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Tips for Creating the Perfect Kitchen Makeover

Kitchen design Aug 8

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For people who love to host gatherings and prepare large meals, the kitchen is an essential part of the home. Therefore, if you want it to always be in top condition, you should maintain it well. However, as time goes by, no level of maintenance can keep it flawless. There will come a time when it will need a little TLC.If you plan to do a makeover of this space, you should prepare a kitchen design so you have a model that you can follow. Talk to expert kitchen designers and professionals so that you can successfully complete your project. You don’t have to complete all your desired tasks on your own. It can be risky, especially if you are not familiar with home remodeling. If you plan to remodel it soon, seek expert advice immediately. If you are thinking of remodeling, you should seek expert advice. You don’t want to miss out on their ideas, which they have tried and tested over the years. Moreover, they can provide you with practical advice that can help you quickly finish the makeover. Once you have a professional partner and contractor, here are several additional tips to keep in mind.

1.Remove wasted steps

When revamping this room, you may want to improve the traffic flow of the space and remove wasted steps. For instance, install related items together such as having the breakfast cabinet near where the bowls are kept. Keep the cabinet where you store plastic wraps and containers reachable so you can easily grab them when putting away any dinner leftovers. Put the dishware and flatware in an area close to the dishwasher so that it is more efficient to unload the dishes after washing

2.Have ample space for walkways

Oftentimes, people forget to allot space for walking in the cooking area. However, space is required especially when preparing a meal. It is recommended that walkways should be at least 36-inches wide. The cooking zone should have wide walkways with at least 42-inches width. Depending on your stove, you might need to add more space if you have a two-burner or more configuration

3.Determine the best height for your microwave

The microwave is an essential appliance for cooking. It allows many fast and simple food preparations. Therefore, it is recommended that you determine the ideal height where it should be placed. It should not be too high so that it is difficult to reach it. It should not be too low that it becomes a hazard to the children. As a rule of thumb, putting the microwave 15 inches above the countertop is deemed effective.

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