Latest News
HARVEST FESTIVAL: IS YOUR KITCHEN READY?
Harvest festival is an important part of every church’s calendar, but how much can you utilise your kitchen for September’s big event?…
THREE CHURCH KITCHENS COATED IN COLOUR
Semi-commercial kitchens don’t need to look cold and institutional. In fact, they can be as warm, colourful and welcoming as you want……
FOOD SAFETY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Feeling confident about the food your church provides is important to everyone in the kitchen – but with these simple suggestions, you…
WHAT WORKTOP WILL YOU CHOOSE?
Need the durability of a commercial kitchen but the comfort of a domestic one? Steelplan Kitchens made-to-measure worktops are the ideal solution……
ONE KITCHEN: ONE SMART INSTALLATION
When a Woking-based church got in touch with Steelplan Kitchens to install a brand new kitchen, we were quick to meet all…
DIFFERENT KITCHENS: DIFFERENT PEOPLE
Church kitchens are as different as the people using them, so how can you cater for everyone? From the elderly to five-year-olds…
THREE QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE UPDATING YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN
Installing a new church kitchen is a big decision, and no small undertaking. But Steelplan Kitchens can show you where to start…
KITCHEN SAFETY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Burns and accidents happen, especially in a busy kitchen, but prevention is the key to a happy and safe congregation… Once you…
HOW TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEPS…
If the time has come to install a new commercial or semi-commercial kitchen in your church, knowing where to start can be…
NEW CHURCH KITCHEN? PLAN IT REMOTELY
Ready to install a new kitchen in your church? Get your plans in place today with Steelplan’s full virtual 3D tour –…
IT’S YOUR ROUND: HOW TO MAKE TEA FOR MORE THAN 60
Everyone loves a cup of tea, but when it comes to making a round for the congregation, a small, domestic kettle might…
SEMI-COMMERCIAL KITCHENS: WHAT’S WHAT?
A semi-commercial kitchen is ideal for your church. Stronger than a domestic kitchen, but with similar aesthetics, it can be a durable,…
YOUR NEW KITCHEN: STEP BY STEP
You have the funding in place and a budget in mind, but what’s the next step to getting the church kitchen you…
LISTED BUILDING? NO PROBLEM
There are currently 300,000 listed buildings in the UK, and if your church is one of them, you might wonder if a…
SEMI-COMMERCIAL KITCHENS: A DOMESTIC FEEL
Commercial kitchens in a church can feel unwelcoming and cold – the complete opposite to how you want your congregation to feel….
SMALL KITCHEN? NO PROBLEM
Whatever the size of your church kitchen, it plays an essential role in your community and congregation. And even the smallest space…
HOW ACCESSIBLE IS YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN?
The risk of injury in your kitchen is far greater for those with physical, visual, and cognitive impairments, but creating an accessible…
NEED KITCHEN INSPIRATION? THESE CASE STUDIES WILL HELP
When deciding on the design, layout and general feel of your kitchen, it can feel like a bit of a minefield. But…
YOUR NEW COMMUNITY CAFÉ: WHAT’S NEEDED
Are you planning to run a community café from your new church kitchen? Before you begin, it’s important to understand safety measures…
WHO’S COOKING IN YOUR KITCHEN?
Whether you’re only planning to serve your congregation, or you’d like to feed the local community, it’s important to know who will…
KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE IN YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN
Every church in the UK wants their community and congregation to feel welcome and happy while using the kitchen, and younger guests…
CHURCH KITCHEN INSPIRATION
Whether you’re planning a brand-new community café or a complete overhaul of your outdated kitchen, these case studies have all the inspiration…
SERVING FOOD OUTSIDE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Summer is in full swing, and with many churches now hosting outside events, there’s never been a better time to get clued…
A FULL RENOVATION: WHAT TO CONSIDER
Before going full steam ahead with your church’s renovation, there are many different things to consider – and a semi-commercial kitchen could…
ADDING COLOUR TO YOUR KITCHEN
Steelplan Kitchens offer a range of different colours and materials to suit your new kitchen, but deciding what you want to achieve…
YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN, YOUR WAY
Every church needs a new kitchen for different reasons. And every church has its own unique space to work with – but…
COOKING UP A STORM: WHICH APPLIANCE?
