Kitchen market

Well we all know it's getting a bit tough out there, and most of us are affected by the credit crunch, and no market is hit more than that of kitchens and appliances.

In one way appliances are recession proof, in that if your cooker breaks, you'll go and get a new one. But people will generally spend less on that new cooker.

Luxury items are the first to be hit in times of uncertainty, and a new kitchen is seen by many as just that. It's hard to give up your annual holiday or Friday night out, but a new kitchen is a big expense and it can always wait another year....