One consequence of the last 16 months has been an increased awareness of hygiene and cleaning. With most of us spending more time at home, our kitchens have taken a hammering and it is easy to forget that some kitchen appliances require regular attention to function efficiently and safely. The appliance that is most […]
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Is this the end of open plan living?
The last 15 months for many people has seen a change from a daily commute to work to working from home (WFH). And spending more time, (most of the time actually), at home has highlighted some of the shortcomings of the internal design of our homes and their suitability for WFH. One of […]
Updated Kitchen Appliance Energy Ratings
Updated energy ratings Appliance energy ratings were first introduced in 1992 and have not only helped consumers choose more energy-efficient products but have also encouraged manufacturers to use more efficient technology to develop products to help push their sales. In March 2021, new energy ratings and labels were introduced for certain kitchen appliance categories. The […]
The growing demand for boiling water taps
Every day more than three billion litres of drinking water is wasted in Britain, enough to hydrate the entire population of Africa. Conserving water and using water wisely is vital in keeping our water supply safe while protecting the environment. There are many ways to help conserve water. One method that is gaining popularity for […]
How is Pentangle responding to our planet’s climate emergency?
The timber for Pentangle’s kitchens is sourced from FSC & PEFC suppliers. Crucially, Pentangle has FSC & PEFC Chain of Custody certification which means that our customers can legally market the kitchens in their developments as FSC or PEFC certified kitchens. Pentangle ensures its overall carbon output is as low as possible, with any […]
Wine coolers – what’s wrong with the fridge?
Wine coolers – why bother – why not use the fridge instead ?? Traditionally wines are kept in a cellar and winecoolers are trying to replicate the storage conditions within a cellar. Temperature and humidity are controlled within the wine cooler, with the better coolers able to maintain red and white wines at different […]
Kitchen Islands are increasingly popular in residential developments. What are the options for extracting cooking odours and steam from a kitchen island in an open plan living space?
Extraction is the best solution, but this may not always be possible, in which case the only option is to “filter” the air and recirculate it back into the room. Whether extracted or recirculated and “filtered” there are 3 options to consider Option 1 – the extractor rises from the worktop (pop-up […]
The latest hot topic from Pentangle Kitchens is hobs; – which is the best hob for residential developments today – induction or gas?
Which type of hob is best? The choice is between induction or gas and each has pros and cons. Pentangle believes induction is best because: Pros Induction cooking converts 70–80% of energy to heat food whereas gas converts only 38%. A full-surface induction hob can have a larger cooking zone which gives greater flexibility […]
How does our ISO 9001 Quality Certification benefit you?
It means all our business processes have been designed to achieve a top-quality product and service for our customers. These are fully documented and are strictly followed. We are externally audited each year to ensure these exemplary standards are maintained. While ISO 9001 Certification is not a guarantee of quality by itself, it does indicate that […]