When you’re investing in a home remodeling project, you want to make sure the results not only please you but add value to your home and save you money. Never is that more true than in a kitchen remodel, where costs can add up so quickly that your budget may suddenly seem like pennies in a jar. To keep costs in line and still get the kitchen of your dreams consider a few of my favorite ways to get the most out of a tight budget.
1. Go With Ready-to-Assemble Cabinets
The biggest cost in a kitchen remodel is new cabinets. The most expensive option is custom, in which cabinetry is designed, built and installed to specifically fit your space. Exotic woods, ornate details and period styles add to the cost and delivery time but result in a one-of-a-kind kitchen.
If your budget doesn’t allow for custom, but you need new cabinets, ready-to-assemble cabinetry is a good option. Ready-to-assemble or semicustom cabinets can sometimes be half the cost of custom, depending on the material, style and cost of installation. Semicustom cabinets are selected from existing designs and are prefabricated offsite in standard sizes, with limited size, style, material and finish options.
In-stock cabinets are for customers who want to grab their cabinets right off the shelf and get going. These stock cabinets come in standard sizes, shapes and colors. Since the cabinet dimensions are not based on your kitchen,fillers may be required to make the cabinets fit. These cabinets are very affordable for remodelers on a budget.
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