So you accomplished most of your tasks on the home
renovation list but the kitchen hasn't been remodeled yet. You want to create a
more functional kitchen but you're not sure how to get started. Well here are some
tips on how you can do this.
If you're renovating your kitchen so that it will be more
functional, you should create a variety of neat storage solutions so that there
is less clutter in the kitchen. When you install new cabinets, you can add pull
out trays inside them so that it will be easier to find pantry items and your
favorite kitchen gadgets. Another idea is to build a bookcase and place it
behind the kitchen door or stove so that you can place your cookbooks, largest
utensils, kitchen collectibles and jars of pasta, sugar, flour and other common
food staples.
Place An Island in The Kitchen
This is another great way to create a functional kitchen
because when you put an island in the kitchen, you free up countertop space for
cooking and you're also turning the kitchen into a mini dining room because
when guests arrive they can have dinner in the kitchen while talking with you
at the same time. The island can also be a holding spot for your napkins,
silverware, wine glasses and the wines themselves.
Install Task Lighting
You can't have a functional kitchen without adequate
lighting so this is important when renovating your kitchen. Pendant lights look
great over a kitchen island and you can also install track lighting or recessed
lighting in the kitchen. If you're into energy efficient lighting, use LED
light bulbs since they use up less energy than incandescent lighting.
Choose Flooring That Is Best for High Traffic
The kitchen gets a lot of traffic so it's important that you
choose flooring that is suitable for this reality. Laminate flooring works well
in the kitchen since it's not hard to clean and maintain, and you can also
install cork or bamboo flooring since they're sustainable and soft to walk on.
Traditional hardwood and ceramic tile flooring would work well in kitchens.
Built in Appliances
To make the kitchen even more functional, get rid of your
bulky appliances and instead have sleeker appliances that can be built in the
wall so that you'll have more space in the kitchen for moving around. You can
have your stove/oven installed inside the wall and you can have the dishwasher
built inside the sink.
Conclusion
A functional kitchen works well for you because you can cook
safely and the kitchen will feel more inviting to guests. Don't forget about
the style of the kitchen since it should also look beautiful. Read through
interior decorating magazines to determine which theme you like the best and
get input from the rest of the family. Do as much of the renovation by yourself
to save money and when you can't go further, hire a professional.
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