Inexpensive Kitchen Home Improvement Ideas
Renovators Place Columnist
Oct 08, 2009
A brand new kitchen can turn heads, but the home improvement price tag might
be too high for your budget. There are plenty of inexpensive home improvement
projects that can offer amazing results. Here's where to start.
Cabinet refacing is also quick and easy. Most cabinet refacing companies can complete a project within a few days, causing little disruption to your routine.
There are many inexpensive home improvement projects that can bring new life to your kitchen. Start by finding a qualified remodeling contractor or cabinet refacing company and asking for ideas. When it comes to kitchen home improvement, let your imagination be your guide.
About the Author
Allison E. Beatty is a syndicated real estate writer who has been writing home improvement columns for 15 years.
Cabinet Refacing Gives Kitchen New Life
Kitchen cabinet refacing is one home improvement project that provides a big return on your investment. For a fraction of the cost of replacing your cabinets, you can put a bright new face on them. Start by contacting two or three cabinet refacing companies for estimates. You'll want to decide on the:- Cabinet material - Wood, laminate, RTF?
- Cabinet door style - Traditional, contemporary, rustic?
- Extra stains or details, such as molding.
Cabinet refacing is also quick and easy. Most cabinet refacing companies can complete a project within a few days, causing little disruption to your routine.
Combine Cabinet Refacing With New Hardware
Changing your cabinet hardware is one of the most economical home improvement projects around. You can replace them through a cabinet refacing company or other remodeling contractor, depending on which home improvement projects you are doing. Try an upscale look, like satin or brushed nickel, forged iron or antique brass.Home Improvement Helps Countertop Area
The countertop area is another important visual and functional area of your kitchen. There are several ways a remodeling contractor can help improve this area. Start by asking a few contractors for suggestions on replacing the:- Countertop - Ask the contractor about new styles and patterns in laminates, which offer a high-end look for a small price.
- Sink and faucet - The contractor can replace each or both of these fixtures to you're your kitchen more pizzazz.
- Wall tile - A remodeling contractor can spruce up this important focal point with bold tile in primary colors, or with subtle tile with stone-like features.
There are many inexpensive home improvement projects that can bring new life to your kitchen. Start by finding a qualified remodeling contractor or cabinet refacing company and asking for ideas. When it comes to kitchen home improvement, let your imagination be your guide.
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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