Undertaking the renovation of your kitchen under a tight budget is both daunting and exciting. Money is the biggest problem there is but it can be fun.
There are many things to consider when planning a Brisbane budget kitchen renovation on a budget (whatever your budget may be). The biggest hurdle is to make it your mission that your budget will suffice till your project’s completion.
(A simple project like repainting the cabinet fronts can sometimes get out of hand, cost-wise.)
Going backwards
If you have no idea on the total cost of your renovation project, you might plan the financial aspects backwards. Make the grand plans first and then taking out items one by one if need be. You can stop if you have the cost at a more manageable price range.
There are also some key elements that can be incorporated into your Brisbane budget kitchen renovation without the necessity of making drastic changes to many things.
These are the changes of architecture of the total space including specific textures, color schemes, inexpensive materials like open shelving and paneling.
There is also the fact that you can always revise your design elements to save on money. You can ask yourself how much money would you really want to spend.
Finally, you can check out what dream elements you would sacrifice for something that’s also necessary and good.
The following, in no particular sequence, are random ideas which you might be able to use when planning your Brisbane budget kitchen renovation.
Losing value
If you don’t want your home to lose value, (and if you don’t want any more renovations later), make sure that the more taste-specific decisions you make are things that can easily be changed.
These might include cabinet hardware, paint colors, or lighting fixtures. They could be changing your cabinet storage style into open shelving.
These expensive and labor-intensive changes (countertops, cabinets, and tiled backsplashes) are not as easy to change. They can also look dated quickly enough if you choose something trendy.
This is also true when selecting colors, finishes, and an overall style for the kitchen.
Standards
Before moving things around your kitchen, be careful to keep the kitchen standards in mind.
Be sure to maintain that major circulation pathways inside the kitchen are at least 36 to 48 inches wide. The countertops should be 32-36″ high, and upper cabinets or shelves should be 18″ from the countertop.
The reason for this is they are easily reached but far enough away to allow space for the appliances. Actually, these are the standard measurements that contractors usually abide by.
Compromises
Another way to cut down on costs is mixing our cabinet hardware styles. Some new hardware can change the space but the compromise is getting a smaller version for a much lower price.
There are other ways in shaving money by compromising on other smaller details. The key to keeping your renovation budget is to initially plan that budget to include everything required for your job.
Further, it’s also a good idea to add 5-10% to your expected project cost. This is to allow for mistakes or any additional materials that might be required.
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