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Kitchen renovation is one of the best ways to modernize a home. It transforms the kitchen into a beautiful, functional, and inviting space where you can enjoy breakfast with your family, pay your bills, and prepare and share delectable meals.
As soon as you decide to remodel your kitchen, you must begin planning. However, how can one successfully plan a kitchen renovation? Belmont Restoration provides some starting point tips and ideas.
How much time should you devote to planning your kitchen renovation?
According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association, you should devote at least six months to the planning phase. This is because: Prevents random design changes during construction, which may increase the remodeling cost Helps you plan your renovation budget Gives you time to set up an alternative cooking space while your kitchen is being remodeled Makes the renovation more efficient Allows you to select the best timing for the renovation Allows you to shop around for great deals on your kitchen appliances
Taking your time to plan will typically result in a more seamless kitchen remodel. In addition, it helps you avoid stressful surprises and enables you to plan for potential renovation problems.
Six months is sufficient time to ensure the success of your kitchen renovation project in the long run.
Tips for Planning Your Kitchen Renovation
Feeling overwhelmed by all of your responsibilities? The following items should be included in your remodeling plan to help you organize it:
Take precise measurements of the current kitchen.
You should take precise measurements of your new space’s walkways, doorways, counters, and other elements to ensure that everything will fit.
Examine your optimal traffic patterns.
Consider the traffic flow in your kitchen to create a safe and productive environment. For instance, leave at least 42 inches between work aisles. If you have multiple cooks in your household, make sure your work aisle is at least 48 inches wide
Prioritize ergonomics.
Enhance the kitchen’s ergonomics and accessibility. A few examples include pull-out shelves, lazy Susans, and drawers in base cabinets, a wall oven as opposed to a range, and adjustable counter heights.
Incorporate the unexpected into your renovation schedule.
Do you desire your new kitchen to be completed by Thanksgiving? Plan to have everything completed by Halloween. Large projects, such as a kitchen remodel, are bound to have complications. When you account for these hiccups, you can put the unforeseeable in perspective while ensuring that everything goes according to plan.
Before beginning the project, choose your materials, fixtures, and other materials.
Plan ahead for your kitchen’s fixtures, furniture, color scheme, and other elements. Developing a realistic budget will minimize backorder-related delays.
Consider consulting a professional designer if you are planning a significant kitchen renovation.
Avoid These Frequent Kitchen Remodeling Errors
Taking the time to meticulously plan your kitchen remodel achieves another important objective: avoiding costly remodeling errors.
To prevent errors from derailing the project and costing more than anticipated, you must avoid them as much as possible. If you plan ahead, you will be able to avoid the following common remodeling mistakes:
Lack of consideration for kitchen workflow
The sink, stove, and refrigerator are the three busiest spots in a kitchen. Common in DIY renovations is the error of placing them side by side. Create a more efficient workflow by forming them into a triangle.
Delaying Selection of Appliances
The kitchen appliances should fit perfectly between the cabinets. You must take precise measurements in order to organize your storage and appliances. In your project schedule, establish a concrete schedule for this portion of the renovation.
Altering Your Mind Frequently
Your contractor should not begin renovations until you are satisfied with the design. Changing your mind during construction causes frustration, unanticipated expenses, and delays. Allow yourself ample time to consider each alternative.
Failing to Remember the Details
The majority of homeowners are preoccupied with selecting paint, flooring, countertops, and appliances. In the kitchen, cabinet pulls and backsplashes are often overlooked, despite their equal importance. This can be avoided by examining every aspect of the kitchen during planning and creating a checklist.
