The kitchen is a crucial room. Considered by many as the engine room of the house, it is the the place for getting things done. This means a fully functional kitchen is of the utmost importance.Aside from functionality, kitchen design and aesthetics play an important role in the renovation process. We find that most of our customers are just as concerned with making cosmetic changes as they are with making functional ones.
Aside from functionality, kitchen design and aesthetics play an important role in the renovation process. We find that most of our customers are just as concerned with making cosmetic changes as they are with making functional ones.
As kitchen experts, our knowledge of kitchen renovations is both wide and varied, so if you’re in the process of looking to renovate yours, here are 5 things to consider before starting:
1. Keep Your Outgoings in Sync
It is important to spend money intelligently because overspending can mean your kitchen’s value becomes disproportionate to your home’s value. The general consensus is to spend around 15% of what your home is currently worth.
Using the 15% guideline means you would spend 30% (of the 15%) on cabinets, 14% on appliances, 15% on countertops and lighting, 4% on plumbing fixtures, 2-3% on paint, 1-2% on tiles and fitting, and 35% on the actual construction.
So for a house that it worth £250,000, that would translate to around £11,000 on cabinets, around £5000 on kitchen appliances, roughly £4000 on surfaces, £2000 on lighting, £1500 on plumbing fixtures, £1000 on paint, £750 on tiles, and around £12,000 on construction costs.
2. Invest in the Design Process of your Kitchen
As kitchen experts, we advise that you invest in the design process of your kitchen. You can do this with us. Our design experts will be able to give insight that will prove to be priceless when performing the physical renovation.
The good news is that our kitchen staff are all experts on ArtiCad, meaning we can offer an accurate insight into what your new kitchen will look.
The value of the design process stems from its ability to filter out ideas that prove to be unpractical. With us, you are able to these prevent problems before it’s too late.
3. Expand Your Kitchen without Spending More Money
If you’re home wasn’t built within the last 20 years, there is a good chance your kitchen can be expanded.
What do we mean by ‘expanded’?
In older properties, there are often parts of the kitchen that are no longer needed. Unused chimney breasts, old pantries, and even dated porches are things that can all be utilised to make way for extra kitchen space.
It is advised that you speak with a qualified construction professional such as a builder or kitchen fitter to see whether you can do this. But if you can make more space, we recommend you do it. Re-examining your budgets and resources will enable you to get a bigger kitchen without spending more money.
4. To Save Money, Keep Hold of Everything That Still Works
You can save money on your kitchen renovation by buying only what is needed. Just by keeping the original kitchen windows can save you up to £1000 alone.
Then there are other things, like preserving the existing kitchen floor, holding on to plumbing fixtures and appliances that still work, keeping hold of intact kitchen furniture. All of these things can save you money.
5. Give Your Kitchen a Cosmetic Make Over Only
If you’re renovating to sell, a purely cosmetic renovation may be your best option. At Kitchen City, we provide the option to buy single kitchen doors if necessary. We also provide kitchen lighting and kitchen tiles, so if you’re looking to create a stunning first impression, then a cosmetic renovation may be the best road to take.
The kitchen is an integral part of any home, and a renovation is no small task. However, if you’re willing to invest the time and effort into making your kitchen is a success, the rewards can be extremely fulfilling. For any questions on any of the kitchen designs we sell at Kitchen City, call us today on 0121 753 6808.