Boost Resale with Kitchen Design Projects
Renovators Place Columnist
Oct 08, 2009
The kitchen is considered the most important room in the house--the place where families gather and resale dollars are made. If you're looking ahead to selling your home, consider these kitchen remodeling projects to boost your home's resale value.
Other countertop options include:
Look for appliances that:
About the Author
Allison E. Beatty is a syndicated real estate writer who has been writing home improvement columns for 15 years
Look At Overall Kitchen Design
As you plan a kitchen remodeling project, look around the room and imagine what a future homebuyer would see. What condition are the cabinets in? Do you have a shiny granite countertop or an old, scratched tile one? Once you've taken an honest look, you can consider specific changes to your cabinets, counters, and appliances.Update Your Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen cabinets are among the most important elements in the kitchen. They are both stylish and functional and can make or break a kitchen design. Among the options for upgrading your cabinets are:- Replacing your kitchen cabinets
- Refacing your kitchen cabinets
- Painting or staining your cabinets
Try a Granite Countertop
The kitchen countertop can make a grand impression and blend cabinets, floors, and faucet details together. Granite countertops are among the most popular kitchen design elements around, as they add a rich, upscale look.Other countertop options include:
- Solid surface counters
- Laminates--particularly those that look like stone
- Quartz
- Stainless steel--for a commercial look
Kitchen Appliances Help Sell Houses
Whether you are a true cook or not, you?ll likely scan a kitchen design and notice the appliances. As you plan your kitchen remodeling, set aside some funds for appliances. Stainless steel appliances have been a big hit in recent years and are now available in almost any price range.Look for appliances that:
- Add a clean, crisp look
- Are functional--with computerized features, easy-to-use controls and programmable features
- Are not too customized or high-end--avoid $30,000 appliances and $20,000 range hoods
- Are on par with other neighborhood kitchens--pay attention to what other homes in your area offer
Think Economical with Kitchen Cabinet Hardware
One of the most economical ways to update a kitchen design is with cabinet hardware. For $1 to $15 per piece, hardware can make a big difference in the way the kitchen looks. Consider trendy brushed chrome, oil rubbed bronze, or satin nickel hardware in round, square, or unique shapes for a quick, inexpensive change.About the Author
Allison E. Beatty is a syndicated real estate writer who has been writing home improvement columns for 15 years
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