apart?
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  7. Safety

    Mitts for handling hot things and a smoke alarm at home: two simple basics.

    What to look for

    • Mitts or gloves: do they fit well and let you grip firmly?
    • Mitts or gloves: what are they made of, and how do you wash them?
    • Smoke alarm: check its label for the sensor type and the power source.
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  8. Under-cabinet light

    A light under the cabinets brightens the counter right where you work.

    What to look for

    • Does it plug in, run on batteries or need hardwiring?
    • Measure the length under the cabinet first.
    • How does it turn on: a switch, a motion sensor or a remote?
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  9. Coffee & tea

    Keeping your coffee or tea things together makes mornings start calmly.

    What to look for

    • How many cups do you make a day, and for how many people?
    • How much counter space do you have left?
    • Is it easy to clean inside?
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