America's home remodeling industry generates more money ($300 billion/year) than many countries! A kitchen renovation alone can cost a homeowner 10-25% of his or her home's value. The cost is certainly justified. A high-quality renovation can be a life-changing investment. At Enterprise Home Remodeling, we're delighted to see how our kitchen remodeling projects transform our client's homes, increasing value and homeowner happiness.
However, if you do not have the extra cash to invest in a full-scale kitchen remodeling project, you certainly have options! A kitchen makeover doesn't necessarily require a significant investment. Do-it-yourself (D.I.Y.) projects offer a kitchen upgrade without a cost upgrade.
Below we have offer five simple D.I.Y. tips that can help you perform your own kitchen remodeling project.
1. Take a Kitchen Remodeling ClassBefore you begin your home own kitchen remodeling project, learn the tools-of-the-trade. Home improvement stores like Home Depot offer free workshops and classes designed explicitly for the D.I.Y. homeowner. A sample of available Home Depot workshops includes "Installing Tile," "Laminate Flooring," and "Cabinet Updates." All of these workshops can teach you how to perform your own kitchen makeover while potentially saving thousands of dollars.
2. Install Your Own Tiles, Sheet Vinyl, or Laminate FlooringTake the cue from Home Depot: install your own tiles, sheet vinyl, or laminate flooring. When thinking about new flooring, many homeowners feel discouraged by the idea of ripping out old flooring. This task can be laborious and tedious. But did you know that you can cover a kitchen floor with as many as three layers of new flooring before any removal is required? The key is to ensure that the new installation covers a smooth, solid, and clean surface. Clean and vacuum your old kitchen floor thoroughly; any debris might someday appear through the surface and damage your new floor.
If your old floor does require removal, do not despair! Floor removal can be exceptionally easy, requiring only a utility knife and a little sweat equity.
3. Paint Your Kitchen CabinetsMost full-scale kitchen remodeling projects include new cabinetry, but a D.I.Y kitchen makeover can be easily achieved by simply painting your old cabinets. A new coat of paint can transform a kitchen's appearance. The big challenge of this kitchen remodeling project is removing each cabinet before painting. Once you've removed the cabinets, make sure you clean all the nooks and crannies with a sponge and soapy water. Next, sand the cabinets, then apply your paint primer. When the primer is completely dry, paint the cabinets with several coats of your new color choice, allowing the cabinets to dry completely after each coat. Once your reattach your cabinets, relish the benefits of your kitchen transformation - and maybe spend some of that money you saved on a beautiful dinner and a nice bottle of wine!
4. Install Your Own Kitchen BacksplashA kitchen backsplash is placed on the kitchen wall, in the space between your kitchen counter and cabinets. A kitchen backsplash can transform the look of a kitchen while also preventing cooking stains and water damage. Of all the D.I.Y kitchen remodeling projects, installing a kitchen backsplash might be the easiest. First, choose high-quality ceramic tiles for your backsplash. Then, just like your cabinets, prepare your walls by cleaning with soapy water and sanding. You can then apply a layer of mastic and carefully lay your tiles on the wall. Once your work is dry (preferably overnight), seal the tiles by applying a layer of grout. To finish, clean your tiles with soapy water.
5. Cut the ClutterAt Enterprise Home Remodeling, our guiding mantra is simple: "A beautiful kitchen is a clutter-free kitchen." Besides installing a kitchen backsplash, the simplest way to improve the appearance and functionality of your kitchen is to cut the clutter. First, make sure that your kitchen does not house items that have nothing to do with the kitchen. We've seen flower pots, children's toys, even magazines! Inevitably, cutting the kitchen clutter also includes trashing or recycling old and rarely-used cooking utensils, knifes, and even pots and pans. Limiting your tools to the essentials makes the most of scarce kitchen space and simplifies food preparation, allowing the cook to focus on the food.
Kitchen Remodeling
Master Kitchen & Bath Design has set the standard for kitchen remodeling in the Bucks County area for over thirty years. A rare find in the kitchen remodeling industry, MKBD excels in both in-house design and construction. We never use subcontractors, all of our team members, from our lead designer to lead carpenter, take ownership of each project.
Bathroom Remodeling
Master Kitchen and Bath Design designs beautiful bathrooms to complement both older and newly constructed homes. For over thirty years, MKBD has distinguished itself as the leading bathroom remodeling company in the Philadelphia area. When you work with MKBD, you partner with the most innovative and skilled talent in the bathroom remodeling industry.
Finished Basements
In many homes, the basement is a neglected space, a hideaway for moldering storage boxes, discarded furniture, and outdated supplies. A remodeling project can transform your basement into a functional living space. From recreational rooms to guest suites, Master Kitchen & Bath Design excels in the design and construction of finished basements.
