So you’re ready to buy your perfect kitchen. You’ve decided what kind of kitchen you would like, whether to go for a modern contemporary look or one of the more traditional style fitted kitchens. Perhaps you have already decided on the colours you like and the wall and floor treatments you want. Now all you have to do is find your kitchen fitters.
It may be that you have already visited one or two to get an idea of what is available. Don’t feel you have to stick with these companies. The styles you might like are available from most stockists and specialist fitted kitchen suppliers so you can often find what you are looking for in many different places You might have even visited a kitchen supplier with a distinct style of their own. In this case you probably know who you are going to use anyway.
If you are unsure it’s a good idea to visit a few specialists as well as the larger DIY stores. Firstly, you will get personal attention from kitchen design specialists who may have some great ideas for your space. Secondly, if you get a few ideas you can always implement them even if you don’t use their service.
When you are ready to find a supplier there are a few things it is well worth doing.
You are about to part with a lot of money on your ideal kitchen. Make sure that you are working with a reputable company. Check them out online. Are there any reviews or comments out there on the web to tell you what kind of a company they are? If you are treated to any pressure selling or massively inflated prices that are only reduced for a limited time, you are not dealing with a genuine kitchen specialist. It is time to look for a proper kitchen supplier.
Does your proposed kitchen supplier belong to a trade association. If so check it out before you commit. Is it a reputable association that will protect you as a consumer, or is it just a nice badge for the company stationery?
Will your kitchen have a guarantee? Does the kitchen supplier guarantee the quality and fitting of your new kitchen and will they return to fix any problems within an allotted time?
Before you buy, check the build quality of your chosen fitted kitchen units. Look at the parts that will get the most wear like door hinges, taps, joints etc. Check the seams between work surfaces. You want to be sure that you have all bases covered for your kitchen.
If you think you have chosen amongst your prospective fitted kitchen suppliers, now is the time to get a fully itemised costing of the project. Make sure they include the fitting service in the price. Get the terms and conditons of payment clear and ensure that they provide an free inspection and after sales service as well.
This advice is good for other fitted furniture suppliers, such as bathroom fitters or fitted bedroom furniture companies. Get your facts right and your new kitchen will be a delight. Ignore them and you might be in for a nightmare!