Thursday, May 30, 2013

Budget Advice for Kitchen Remodels: Three General Tips



Many people want to renovate their kitchens, but what usually holds them back is the idea of how much it would cost.
While it's true that kitchen renovations can often get quite expensive, they don't have to be.  There are ways to cut down on the amount of money you spend on kitchen remodeling, without cutting down on quality.
The following budget advice for kitchen remodels will give you some ideas on how to save money as you give yourself your dream kitchen.
Make the best use of the space you have.  If you want a larger kitchen, expanding the size of the room isn't the only solution to giving yourself more space.  Any remodeling project that involves tearing down walls and extending the kitchen's size is going to put a significant dent in your budget.  To save thousands of dollars, you can keep your kitchen at its current size, but just maximize the space.  For instance, installing custom-made cabinets, tailored to your kitchen, allows you to use the existing space without wasting any of it.  The result will be a lovelier and less cluttered kitchen with more room in it.
Don't cut corners by going for low-quality material.  As you search for materials for cabinets, tiles, and other basic kitchen components, you'll come across an array of cheap options.  These might seem attractive, especially if you're trying to save money.  However, they'll wind up costing you more money in the long run.  Within a short amount of time, they'll be more likely to fall apart, crack, or disintegrate, and you'll just need to replace them.  For items in your kitchen that get regular use, such as faucets and cabinets, you want durability to be a prime consideration, along with a pleasing aesthetic appearance (which is also something you won't get with cheaper products).
Keep your remodeling more simple.  Remodeling your kitchen doesn't necessarily mean changing everything about it.  For instance, if you don't absolutely need to move the kitchen sink, keep it where it is; moving a sink to a new location and redoing the plumbing would just pile on the costs.  For a fresher look, what your kitchen may need are just a few smaller-scale changes.  Replacing some of the worn out cabinetry and changing the color scheme to something lighter and more airy could be enough to give your kitchen more space and a bright new look.
To discuss strategies for remodeling your kitchen, contact us.  We offer high-quality designs that aren't exorbitant in cost, allowing you to enjoy a beautiful kitchen while saving on money.

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