5 Important Things To Consider In Your New Kitchen

Whether you are renovating or building new kitchen it is important you consider these 5 things before hand because it will factor in the looks and ease of use of your kitchen. Sometimes we rush with excitement to built our kitchen that we forget some of the main parts to decide and later we are faced with a design or look which we are not satisfied with.

1. Cabinets

Kitchens centerpiece are always the cabinets but most people just go into the looks the print and the design or colors but it is also important to look at the functionality of the cabinets and the robustness of the materials used. Some of the materials used in cabinets are PVC, Aluminium, Wood, stainless steel, glass etc. just to name a few. Again there are varieties of each material for example in wood, you can use solid wood like oak, cherry, walnut and then you can use plywood, MDF (medium-density fiberwood) which is made from resin and wood fibers.

As mentioned before it is important to look at the functionality of cabinets which includes different types of cabinets you want in your kitchen. There might be some cabinets which has draws inside them there might be some cabinets which might have rotating shelves in them and there might be some base cabinets under the sink.

There are also some of the parts which you have to look into which might effect the life of the cabinets. One of the parts includes the opening and closing mechanism used in cabinets which are available in different types in the market, some of them have magnets and some are old school hinges. The cabinets handles are the parts which are used everyday and also effects the looks of the cabinets. Lastly, the screws or bolts used should also be considered as the play a vital role in the durability of the cabinets. It is better to use a reliable material for screws or bolts which would not rust or break in the cabinets lifetime.

2. Counter-top

Another part of your kitchen which plays a important role in the aesthetic and functionality are the counter-tops. Again there are different types of counter-tops materials to choose from. There is granite, quartz, marble, tile and even stainless steel counter-tops which you may have seen being used. Each materials acts differently to the use and has different toughness. Tiles and laminate counter-tops are pocket friendly where as quartz and granite are on a pricey side so it is important to look for a counter top which is in your budgets.

There are different colors and texture which you can use to blend in with your cabinets and rest of the kitchen. Again while choosing the color it is important to look at those materials which are less likely to be stained if your are going to choose a light/bright color.

One of the things to look into counter-tops are the maintenance level because different material might have different maintenance requirement. Taking quartz and marble for example, quarts would require none to very less maintenance compared to marble as marble is more prone to stains and scratches. One of the last thing to consider is the ease of installation which also includes the transportation of the material as some material would require extra care because of the risk of breakage.

3. Plumbing

It may sound boring or not exciting to talk about plumbing but it the most important factor (yes even in these 5 things) to look into and carefully plan for your kitchen. Plumbing is the main thing which can not only make or break your kitchen but also your house so it is important to plan wisely. If you don’t have the knowledge of plumbing it is important that you inquire a dependable plumber/contractor which can guide your through your design and also guide your with your local laws regarding waste water management and others.

Plumbing can sound a bit back-breaking but its not. You basically have only four things to deal with in the kitchen and one of them is how you going to supply water in to the kitchen, how will the waste water go out of the kitchen, how to keep bad odor out of the kitchen and lastly the supply of gas for your stove.The valves, pipes and fittings, sink mixers, sinks all come in different materials and sizes so just like cabinets and counter-tops it is important to use the right material for your plumbing.

Sink mixers and sinks are the items which play both a functionality and aesthetic part. Sink mixers or faucets are available in different designs and colors and sinks are also present in different sizes and functionality in the market so make sure you choose which might fit to you need or use.

4. Lighting / Electrical

Like the rest of your house it is important that your kitchen also has a good lighting because like the rest of your house it also play vital role in the ambiance and the overall look and feel of the kitchen. The appliances in the kitchen should have a proper supply of current so it is crucial to have a dependable electrical solutions and the availability of different outlets for different appliances.

Kitchen requires a good exhaust systems because of different fumes and gases produced during cooking and having a reliable electrical system is what is used to run these. Kitchen also holds a high risk of catching fire so this is not the place where you also want to increase the risk of electrical fires. Therefore, just like plumbing it is also recommended to find a responsible electrician.

Lighting helps in the visibility which might be reduced if your cabinets and counter-tops are more of a darker color. Talking about visibility we must also ensure the different need of lighting we might require for example lighting under the cabinets or even inside the cabinets.

5. Airflow and Ventilation

The overall design of kitchen is fully dependent on the airflow or ventilation. Ventilation helps to improve the air quality, reduce the humidity and odors and providing an overall delightful cooking environment.

Cooking is the main task in kitchen and it produces harmful pollutants which destroys the indoor air quality. Smoke is also another product of cooking which also creates irritation indoor and has to be eliminated with the help of ventilation.

The excess heat in the kitchen increases the humidity which can also lead to mold growth and also damaging your wooden cabinets. Odors also remain indoors which can cause an unpleasant smell from different part of the house like furniture and curtains. Hence, its important to keep airflow and ventilation in mind while planning your kitchen.

Cabinets, counter-tops, plumbing, lighting and ventilation are the five things which we believe are important to thoroughly plan before starting any work on your kitchen because this step would help you to safely invest your money and time. Don’t forget upgrading your kitchen might also increase the value of your property. We hope we were helpful in reminding you about these steps.