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Your kitchen has played host to some almighty feasts and momentous occasions over the years. But now it’s time to sell and move on. And to get the most from your sale, you can renovate to sell. We share our top eight kitchen renovation tips so you can give your kitchen a makeover and make a profit on auction day. 1. A fresh coat of paint Whether you’re just repainting a feature wall, or revamping your cabinets, it’s incredible the difference some paint and a little bit of DIY know-how can make. Want a cool and light aesthetic? Blend greys and smoky blues for an airy modern kitchen. After something more unique? Bold, dark colours can provide different modern alternatives to greys and blacks – think deep blues and green, maybe even a touch of burgundy. If your kitchen is already using an eclectic palette, it might be time to neutralise. Whites and creams can give your kitchen an open, airy feel and lends itself perfectly to a modern Scandinavian feel. 2. Upgrading cabinetry hardware Updating your cabinetry’s hardware is an easy way to maximise your kitchen’s look and value when renovating to sell. Why not try replacing old handles with something modern? Circular brass pulls are an elegant way to uniformly make your kitchen stand out. Likewise matte or satin black finishes can make dark kitchens look spectacular. And all achievable with just a few smart choices and a power drill. Sometimes, tying a kitchen together is about simplicity. You could try a simple tubular bar handle pull in chrome, so as not to distract from your kitchen’s existing accents. 3. Swap out your kitchen tap Nowadays, there are many modern tap options to choose from – think sleek chrome and beautiful bronze. For functionality and a touch of vintage prestige, try a pull-down style commercial kitchen faucet for maximum function. Or for the truly modern, there are many elegant choices in chrome, with plenty of affordable options. Want to stay understated? Then consider a simple design with a dual-lever handle. If you want to tie your whole kitchen together seamlessly, taps and all, then make sure you add the new NEFF Flex Design range. You can match the colour of your taps to your appliance’s handles and trimmings – how wonderful. 4. The ‘working triangle’ Reorient your kitchen so that the main appliances are optimally spaced in a ‘working triangle’, which is commonly featured in U-shaped kitchen layouts. Buyers don’t want the oven too far away from the sink, and they’re especially vigilant when it comes to ensuring the fridge or oven door doesn’t obstruct the flow of movement through their new kitchen. 5. Flexible layout It’s a major move, but if your kitchen doesn’t serve your house and will lower the sale price of your home, then it’s time to give your kitchen layout an overhaul. Open plan kitchens are popular for a reason. They’re incredibly functional and great for entertaining, as they allow the host to effortlessly move through the space to top up drinks and mingle with guests. If you have boxy or closed-in kitchen layouts, you may want to consider removing walls to open up the space if budget allows. 6. Integrated appliances Kitchen design trends come and go, which is why it pays to stick to classic appliances and finishes when renovating to sell. A NEFF Slide & Hide® oven is a timeless appliance that can serve a multitude of functions. For instance, if you invest in a NEFF oven with Full Steam or Added Steam, then you have an oven that can also function as a steamer. Home appraisers have long held that consistency between appliances is incredibly important in communicating the tone of your kitchen and home, ensuring that they are of the same brand, finish and age. If your home has a specific aesthetic, then why not have it match with your NEFF appliances? Our Flex Design range allows you to choose appliance trimmings and handles in four different colours: brushed bronze, anthracite grey, metallic silver and deep black. With these colour options, your design choices are truly endless. Additionally, you can choose from endless options with our seamless combination trims. 7. Extra storage Well-used kitchen storage will always attract buyers, which is why you should include a range of storage solutions when renovating to sell. Sliding shelves can be whipped out a moment’s notice and closed with the nudge of a knee, while maximising vertical storage with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry frees up coveted bench space. Our ultimate storage tip when designing a kitchen to sell? Incorporating custom inbuilt cabinetry – from corner cupboards that utilise awkward space to pop-up shelves and hidden drawers. Finally, floating shelves don’t just look great: this smart storage idea invites buyers to dream about how they might personalise the space (antique Japanese tea set, anyone?). Before you know it, the offers will be flying in. 8. Lighting upgrades When it comes to resale value, the little things can make all the difference, like kitchen lighting. Something as simple as upgrading the pendant (hanging) lights in your kitchen can change the entire feel. Changing the material (glass. Copper, rattan) can give either an immaculate, austere feel to your kitchen (especially in the case of copper and other metals) or something warmer and eclectic (think glass, rattan and exposed globes). Shape also plays a role – a flattened, unobtrusive deksel (lid) shape creates a subtle finish, and lets a kitchen breathe. Whereas more ornate shapes such as Belmont or teardrop lights can become striking features if you need a little more from your kitchen. About NEFF  NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen. Discover more

