Updating an old kitchen can go a long way in enhancing the quality of life you lead. Updated kitchen features such as the cabinetry improve the look and feel of the room, making it more comfortable and accommodating. This way, you can spend more time in the room and have all the time at your disposal, to allow you to try out new recipes.
Updating kitchen cabinetry should be an easy process but can sometimes be a daunting job if you are not aware of what to consider. With that in mind, let us now dive into some of the many things you should consider to make kitchen cabinets as seamless as possible.
Kitchen Layout
The floor plan or the layout of your kitchen plays a critical role in determining what type of cabinetry you need in your updated kitchen.
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If you have a small kitchen, you might consider extending the cabinets all the way to the ceiling, to make them bigger. In a small kitchen, sliding doors are a great choice to maximize on space. As you do that, you might want to consider the type of cabinetry that utilizes corners to make the most out of the small available space. It is worth noting that this can be a daunting step of the project.
Budget Size
Your budget size is an integral factor in the type, material, hardware type, size and aesthetic features you want to incorporate in the new kitchen cabinets. Solid wood cabinets with modern features like underlighting and sleek knobs and handles will cost you a little more than veneer or composite cabinets. You can be sure to spend even more on labor if you are relying on professional services. However, the great look and feel of the new updated cabinetry does not compare with the little you will spend in the project.
Sustainability
We all have a responsibility to ensure the wellbeing of the environment in which we live. With that in mind, you can opt for more environmentally friendly cabinet materials such as carbon fiber and laminate, instead of solid wood. The only drawback with most environmentally conscious cabinet materials such as laminate is that they are not as long-lasting, compared to solid wood. Materials such as laminate are made of recycled and locally available resources, which allow you to save some considerable money.
Resale Value
Even if you plan to spend all your life in your current house, it is always advisable to consider a possible resale scenario. Minimalistic cabinet materials like solid wood and neutral colors tend to increase the resale value of the house while brighter colors tend to reduce it. Things such as stainless steel press knobs, handles, under lighting are some of the other features that increase the overall resale value of the house.
Color Scheme
Another important factor that plays a role in the choice of kitchen cabinet renovation is the color scheme of your kitchen. The new cabinetry has to align with the current color of the rest of the kitchen. Although very seldom, people choose different themes they have to rhyme or come very close to the rest of the kitchen. Colors such as charcoal black, deep blue, and pastels introduce a modern elegant and classy touch.
Cabinet Hardware
When choosing the hardware and material for the new cabinets, you have an array of options to go with. Laminate, composite, solid wood, and carbon fiber are some of the most common options available in the market. Solid wood is your go-to material if you want to maintain a classy and elegant touch. Nevertheless, you will have to spend a couple more tens of dollars upfront and with maintenance. For variety in style and design, your best choice will be laminate.
Aesthetics and Finish
Aesthetics and finish style is another important factor that influences your choices when sprucing up your kitchen cabinet. Depending on the purpose you are trying to achieve with the updated cabinets, there is a myriad of options to go with. These range from stainless steel handles and knobs to modern materials such as laminate and under-lighting fixtures. If you are a minimalistic type of person, the grain pattern of natural wood is a great way of displaying class and elegance.
The secret behind a perfectly done kitchen cabinet update lies in the high level of artisanship of the contractor. Do your due diligence by evaluating their portfolio when vetting a contractor for your kitchen cabinet renovation project. Unless very skilled, cabinet renovation works should only be handled by a professional as they deliver quality and timely results.