Steps Involved in Renovating a Kitchen
This is the first of a six-part series on remodeling a kitchen:
Spending time deciding what you would like in your kitchen and how you want it to look is the first step in a successful kitchen renovation. Next comes figuring out how much you can afford to spend on the project and making a budget that fits your income.
Kitchen Renovation Inspiration Tips
Inspiration for your kitchen remodel can come from:
- Magazines
- Books
- Kitchen showrooms
- Visiting kitchens in friends homes
- Attending a Parade of Homes
Concentrate on getting the big decisions – such as cabinets and countertops – right, since they will be with you for a long time.
Kitchen Renovation Budget Tips
Establish a budget based on:
- What you can afford to spend on your kitchen remodel.
- Be sure to allow for any cost overruns and unexpected expenses.
- Don’t spend so much on your kitchen renovation that your house will be overpriced for your neighborhood should you decide to sell.
Watch the video above to find out more.
Further Information
- Kitchen Renovations (video)
- How to Remodel a Kitchen on a Budget (video)
- Upgrading the Kitchen in Your Home (video)
- Remodeling the Kitchen in Your Home (video)