Designing a Kitchen on a Budget: Tips from Stone City Kitchen and Bath
Whether you're designing a kitchen from scratch or looking to remodel and update an existing kitchen, there's a good chance that you've got a budget you'd like to adhere to. Unfortunately, kitchen spaces are often the most expensive in the home. That's why we've put together this list of budget-friendly considerations to keep in mind as you plan for your new kitchen design.
Refinish Existing Cabinets
If you're looking to remodel an existing kitchen on a budget, consider refinishing your old cabinets rather than replacing them altogether. This is an especially great way to save money if you've got wooden cabinets that appear outdated. With a little bit of sanding and staining, you can give your old cabinets and entirely new appearance without breaking the bank.
Furthermore, you can add new brushed nickel or stainless steel hardware to your existing cabinets to give them a truly modern and updated look.
Shop for Deals on Countertops
Adding real granite or other stone countertops to your kitchen space is a great way to add elegance, beauty, and resale value to your home. Not only is granite a lovely option that comes in a wide array of colors and designs, but it's also extremely durable. Specifically, granite is resistant to heat and won't easily become scratched or chipped.
Of course, granite can also be rather expensive, which is why we recommend you shop for your countertops here at Stone City Kitchen and Bath. Here, granite is our specialty, and we strive to offer the absolute best prices on high quality granite.
Opt for Laminate Flooring
Finally, when it comes to your flooring, you can get a lot of bang for your buck by going with a laminate flooring option as opposed to real wood or stone. Laminate is a much less expensive option but still gives you the appearance of real wood or stone. Plus, laminate generally requires much less care and maintenance over time, saving you money on refinishing, sanding, and other maintenance tasks you'd need to perform on real wood floors.
Designing a kitchen on a budget can be a challenge, but hopefully we've made things a little easier for you with these tips. We also hope you'll keep Stone City Kitchen in Bath in mind for all of your kitchen design needs in the Sioux Falls area.
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