Two months into the new year and do you feel like the floors in your kitchen need to be redone? Do you feel like cabinets aren’t functional anymore? Have the white walls and the ceiling faded to grey? Do you need help from a plumber to clear the water block in your sink?
If you answered yes to all of these questions, to avoid more problems you should opt for a complete makeover.
The cost of renovation depends on several factors, including the size of your kitchen, the materials you choose and the complexity of the project. You can ultimately save in the long run with a little bit of help from an interior designer and a little bit of planning and budgeting.
You can start rebuilding your kitchen from floor to ceiling and build alive a new kitchen. Consider multiple options in terms of colour, material, durability and resistance. The more you research, the more you will learn about the options you can consider.
Listed below are 5 tips to rebuild your kitchen
Flooring options for the kitchen:
Tile flooring
This type of flooring is built to be very durable, easy to clean, water resistant, long-lasting and blends in any style of kitchen design and décor. Tile flooring can withstand heavy foot traffic, spills and stains. This flooring option is available in many shapes, sizes, colours and patterns. If maintained properly, it can stay new for several years.
Different types of Tile Flooring
- Ceramic
- Porcelain
- Natural stone
- Mosaic
Vinyl flooring
Vinyl flooring is built to be cost-effective, water-resistant, easy to clean and durable. This type of flooring on average can cost you a sum of ₹40 to ₹150 per square foot. Lower-end basic vinyl can cost you around ₹40 -₹70 per square foot and premium vinyl flooring can cost you a sum of ₹100 per square foot.
Different types of Vinyl flooring
- Sheet
- Luxury
- Vinyl planks
- Vinyl tiles
Cabinet options for the kitchen
- Base cabinets
- Wall cabinets
- Tall cabinets
Base cabinets
Base cabinets can be used to store utensils like pans, pots, dishware and food items. These cabinets can be built using materials like wood, laminate, metal and glass. They can be built in various sizes and shapes basis your requirements.
Wall cabinets
Wall cabinets can be built using different materials like wood, laminate, metal and more. They can be personalized into different sizes and styles. Wall cabinets can be used to store items like dishes, towels and other household supplies.
Tall cabinets
Tall cabinets can be built using materials like wood, laminate, metal and glass. These cabinets can be used to store pots and pans, dishes, food containers, small appliances and baking sheets. They can also be used to store cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, paper goods and pet food.
Lighting for kitchen
Ceiling
These lights are built to be energy-efficient, cost-effective, bright, space-saving and versatile. Some options for ceiling lights are pendant lights, recessed lights, flush mounts and more. They are available in several sizes, shapes and finishes. When compared to other lights, ceiling lights are economical in price.
Accent
Accent lighting highlights specific elements in the kitchen, like artwork or architectural features. Some examples of accent lighting are recessed spotlights, under-cabinet lights and track lights. They can be used to provide lighting for countertops and the sink area.
Task
This type of lighting can be focused on specific areas, including countertops, sink and cooking area. These lights can make your cooking experience special and make you feel like a chef. A few examples of task lights are strip lights and puck lights.
Wall paints for the Kitchen
Semi-gloss or high gloss finish
This finish is easy to clean and is ideal for the kitchen as it is built and resistant to moisture and stains.
Satin finish
This finish is slightly less shiny than semi-gloss and is also built to be very durable and easy to clean.
Eggshell
This finish has a low sheen and is also like the other two options, built to be very durable and easy to clean.
Matte finish
This finish is flat and non-reflective, making it ideal for kitchens with a modern or minimalist design.
Plumbing and Electrical issues
It is common for every household kitchen to have some kind of issues related to plumbing and electrical after a few years. Switches can get burned, there can be issues related to water clogging, leakages and alike are also very common. All these issues and if any more, can be resolved by plumbers and electricians.
You can take note of these points and rebuild your kitchen on your own or with the help of an interior designer. As always, if you feel like we missed out on any important points, do add them to our list.
