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Everybody knows that making home renovations beautifies the home
and adds to its usefulness. It also increases the market value of
the house and quality of life of the owners. This is especially
true when it comes to home improvement projects such as a kitchen
renovation.
Let’s face it; the kitchen is the central gathering point
in the home, morning, noon and night. Not only do family meals originate
there, but many homeowners in the Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary
and other cities across Canada are increasing the size or design
of the kitchen to provide extra space for more relaxed dining. The
dining room is then either converted into a more formal area, for
entertainment purposes, or else transformed into a den or family
room.
Outline Your Goal
If you, like many other homeowners, are planning a kitchen renovation
project to modernize fixtures and upgrade appliances or increase
overall space, you are probably a little dazzled and overwhelmed
by available options.
To simplify matters, make a list of what your goal is. What is
it you want to achieve with renovations? Is it to exchange old appliances
for new, provide more cupboard, counter, and storage space, increase
floor space, or simply to beautify the room?
Once you’ve established what your purpose is, consider only
those options that will help accomplish it. Don’t allow your
head to get turned by state-of-the art “kitchenery,”
or pushy store clerks trying to make a sale.
Following Through
After establishing your purpose for the renovation and deciding
upon floor plan design, you will need a materials list to get a
better idea of project needs and costs.
If you already haven’t, now is a good time to consider hiring
a reliable contractor. Contractors are usually the person who creates
the materials list. Not only do they have a realistic grasp on what
project needs are, but they most probably work with several businesses
and can get the best prices on materials
Helpful Tips
Whether you plan on doing all or just part of the kitchen renovations
yourself, consider these helpful tips:
- Take all measurements twice to avoid costly mistakes.
- Smooth lines and simple patterns make small kitchens appear
larger.
- Neutral and pastel color schemes help create a feeling of more
space.
- If you have older flooring, use caution. Some older vinyl-type
flooring materials contain asbestos – creating a hazardous
work environment when cut or sanded. Acquiring the services of
an experienced floor contractor is your safest option for this
type floor removal.
- A tack rag will prove invaluable for removing dust from work
surfaces; purchase one, or make one yourself. Use a 24-inch square
of cheesecloth, moistened with water. Add several teaspoons of
turpentine. Squeeze out excess; add several drops of varnish.
Store in an airtight jar when not in use.
- When replacing cabinetry, consider covering the range hood with
a decorative panel made in the same style as your cabinets. The
hood nearly disappears, and the effect stunning.
- Recessed lighting strategically placed not only looks terrific,
but ensures all kitchen work surfaces receive adequate illumination.
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