Renovating your kitchen is one of the best ways to increase your home’s value and make it more enjoyable. Maybe you just moved in and want to personalize the space, or there’s an element you always wanted to add. Either way, kitchen remodels demand a lot of planning since so many things can go wrong, and even a small mistake could end up costing you a lot of money to fix. Let’s take a look at some of the most common things people overlook when remodeling their kitchen.
They Hire the Wrong Team
Most people understand the importance of working with a good contractor when remodeling their kitchen. The issue is that many people don’t know what makes one. Someone may have all the credentials and years of expertise, but if you don’t see eye to eye as far as stylistic direction goes, you will constantly bump heads. Before you hire a kitchen remodeling contractor, we suggest that you look at some of their models and see if their style matches yours.
They Don’t Consider their Kitchen’s Configuration
Another thing people tend to overlook is the current design of their kitchen. They pick up some image online or see a kitchen they love in real estate listings and want to replicate the same thing. But that’s not always the best idea.
Making major structural changes to your kitchen will add costs to the project. Something like a sink or even a dishwasher could be more complicated than you think. So, try to find something that will fit your kitchen’s current configuration. This is where working with the right team will help. They will be able to look at what you were trying to accomplish and create something similar.
Lighting
Another thing people might not get from Pinterest pictures is the importance of lighting. Lighting can make a room seem much bigger than it is, and easier to navigate. A properly lit kitchen will have focal-point lighting, good ceiling lights, and counter lights as well. This might seem like overkill, but all these forms of lighting serve a function. Counter lights will make it easier for you to do tasks, and focal-point lighting can help illuminate the stove, for instance.
Trash Can Placement
This is another thing many people may see as an afterthought, but you have to think about where you will be placing garbage bins. You should place them somewhere they will not clash with the rest of the decor. They should be easy to reach as well, but not so much. You don’t want smells emanating from trash cans to fill the room on a hot summer day. In this case, you might want to look at both freestanding trash cans and some that can be installed behind a cabinet.
Kitchen remodels are very serious, and you need to take your time so you don’t end up being disappointed by the results. Remember these few points, and don’t be afraid to ask your contractor for some suggestions.
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