The kitchen has to be all things at once — from a social hub to a cooking space and, for some — even a makeshift office. So, when the time comes to remodeling a kitchen, it’s important that you think about every last detail, to ensure that the end result looks great and functions perfectly, too.

However, even though kitchens are one of the most commonly remodelled rooms in any house, there are still plenty of things that people often get wrong. With it being particularly expensive to redo your kitchen from top to bottom, we figured we’d round up some top tips, to help you get it just right.

1. Start with a schedule 

Remodelling a kitchen is a lengthy process, and there are a lot of factors to consider. So, you’ll need to plan your renovation and plan it well. You don’t want to find yourself at a crucial point without the materials you need or the right tradespeople booked in. 

Assure the success of your project with a schedule that takes into account your overall goals and timeline. A good plan will help you stick to your budget better, too. 

2. Incorporate what you need

Function has to take precedence in a kitchen. For one thing, the room is home to a number of large appliances, so you’ll have to factor those into your design. 

You’ll also need adequate storage and food prep space, as well as space for people to gather. How you incorporate these necessary elements is entirely up to you.

3. Think about layout

Layout is crucial in any renovation, but particularly when you’re doing a room as important as the kitchen. 

So, once you’ve figured out what you need, you can start properly mapping your layout, by measuring the space and thinking about what will fit and where. This will give you an insight into what the end result will be, so you have something to work towards.

4. Style as well as substance 

Even though functionality should be your primary concern, the look of your kitchen is also key. 

For an attractive space that has everything you need, be on the lookout for cabinets, flooring, and homeware that will work hard and look great together. You should, for example, choose flooring that works well with the style of your new kitchen and won’t stain or scuff easily. 

5. Find the perfect cabinets 

Cabinets will play a leading role in just about any kitchen. Not only do you need them for your food and crockery, they also give you your all-important countertops. 

If you have sloping floors or leaning walls, then you’ll need to make sure you scribe and trim your cabinets, so that they fit perfectly when installed. Fail to think about these things, and you could end up with uneven countertops.

6. Update your plumbing 

Overhauling the design of your kitchen offers ample opportunity to make updates behind the scenes. Say your plumbing is old or problematic. Why not tear the whole thing out and start afresh?

With new technologies, you can say goodbye to leaky sinks and inefficient plumbing systems. It’s also possible to make your water consumption an awful lot greener, with the help of a specialist.   

7. Get the lighting right

You could go from prepping dinner in the kitchen in the afternoon to having a glass of wine around the island that evening. Resultantly, a well-lit kitchen is a happy kitchen.

With the right lighting layers, including task lighting, accent lighting, and ambient lighting, you can make the space either practical or atmospheric, as and when you need it. And, don’t forget to place your lights appropriately. There’s no point having bright spotlights if they cast a shadow over the countertops. 

8. Don’t forget the details

One last thing to remember is that the devil is in the detail. In a space that has to work so hard from morning till night, it’s pretty much impossible to over-plan. 

Everything from the spacing of the appliances to the placement of your tiles is important. You could end up with an overcrowded room, or too little tile for the wall, or ill-fitting fixtures if you don’t take into account every little thing. If you need a hand with installing your new kitchen, then get in touch with Tap This Plumbing today!