Sound the (chocolate-coated) trumpets, it’s Easter time once again! A holiday beloved by the young and young at heart, Easter is the perfect time to show off your cooking and baking skills to your loved ones. And with six mouth-watering decadent Easter dessert recipes, you’ll be serving up a showstopper and wowing your guests in no time. 1. Easter egg lava cake With a universally-adored Cadbury Cream Egg at their gooey centre, these individual Easter egg lava cakes will win over chocolate lovers in no time. Their fluffy texture requires the ingredients to be well incorporated, so whip out the paddle attachment on your stand mixture and get beating. Better yet, these luscious cakes have a baking time of just 15 minutes with the Circo Therm® setting – perfect for home cooks who want to make the most of their time with loved ones. 2. Pastiera (rice and ricotta Easter pie) What could be tastier than a pastiera? This gently spiced Italian ricotta and rice cake can easily become the centrepiece of your Easter feast. Best made the day before serving to allow the flavours to infuse, this luscious dessert will free you up to enjoy a festive Easter egg hunt with the little ones. Using the Circo Therm® function on your NEFF oven guarantees that you’ll bake the pastiera to perfection. Allow the pie to cool before dusting with icing sugar, then serve Italian-style with a round of bracing espressos. 3. Easter egg cupcakes Nothing says Easter quite like fluffy iced cupcakes topped with a trio of candied Easter eggs. Whip up the lemon zest-spiked cake batter with your electric mixer, then get the little ones involved to ice and decorate. Baking at 160ºC on Circo Therm® for 15-20 minutes ensures a deliciously light texture. Need to check on the cupcakes while they’re baking? Using a NEFF Slide & Hide® oven for baking these cupcakes allows you to easily do a skewer test without awkwardly bending over an oven door. While the cupcakes are baking away, toss the shredded coconut with green food colouring to form a festive base for those scrummy Easter egg toppers. 4. Easter egg mille feuille This simple mille feuille recipe elevates the classic French pastry into a stunning Easter dessert. Our secret? Cutting the ready-rolled puff pastry into Easter egg shapes before baking. Another secret is using the Bread Baking and Added Steam functions when baking the pastry – the result of golden, flaky pastry that isn’t dried out. We replace the traditional crème patisserie filling with layers of thick double cream and sliced fresh strawberries for ease, then top the lot with a mixture of dark and white chocolate. Kids will love decorating this final iced pastry layer, ensuring this decadent Easter dessert recipe is one the whole family will enjoy. 5. Hot Cross Bun Bread and Butter Pudding Got some leftover hot cross buns? Then it’s time to transform into an indulgent and delectable hot cross bun bread and butter pudding. This family-friendly Easter recipe will have the whole family running into the kitchen on Easter Sunday (or whenever you bake this tasty dessert!). Baking this Easter-themed bread and butter pudding with the Circo Therm® setting ensures the buns keep their shape while being incredibly soft and scrumptious. 6. Crème Egg Tart We’ve taken a beloved Creme Egg and transformed it into a magnificent Easter dessert – an eye-catching and delightful Creme Egg tart. Don’t let the photo scare you away – this dessert is actually quite easy to make. And no need to worry about any crumbling pastry – the Circo Therm® function on your NEFF oven creates a golden pastry that will be strong enough to hold that delicious custard centre and those gooey crème eggs. Trust us when we say, this one is not for the faint-hearted. So go forth and create these decadent Easter dessert recipes now! Your nearest and dearest will be forever grateful. About NEFF  NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen. Discover more

