Better Ideas for Your Next Kitchen Renovation

If you are thinking about renovating your kitchen, you probably want to ensure you really get your money's worth. After all, you might be spending a sizable amount of money on this project, and you want to make sure the cost equals the outcome. Luckily, following these tips below can help you make the most out of your home renovation.

Focus on a Timeless Look

It can be easy to get caught up in all the latest trends when renovating your kitchen. Things like wallpaper, colored backsplashes, and unique lighting fixtures are cool ideas to entertain, but these trends can go out of style in just a few years, and then your kitchen will look outdated again. Opting for a timeless look can help you ensure you like the way your kitchen looks now and will still be happy with it in a few years. Choose wood or granite that match, are dark in color, and won’t age too quickly.

Consider Saving Money on Your Cabinets

If your cabinets don't look good, your kitchen probably doesn’t look too good. A custom cabinet builder can help you install extra space, shelving, and storage options if you are looking to add more room to a cramped kitchen. If your existing cabinets are still in good shape, you can consider painting or staining them and adding new hardware rather than replacing them completely. If you do need to replace your cabinets,  you might find that going with a semi-custom option will still make you happy but will save you a lot of money as well.

Splurge on Your Countertops

You probably use your countertops a lot, so you'll want to ensure they are able to hold up to the test of time and the hard work you put them through. Additionally, the style of your countertops can have a major effect on how your kitchen looks overall. Plus, high-end countertops, such as those made out of granite, can help improve your home's value. You may want to splurge here by cutting costs on other parts of your project.

Focus on Lighting

If there is one area of your home in which your lighting is really important, it's your kitchen. Make sure there is ample lighting in your work areas, such as your countertops and over your stove, to help make things easier.

Focus on Security

When you think about home being broken into, you might think about your doors. However, you also have to worry about your windows serving as an entry point for intruders as well. Installing a home security, ADT system, or putting motion sensors near your kitchen windows can help to add value as well as protect a new project or valuables.

As you can see, there are a few tips you can follow if you'd like to plan for the best possible kitchen remodeling project. If you follow these ideas, you can help ensure your renovation goes as well as possible.

Eileen O'Shanassy is a freelance writer and blogger based out of Flagstaff, AZ. She writes on a variety of topics and loves to research and write. She enjoys baking, biking, and kayaking. Check out her Twitter @eileenoshanassy.