If you’re planning a remodeling project for a new
kitchen, you’ll surely be on the lookout for ideas, tips, suggestions, and
recommendations for all kinds of things, from what type of countertop to choose
to what type of appliances to purchase and everything in between. Tips like
that can be found all over the Internet – but what about the invaluable
suggestions that are rarely considered? Where are the secret recommendations
that will really make your remodeling experience enjoyable?
Truly useful tips for a kitchen renovation
We’ve found seven of the most ingenious tips for
remodeling your kitchen in 2019 that aren’t the same old rehashed, repetitive,
over-suggested tricks you see time and time again:
1. Set up a
temp
If you’re planning a pretty extensive remodel, why
not set up a temporary kitchen in your home while your actual kitchen is
undergoing its transformation? Being without a functional kitchen can be an
incredible challenge; save some of your old countertops and cabinets and set
them up in your house in the name of functionality. You can set the space up
with a hot plate, microwave, toaster oven, a small fridge, and a coffeemaker –
it doesn’t need to be fancy, but it will sure make your life easier while your
main kitchen is out of order.
2. Design now
with later in mind
If you’re getting new cabinets and counters but
plan on keeping your current appliances for now, why not leave space around
those appliances so you can upgrade to larger ones later, if needed? You can
install shelving between panels or use filler panels and strips in between
cabinets and the fridge, for example, that all match – it looks very nice and
can easily be removed later to make room, if needed.
3. Patience
is a virtue with countertops
If you’ll be having new countertops and cabinets
installed, do not order those countertops right off the bat! It’s best to
measure the installed base cabinets to determine countertop dimensions. Don’t
use the measurements on your plans because rows of cabinets can have different
dimensions after they’re installed because of out-of-square walls. Order your
counters after the cabinets are in.
4.
Under-the-counter value
If you’ll be a bit short on counter space, you can
install under-cabinet pull-down storage racks for anything from knives to spices.
It’s nice to retain having instant access to your kitchen items without the
clutter of knife blocks and spice racks. These racks can easily pull down for
quick access then swing back up against the underside of cabinets when they
aren’t needed.
5. Get the gap
coverage
When purchasing new cabinets but keeping your
current floor, you may have gaps between them once those cabinets are in.
Although base cabinets are most often 24 inches deep, toe-kick depths often
vary. Be sure the total width of your new cabinets is the same as those you’re
replacing. If you do end up with gaps that are less than ¾” in width, you can
cover them with molding.
6. Islands:
try before you buy
Kitchen islands are very popular, so if you’re
thinking of having one added to your kitchen, you’re not alone! While they are
very functional and add counter space and even sitting space in a kitchen, they
can also reduce traffic flow to one-way, cramp your quarters, and limit the
number of people who can work in the kitchen. Take some cheap plywood and build
a full-size model so you can try out a cheap mock island before committing to a
permanent one. If you find you can’t open appliance doors or it’s just too
cramped, consider a kitchen trolley instead of an island.
7. Cabinets
that express your personality
Consider your cabinets carefully – then consider
them again. Those you choose are a great opportunity to add your personal style
to your space and also make your cooking processes more efficient. Consider
things like wine racks, lazy Susan corner cabinets, open shelving, and more
when you think of kitchen cabinets. You can organize everything into a space
that makes cooking fun, functional, interesting, and even artful!
While there are hundreds of additional tips that
can be discussed regarding kitchen remodeling, the most important tip is to
take your time doing your research! Due diligence is a requirement in order to
make educated decisions on everything. You’ll want to make sure you’ve
considered many options for flooring, cabinetry, appliances, backsplashes,
accessories, countertops, and anything else that may apply before you commit.
Be sure to have everything planned out and within
your budget and get that temporary kitchen up to make coffee and those little important
things available during your project, and you’ll hardly know you’re missing
anything until your new kitchen is complete!
Byline: Written by the staff at StockCabinetExpress.com, supplier of affordable RTA cabinets online.