Place all the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, spice mix, egg and water into a mixer. Knead with a dough hook on high speed. Once the mix has come together add the diced butter one at a time until everything is combined. The whole kneading process should take around 10 minutes. Finally add all the fruit then mix for another minute or until combined. Spray the inside of a medium plastic or stainless steel bowl with oil and then add the dough. Place the bowl in the oven, select the Dough prove function and set the time to 1hr. Prove dough for the allotted time or until the dough has doubled in size. While dough is proving make the paste for the crosses. Mix the plain flour and water to make a paste, then place into a piping bag. Line universal tray with baking paper. Once the dough has proved, knock the air out of it and cut into 12 portions, shape into buns and place on the prepared tray and pipe on the crosses. Select the Dough Prove function and prove for another 30 minutes. When the time has finished leave the buns in the oven. Change the function to CircoTherm® at 190⁰C and cook the buns for 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Once cooked, remove the buns from the oven and allow to cool for 30 minutes before serving. Note Dough should be a little sticky when kneading to ensure a soft and fluffy hot cross bun. If Vario Steam is available, add medium level of steam when baking the buns. NEFF cook’s notes This recipe is prepared with NEFF’s CircoTherm® and Dough Prove. | We use Australian tablespoons and cups: 1 teaspoon equals 5 ml; 1 tablespoon equals 20 ml; 1 cup equals 250 ml. | All herbs are fresh (unless specified) and cups are lightly packed. | All vegetables are medium size and peeled, unless specified. | All eggs are 55–60 g, unless specified.

A little one-on-one time can make all the difference. Our NEFF consultations offer a personalised, one-on-one discussion with a NEFF specialist to assist you with the products you are most interested in. Be guided through our range whilst you learn about the key features and taste the benefits of NEFF appliances, such as homemade cookies baked on CircoTherm® or mouthwatering dumplings cooked with FullSteam. Please complete the request form below to make a booking.

A little one-on-one time can make all the difference. Our NEFF consultations offer a personalised, one-on-one discussion with a NEFF specialist to assist you with the products you are most interested in. Be guided through our range whilst you learn about the key features and taste the benefits of NEFF appliances, such as homemade cookies baked on CircoTherm® or mouthwatering dumplings cooked with FullSteam. Please complete the request form below to make a booking.

A little one-on-one time can make all the difference. Our NEFF consultations offer a personalised, one-on-one discussion with a NEFF specialist to assist you with the products you are most interested in. Be guided through our range whilst you learn about the key features and taste the benefits of NEFF appliances, such as homemade cookies baked on CircoTherm® or mouthwatering dumplings cooked with FullSteam. Please complete the request form below to make a booking.

A little one-on-one time can make all the difference. Our NEFF consultations offer a personalised, one-on-one discussion with a NEFF specialist to assist you with the products you are most interested in. Be guided through our range whilst you learn about the key features and taste the benefits of NEFF appliances, such as homemade cookies baked on CircoTherm® or mouthwatering dumplings cooked with FullSteam. Please complete the request form below to make a booking.

A little one-on-one time can make all the difference. Our NEFF consultations offer a personalised, one-on-one discussion with a NEFF specialist to assist you with the products you are most interested in. Be guided through our range whilst you learn about the key features and taste the benefits of NEFF appliances, such as homemade cookies baked on CircoTherm® or mouthwatering dumplings cooked with FullSteam. Please complete the request form below to make a booking.

A little one-on-one time can make all the difference. Our NEFF consultations offer a personalised, one-on-one discussion with a NEFF specialist to assist you with the products you are most interested in. Be guided through our range whilst you learn about the key features and taste the benefits of NEFF appliances, such as homemade cookies baked on CircoTherm® or mouthwatering dumplings cooked with FullSteam. Please complete the request form below to make a booking.