If you’ve pulled funds together to install a semi-commercial kitchen, have you thought about what appliances you need to start feeding your…
KEEPING YOUR KITCHEN CLEAN
While a semi-commercial kitchen creates a warm and inviting place for your congregation to whip up a tea round for 10, or…
DIVING INTO BLUE HUES…
When it comes to designing your new kitchen, Steelplan offers a variety of different colours to bring your plans to life, but…
YOUR NEW KITCHEN: WHAT’S ON THE MENU?
Before making decisions on the new kitchen for your church, it’s important to understand the difference between a commercial setting and a…
WASHING-UP: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
There are many different ways to wash up in a semi-commercial kitchen, making it easy to choose the right one to suit…
LARGE KITCHEN? ADD AN ISLAND…
With a large space, the opportunities are endless for your new kitchen and if you’re keen to install an island, at Steelplan…
INSTALLING THE CORRECT EXTRACTION & VENTILATION
Cooking produces vapour and heat in your church kitchen – so when you’re making up to 100 roast dinners, it’s vital that…
YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN: CHRISTMAS PLANS
From holiday playgroups to parties and nativity, there is plenty your church can do around Christmas time to create that sense of…
STEELPLAN CASE STUDIES TO INSPIRE YOUR KITCHEN
With many designs and ideas to choose from, we understand that it can be difficult to know where to start when embarking…
WHAT TYPE OF CHURCH CAFÉ WILL YOU OPEN?
Running a church café is an excellent way to bring in much-needed revenue, while also creating a warm and welcoming space for…
ALL-ELECTRIC SEMI-COMMERCIAL KITCHENS – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
If you’ve decided to take the plunge into a new semi-commercial kitchen for your church, we understand that it can be difficult…
ARE YOU DISPOSING OF WASTE CORRECTLY IN YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN?
Understanding how to correctly dispose of waste is important for creating a hygiene and clean church kitchen – but it’s not as…
SEMI-COMMERCIAL KITCHENS: YOUR ADDED EXTRAS
Commercial kitchens are the ultimate in practicality – robust, strong and withstanding. But often cold and unwelcoming, you can bridge the gap…
STEELPLAN KITCHENS: CATERING FOR EVERY POSSIBILITY
Every church has a different need for a kitchen – whether that’s a community café, a fully-functioning restaurant or an upgrade –…
KITCHEN HYGIENE: YOUR PANDEMIC UPDATE
With many churches now re-opening their doors to more services and members of your congregation, it can be difficult to keep on…
THE PROCESS OF INSTALLATION: WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
At Steelplan Kitchens, we understand that installing a new kitchen in your church can feel like a daunting task, with concerns over…
NEW KITCHEN: NEW FEATURES
Installing a new kitchen is an exciting time for any church, opening new opportunities to serve your congregation and welcome in new…
PUTTING YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN AT THE HEART OF EASTER
While Easter might be a little different than usual, it’s still important to enjoy the time with your congregation and celebrate with…
CASE STUDY: ST PAULS ABERYSTWYTH
With tired cupboards in constant need of repair and volunteers regularly using the space, it was time for an upgrade at St…
SEMI-COMMERCIAL KITCHENS: A SPLASH OF COLOUR
With a semi-commercial kitchen, you can create a space that’s welcoming and warm but also practical and robust – whether you want…
SIX MATERIALS TO AVOID IN YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN
The materials you use in your church kitchen will determine how long your renovation lasts. Invest in the right cabinets, counters and…
KEEPING PESTS AT BAY IN YOUR CHURCH KITCHEN
Whether you’re opening up a new church café or you just need a new kitchen to serve your congregation, effective pest management…
WHY YOU SHOULD AVOID MDF AND CHIPBOARD FOR YOUR SEMI-COMMERCIAL KITCHEN CABINETS
If a new kitchen is on the cards at your church, or something you’re building funding for, it’s important to choose materials…
COMMUNITY CAFÉS: IS IT THE RIGHT TIME TO OPEN ONE?
As the UK eases itself back to normality, the need for community and companionship is felt more keenly than ever – so…
PERFECT FINISH – WORKSTATIONS AND CABINETS
Our kitchen designers know that every church kitchen is different, which is why it’s so important to make sure that every aspect…
