Remodeling a Kitchen? You Need These Tips
5 Kitchen Remodeling Tips
Home remodeling is a continuous process because your tastes and life habits are constantly changing. This leads us to have a kitchen which no longer fits our lifestyle. This is also true for expensive renovations like kitchen remodeling. Renovating your kitchen is a big decision and understanding the points of it can help make the process smoother. You'll need to decide on the layout, appliances and what features you want in the kitchen. STTS wrote this article to help you make the right decisions. Once you're sure of what to do, you can be sure to get the most benefit from your kitchen remodel.
1. Finances: Prepare for Your Kitchen Remodel
You've decided to renovate and update your kitchen - congratulations! Investing in your home is a smart move and you're excited about the remodel. Now, you might be wondering how you're going to pay for the renovation. Let us help you with your kitchen remodeling finances by answering the following questions: how much will an average kitchen remodel cost, what is a realistic kitchen remodel budget, how much time do kitchen remodel jobs take, how can you finance a kitchen remodel, and how should you prepare for your kitchen remodel. Let's start off with the price for a standard full kitchen remodel: an average one costs about $30,000-60,000. What is a realistic full kitchen remodel budget? A realistic budget for a kitchen remodel is $20,000-30,000. How much time do kitchen remodel jobs take? The average length of time it takes to complete the project is six to eight weeks. How can you finance your kitchen remodel? If you can't pay upfront, your contractor may be able to offer financing through a loan, credit card or payment plan.
2. Determining Your Kitchen Layout
While there is no single right way to organize a kitchen, there are different approaches that you can use to determine which layout will work for you. There are certain ways that the layout of your kitchen can affect the organization of your food preparation area, countertop space, storage, and the flow or movement inside your kitchen. With a few considerations, you can make the process of remodeling your kitchen much easier. If you're only going to have one countertop, make sure it is long enough and deep enough. If your kitchen is large enough, consider an island for more countertop space. Countertops should provide plenty of space for all the food prep areas that you may need. Next, consider where you'll store your kitchenware; kitchen storage is a premium so if you're in a small space and don't have room for your pots and pans, consider storing them on shelves out of the way. If you do still want the pots and pans to be accessible, consider using a magnetic strip on the wall or a wall-mounted rack. If your kitchen has plenty of space, you can think about creating the perfect amount of storage. You just need to determine the best layout. Finally, think about the flow of traffic around your kitchen. Is it easy to move from one part of the kitchen to another? If not, you may want to consider a layout that makes it easier for your family and guests to move around. Having a reflecting kitchen layout is vital in order to get a sense of who you are and how you live. Thinking about what kind of layout will work for your family beforehand saves time and encourages efficiency.
3. Designing Your Kitchen
This section is about the design elements your kitchen. A well-designed kitchen can
be the backbone of your home. Exactly how do you want your kitchen to look?
It is important to think about the style when remodeling or designing a new kitchen.·
What colors should I paint it?·
Do I want hardwood, laminate, or tile flooring?·
Should I install crown molding and recessed lighting?·
What is the style of cabinets I want? Should my cabinets be white or brown?·
What should my countertops be made of?
What do I want my appliances to look like?·
Do I want to install a range hood?·
Should my sink be stainless or porcelain? Farmhouse sink or undermount sink?·
Should I do a backsplash? Glass tile, Porcelain, or Marble?·
What type of faucet? Pull-down, commercial, or motion sensing?
All these questions are difficult to answer without a kitchen design and so it is important to think about them before you begin the remodeling process.
4. The Role of the Kitchen Remodeler
We think that if you had a house that was in need of a new kitchen, you wouldn’t hire just any ole contractor, and then hire the carpenter or the electrician and plumber that they recommend; you would, I think hire a general contractor, that had been doing kitchen remodels for years, knows the best ways to remodel a kitchen, and could give you the best advice on how to achieve a high quality kitchen remodel at a reasonable price. A kitchen remodeler is a person who has experience with kitchen design, construction, and installation. A skilled kitchen designer can help you identify what you need for your design and budget, potential problems that might arise in the future and ways to solve them. We could be wrong, but we think all kitchen remodelers should show testimonials, pictures of past projects, and product samples to help the customer come up with the best design for their kitchen. If you are hiring a contractor, they should be licensed, insured and bonded. If they have these three things, then you will have peace of mind that your project won't be ruined due to lack of qualifications.
5. Remodeling your kitchen will help it look new and add value
Kitchen remodels are a major undertaking, so working with a contractor or designer who knows the ins and outs of the process is the best decision for a kitchen remodel. This guide will help you understand the process, budget for a kitchen remodel, and choose between renovation or new construction. A well-functioning kitchen is what defines a home. That's why it's important to make sure you have all bases covered and know that you're prepared for a successful kitchen remodel. If you would like to talk to someone about any of the options outlined in this article, STTS Enterprises welcomes your inquiry! To speak with one of our team members, please call 1-833-YES-STTS.
