Kitchen remodels are the most popular project among homeowners - and the most sought after by home buyers. Who hasn’t dreamed of the perfect kitchen? Most of us, however, don’t have the budget to hand the entire design off to a professional and choose the fixtures, appliances, and extras ourselves. You might not end up with the perfect chef’s kitchen though you can make any space better by making the right choices.
From the experts:
Do Add Colorful Accents – Your kitchen does not need to be monochromatic. Adding bright or dark appliances or using a different color for an island or lower cabinets makes the space pop and appear larger.
Don’t Crowd the Island – A kitchen island in the wrong spot can ruin its functionality. Be sure to place it at least 3 feet from the cabinets or wall so that people can move around it easily. In a small kitchen, skip the island altogether.
Do Splurge on the Lighting – Proper lighting sets the mood. The kitchen has become a place to entertain, so the space needs to merge brighter light for cooking with softer, ambient light for relaxing.
Don’t Skip the Proper Prep – It may be tempting to rush on prep work and materials since it won’t show once the kitchen is complete. Substandard prep work can cause damage, costing more time and money in the end.
A beautiful kitchen is the centerpiece of the home. Whether your remodel is a complete do-over or weekend DIY project, follow these tips to upgrade your days and nights in the kitchen.