Prospective buyers notice three things when they walk into a property; the kitchen, the bathroom and the kandscaping. The kitchen is where people spend most of their time, and it make ssense for it to be the focus of scrutiny from prospective buyers.
However, kicthen remodeling can be costly, especially if you are looking to make a tidy profit off the sale of your property. Here are a few tips you can use to make the most out of your kitchen remodeling.
Cabinets
Kitceh cabinets are the focal point of the entire space; however, cabinets are very expensive to replace and there can be delays in ordering them even if you do have the money. There are some considerations that you need to balance, including whether new kitchen cabbinets would be a worth while replacement or not. The new home owner may decide to remove them entirely, so the other, more feasible option is to refinish them.
Replacing and Refacing:
Kitchen cabinet doors face the most wear and tear, since they are visible and accessible.The rest of the cabinet only becomes visible when you see it from the sides and when the door is opened. Therefore replacing the doors and re-facing the cabinets can be an inexpensive solution. It take a fraction of the time needed to replace cabinets to achieve a great result.
To reface the cabinets you choose a veneer. The material is self-adhesive and goes on quite easily. The matching doors have to be specially made to the measurements required and this these can take upward of a month to make. But with, with installation of the doors and the cabinet refacing, the entire project would still cost around 1/3 of what replacing the cupboards would cost.
Painting:
Conduct a research and see which colros are in, especially those that go with the general decor of your property. These colors can be bought in a melamine paint which can then be applied to the present cabinets for a beautiful new finish.
Hardware:
Changing out the hardware on cabinets can make them come alive, even without the resurfacinga nd paintwork. New hardware will not cost much and instantly will elevate the look of your kitchen furnishings.
Countertop
The kitchen countertop is the most used surface in the kitchen. Over time, these surfaces sustain extensive wear and tear, which makes replacing a necessity. Whatever cabinet color or material you choose, the countertop will pull the whole kitchen design together. Therefore, it is recommended to ensure that the kitchen countertops are in pristine condition before a showing.
For many, having natural stone countertops may be out of their budget. They will concentrate on cabinets or flooring first. Getting the countertops fixed or replaced should be a priority for any kitchen remodeling. You can use the following options for countertop replacement:
Laminate:
Laminate is a quick and easy fix for your countertops. If you are hesitant about installing stome countertops, you can always add laminate. The prospective buyer might want to change them accroding to their specifications. However, laminate counter tops can take off some of the value from your property.
Tile:
Tiles make a for beautiful andinexpensive countertop. Available in a wide range of designs and easily customizable, tile countertops add aesthetic appeal to kitchen countertops, and they are easy to clean as well.
Flooring
When it comes to kitchen flooring ceramic tile is the best choice because it comes in such a variety of colors, textures and patterns. Tile is recommended because most prospective home-owners prefer tiled foloors, owing to ease of cleaning and their overall look. If you have vinyl flooring, you can easily replace them with tiles.
The gold standard in kitchen flooring is the wooden floor. These are very expensive to put in, but they can drive the price of your property up considerably. However, do keep in mind that only wood flooring in the kitchen might put off prospective buyers because they might feel the need to add wooden flooring to th erest of the house as well.
Paint
Paint your kitchen walls in a basic color, one that looks good with the decor and allows the new owners to refurbish or customize as they choose. Kitchens do not need much paint, owing to most of the walls being occupied by cabinets or sink back splashes. However, a good paint job can help you make your kitchen stand out.
Lighting
Any kitchen design can look fantastic with the right lighting. As an alternative to using a single overhead light or several bright track lights to illuminate the entire room, try strategically placing lights throughout the space. Lighting that fits under cabinets is inexpensive and simple to set up. The lights are aimed specifically at the work surfaces. Furthermore, if you have the option, try using wall sconces with a dimmer switch to create an atmosphere of medium light. It’s possible to create a multi-tiered look in the kitchen by combining sconces and hardware with an elaborate overhead light.