The kitchen is the center of activity in your home. It serves as the seat of family meals, the room for family game night, the refreshment area for parties, the hub for family functions, and the center for homework help. In short, it is the heart of your home, and you wouldn’t have it any other way.
With so much activity taking place in this one room, keeping it maintained and updated to serve the family’s needs ensures the space is functional, comfortable, and enjoyable, and increases its overall value. The following upgrades are sure to give a good return on your investment.
- Replace a scratched or stained sink – Consider a double sink (with garbage disposal) to double your sink’s functionality. Sinks come in a variety of colors and materials to match every décor. And upgrade builder-grade stiff-neck faucets with one that has a pull-down spray attachment to make dishwashing and cleanup easier and avoid splashing water everywhere.
- Cabinet facelift – If replacing cabinets is not in the budget, consider painting or resurfacing them with a fresh veneer. Install (or upgrade) handles on cabinet doors and drawers. (Hardware styles change over time, and this one simple step can make a big difference.) Crown molding around cabinets add a valuable, decorative touch.
- Kitchen walls – Paint exposed walls in an aesthetically pleasing color—light or neutral is generally best. Install a backsplash that coordinates with the countertops.
- Lighting – Good overhead, island, and task lighting is essential, and lighting fixtures can be combined in complementary fashion. Under-cabinet lighting goes beyond function to add ambience.
- Counter – If your kitchen lacks counter space, consider installing an island, extending an existing counter, or hanging a drop-down table. You will reap tons of benefits with just a few additional inches of available counter space. If your counter is builder-grade, stained, or scratched, invest in a quartz countertop to add beauty with minimal maintenance.
- Flooring – Kitchen floors can be ceramic tile, hardwood, laminate, and more. The key is to select a type and color that enhances the overall look and style of the kitchen.
- Get tech savvy – Choose appliances that offer energy savings and multiple functions so you can set timers to cook food quickly or wash dishes on off hours, for example, or turn them on or off from a remote location. Build in a charging station for the family’s cell phones and tablets.
A kitchen should be a source of pride as well as a desirable feature when it comes time to sell. Sovereign Construction Services offers professional design/style suggestions and installation to ensure you have a kitchen that adds value and meets all your requirements. Visit our website or contact us today at 610) 639-2986.