Are you a “jack of all trades” and find your wife or significant other constantly nagging you about remodeling or renovating? If so, then you are just like thousands of other men. Most men do not find the idea of home remodeling in the least bit interesting, but they still participate in the project just to make the wife happy. There are many new remodeling ideas that can be used to make your job a little bit more tolerable. Just think of it like this, once the job is complete you will have a happy living environment and you will have a new, beautifully decorated room. Before you get started do a little research on small kitchen remodeling ideas so that you will be better prepared for the task at hand.
Cabinets
When remodeling the kitchen your biggest question will be whether or not to replace the kitchen cabinets. New cabinets are very expensive and require a lot of time to tear out the old ones and install the new ones. That is the reason why most people are choosing to refinish their cabinetry instead of replacing them. This job can be done over a weekend and will not cost you an arm and a leg. There are several steps that you will need to do before you start the staining process.
- Remove Doors
- Remove Hardware
- Clean With A Degreaser
- Apply A Stain Or Paint Remove
- Fill In Holes With A Wood Filler
Once these tasks are completed you may want to use sand paper to smooth the uneven surfaces and to remove stubborn paint or stain. This job does require patience, but it will be worth it in the long run because you will save yourself a lot of money and hard work.
Hardware
If you have already chose what type of decor you want to use for redecorating your kitchen you may want to change the cabinet hardware. There are so many new designs to choose from, but most people will match them up with their decor ideas. Bronze, pewter, nickel, and brass finishes are available in many different shapes and sizes. New hinges, pulls, knobs, and catches will make a big change in the appearance of your cabinetry.
Lighting
It is a must that you switch out that old lighting with the new modern lighting decor ideas. Cabinet lighting will definitely make those newly remodeled cabinets stand out and give your kitchen an extra brightness. If you choose this type of lighting you will definitely want to use some type of ceiling lighting as well for extra brightness. The most popular lights are the mini pendants. They are available in a large array of colors and designs and will add a lot of charm to any traditional room. Chandeliers and track lighting are two other ideas that you may want to consider but only if you have a very large kitchen will these work for you.
Counter Top
If you refinish your kitchen you will definitely want to change the counter top so that they match. There are many different types of materials that you can choose from and will depend mostly on how much money you are willing to spend on these items. Marble and granite is by far the most popular and most expensive. Another alternative is wood, copper, and stainless steel these are not as expensive, but are still very popular among homeowners. Laminate countertops are sold more often than the others because it is less expensive, but very durable and can withstand a lot of wear and tear.
Author Bio:
Howard Collins is a professional handyman and knows how to remodel homes and save lots of money. He has many tips on small kitchen remodeling ideas that will add charm to any room.