Remodeling your kitchen is all about making a big change. You don’t want to change one thing and be done with it. It’s about making the kitchen of your dreams, which means making sure you’re maximizing on all your customization options when it comes to your kitchen remodel. Think of it like a playground for adults, a place to try out your wildest kitchen dreams.
Almost anything in your kitchen remodel can be customized so long as it fits in the space.
Countertops are one of the easiest to customize especially when working with an experienced fabricator.
There is an array of colors and textures to play with. And if your space has some limitations, there’s always a solution that will be backed by a fantastic overall look.
Below are some areas where you can stretch your creative legs when it comes to a kitchen remodel.
Custom Cabinetry
Cabinets are more than just picking a color. There’s a lot of trends out there right now when it comes to cabinet design options. There are display style which put your items on display through glass, options that are more geared for logistical storage, and even new trends in open shelving as opposed to cabinets that close. You can get creative here.
Granite and quartz countertops can complement any cabinet style with ease.
Lighting
Lighting can really change the entire demeanor of a room, offering pops of brightness, helping to elevate color choices, and guiding the attention of your guests. Dimmer lights in the kitchen are particularly useful to offer entertainment and mood lighting that won’t overwhelm your guests.
You can even mix and match lighting styles within the kitchen using pendants, multi-light chandeliers, surface mounted lights, or recessed lighting depending on the portion of the kitchen you’re in. Also, the right lighting will make your stone countertops glisten and shine.
Colors
The biggest thing you’re going to have control over is colors. And the kitchen is the place to really experiment and make items pop by use of color. This can mean color on your cabinets, rugs, wall paint, wallpaper or even your appliances and upholstered items in the kitchen. The best part is you can match these items to your wood finishes, countertops, and backsplash colors to give a cohesively designed feel to your entire kitchen.
Flooring
This is it, your chance to get the exact look, function and feel of what’s under your feet. If you choose wood, there are a ton of species and stains to play with. It also adds warmth and beauty to any room making it a good investment for the long term incase you ever end up selling.
Maybe tile flooring is more up your alley. It is a clean, sleek and modern way to complete your remodel. It’s highly durable and can handle high traffic with pets and kids. You can customize tile flooring with different sizes, shapes and colors of tile which makes for endless design ideas.
Related Questions
What is the best kitchen countertop material?
Stone countertops are everywhere. You can’t go wrong with granite or quartz. These are both highly durable and easy to maintain. Slabs of granite and quartz come in an array of patterns and colors and ties everything together in your remodel.
Edging options such as beveled, rounded or waterfall are an opportunity to customize your look. To some, kitchen countertops are the star of a remodel, with good reason.
What tends to be the most expensive part of a kitchen remodel?
That depends on what you’re remodeling and the materials you’re replacing it with. But often times the cabinets tend to take up most of the budget followed by any new appliances, and then your countertops. When a remodel is done right, and you love the result, the expense is more than worth it.
Questions about Countertop Installation, Remodeling and More?
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