Granite counters and steam showers pay off; kitchen and bathroom remodels continue to be two of the best investments you can make in your house. The kitchen is at the top of the list. They're the big, sexy rooms that new home builders splurge on, so when buyers are shopping around that's what they want in an existing home, too.
Check out our list of Sacramento cabinet makers to help you make your kitchen remodel choices.
If you're thinking about sinking some money into home improvement projects this year, keep a few things in mind. What you'll get back on your investment depends on the value of your house, the value of houses in your immediate neighborhood, the housing market where you live, how soon you sell after making improvements, and the quality of the project itself. Installing a $10,000 stove in a $200,000 house, for example, "just doesn't compute," says Ron Phipps. Nor does it make sense to update your kitchen if your house is the only house in the neighborhood with just one bathroom. Here, the scoop on home improvements that will give you the biggest bang for your buck:
How to choose the perfect kitchen cabinets
Dreaming of an upgrade to your kitchen? Choosing new kitchen cabinets can be such a hard decision to make.Whether you are choosing to upgrade a few things or remodeling your entire kitchen, these handy tips will get you started without stressing out.
Cabinets are one of the most important decisions you can make when remodeling your kitchen.
1. Choose a Cabinet Door Profile First
Cabinet doors are the most visible design elements in your kitchen, so your door style is one of the most important decisions you will make. A great way to narrow down your choices of cabinet doors is to decide on a door profile.
I knew I wanted a more modern look with a classic feel that would last for generations. I also wanted something different than I already had in my current kitchen. I loved the look of the slab, but it was just a bit too modern for me. So I decided I liked recessed square the best, because of its simplicity with a touch of decorative edge to add a pretty design element. Now that one decision is made, it’s easier to make the rest!
2. Narrow Down Your Favorite Cabinet Door Styles
Next decide on the style. A lot of times, this is easily narrowed down by budget. So with your budget and door profile in mind, the choices get easier. I recommend going to the store to see samples and taking photos of your top 3 or 4 styles on your phone. Just take four photos max and don’t go back to the cabinet samples! Look through your photos and delete the ones you don’t love. This should lead you to your top choice for a cabinet door style.
3. Know Your Wood Type and Color
I think most of us know what our dream cabinet color and finish would be. If you aren’t sure about the type of wood, then ask your experienced kitchen designer.
I’m jumping for joy to say goodbye to my ornate dark cherry wood cabinets and hello to bright white cabinet doors! It’s going to look so different!
After deciding on a style and finish for your cabinets, think about your kitchen’s function. You are the chef, baker and cleaner of your kitchen and know exactly what will work best for you.
4. Think About Both Function and Beauty
Now you have so many different choices when choosing new cabinets. For example, I decided to have more drawers under my counter tops rather than shelves. That will be a nice change for me! Once you decide on the type of style, there are even more ways to add personality such as decorative or textured glass doors.
Have you heard about QuietClose? It’s a premium hardware that is mounted to the hinge and engages when the door is 1” from closing. This creates a smooth, silent self-closing motion. No more kids slamming doors or leaving drawers open, they shut all the way on their own. One function I would definitely want when choosing kitchen cabinets.
5. Make Organization an Important Part of the Decision Making
Having an organized kitchen is very important. Think about how you use your kitchen the most and how it will need to function throughout the years to come as your family grows.
6. Maximize Every Inch
Lastly, you want to maximize every inch! An efficient kitchen is a happy you! A great place to maximize your space is with your kitchen island.
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