Kitchen Remodeling: Cabinets To Counters

Of course there are many details to think about when it comes to re-doing your cooking space. You will want to consider the layout of your new kitchen. Making sure there is enough room to work in the space comfortably. You may want to consider multiple cooking arrangements.

You will also want to spend time researching appliances. Refrigerators, gas ranges and dishwashers will all need to be researched before you begin your kitchen remodeling. You may want to consider environmentally friendly, high-efficiency models of the appliances you will be purchasing.

Cabinets and shelving will also need to be decided on as you begin the kitchen remodeling process. There are many different colors and schemes that are popular today. In fact, one of the most popular cabinetry schemes is open shelving. This latest trend has an open look with very few doors hiding dishes or food items.

Finally, you will need to find a contractor that can install your new counter tops, appliances and cabinets. You should feel comfortable with the contractor. You want to be able to chat with them about your ideas and feel that they are willing to do the best possible work on your cooking and dining space.

When finding a contractor, first check with neighbors, friends or relatives for any recommendations. If they do not have recommendations to give you, then find a few names online or from your city’s Chamber of Commerce or the Better Business Bureau. Get a few different contractors to choose from.

Once you have a few names, call and ask for an appointment where you can show them your home and discuss your kitchen remodeling desires with them. They should be able to give you an estimate of what the cost might be. The contractor should also give you a timeline on how long the work might take. This is important because cost could increase the longer the project takes.

If you have doubts, or just want to double check the contractors work, ask for references. A good contractor will gladly give you references of their work. Check in on those references. Ask to see people’s kitchens. If they have any qualms about the contractor that re-did their cooking space they will likely mention it to you.

After doing all the groundwork, you can get to the fun part. It is time to start looking at counter tops. There are so many varieties of counter tops available on today’s market. You could go with traditional granite or composite. Wooden counter tops are popular as well; giving you a cutting board look. Or, you could go with something a little funkier like stainless steel or concrete. All of these choices are very durable, user-friendly and extremely popular.

There are so many fun choices to make when you are going through the process of kitchen remodeling. Finding the right layout, appliances, cabinets, contractor and counter tops are part of the joy of re-doing your cooking space.