Wanting to renovate your kitchen and don t know where to start? Follow these simple steps Verona recommends.

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2 Wanting to renovate your kitchen and don t know where to start? Follow these simple steps Verona recommends.

3 STEP 1 Preparation The first thing to think is what do you want? What do you have? And what do you need? A kitchen renovation is a major task. Before you dive in, you ll need to take a hard look at how you re using your current kitchen and what you want this remodel to accomplish. Do some preliminary research and visit our showroom so that one of our design experts can help you to figure out what you need and what you can afford.

4 STEP 2 Planning the project and designing the space Planning your kitchen remodel should take more time than the actual construction to minimize construction chaos. More than any room in the house, the kitchen needs to be practical and functional. So think about how you use it and make a plan that will suit your needs Tips: Keep in mind the classic work triangle that three-sided connection between the stove, sink, and refrigerator. Study your existing kitchen space: Buying the extra-large fridge only to find they can t get it in the doorway is one of the most common mistakes in DIY kitchen remodeling. Think about traffic patterns: for instance, from fridge to sink to stove; toaster to coffeemaker to computer desk; homework station to fridge to back door. Try to avoid overlapping patterns.

5 STEP 3 Budgeting for your kitchen Setting a budget for your project involves much more than crunching numbers 1 2 Prepare for the unexpected. Set a budget and then add another 10% for unplanned expenses. Make a list of your renovation priorities. What s most important to you? New appliances? New cabinets? Write down your priorities so if unexpected costs hit your budget, you ll still get the top things on your list done.

6 The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) breaks down kitchen remodeling costs like this: Cabinetry and hardware: 29% Installation: 17% Appliances and ventilation: 14% Countertops: 10% Other: 1% Faucets and plumbing Doors and windows 4% 4% 4% 5% Design fees Walls and ceilings Flooring: 7% 5% Lighting 3 4 Consider hidden costs. Remember to factor in the cost of labor and materials, as well as taxes and any shipping or delivery costs that might come up. These can add up very quickly, so it s important to take them into account when you re setting the budget. Quality should come first. Always buy the best you can afford. When it comes to kitchen renovations, you want to have high-quality, functional items.

7 STEP 4 How to hire the right contractors? Finding the right contractor for a kitchen remodel might seem like a daunting task, but it doesn t have to be. 1 2 Ask for Referrals - Reach out to people you know or that are in your area who have had similar work done. Find out who they worked with and what their experiences with them were like. Ask important questions. Look at Credentials - Find out whether the contractor holds all the required state licenses, as well as credentials from any professional associations. 3 Get a Detailed Estimate, Contract and Payment Plan -Your final estimate and contract will be extremely important to your project. This is to ensure that you are getting what you pay for and nothing is left out.

8 STEP 5 Getting ready for the renovation final steps In a perfect world, demolition starts on time, deliveries arrive on schedule, installation takes place without a hitch, and cleanup is quick and easy. Chances of all that happening are slim enough. If you want the project to run smoothly, don t allow the construction crew to tear apart your kitchen until all materials (except the countertop) are on site. 1 2 Designate a dust-free space as the temporary kitchen. Equip it with a microwave, coffee maker, conventional toaster oven and refrigerator (mini or full-size.) Use paper plates and cups so you won t have to wash dishes.

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