When it comes to getting a great look with fitted kitchens you don’t have to have a lot of money. Some imagination and a good look around can prove the best solution to renovating your kitchen on a tight budget.
What to spend money on
This is as important as knowing how to save money. There are some things it pays to spend money on. For example, when choosing cheap bedroom furniture, it pays to make sure that you spend enough on your bed whereas, a dressing table or bedside cabinet can be found more cheaply. In the kitchen, appliances are the most important part of a kitchen. They are the workhorses and they will get a lot of wear and tear. Spending money on good quality appliances is well worth the expense. In the long run, cheap appliances will look worn out and shoddy long before your units so don’t be fooled. Good quality door and drawer handles should not be missed either to achieve a well finished look. Whether you are going for a contemporary or traditional finish, the door and drawer handles will say a great deal more about the quality of the kitchen than an expensive unit from one of the bespoke fitted kitchens. If you are looking to economize, look for some good quality second hand fittings that can be revamped. Also, if you can stretch to it, a good quality worktop will do wonders to improve the look of the whole kitchen.
This might not be an obvious one but don’t stint on good lighting. Like your appliances, good lighting is the staple of good design, especially in the kitchen. You need a well lit space to work in and you want ambiance when entertaining. Always get a well designed lighting system with a dimmer switch to provide both. Flush mount ceiling lights or track lighting, make everything look shiny and expensive so your cheap units will go unnoticed and your shiny appliances and fittings will win the day!
What to save on
Units are the most versatile when it comes to price. You can buy flat packs or rigid carcasses at good prices. If you are looking to customise the doors, you may be able to pick up and end of line bargain or sundry assorted units at a knock down price. Many replacement kitchen door specialists exist to get your kitchen looking coordinated and up to date. If you prefer, replace wall units with shelving to keep a practical and low cost kitchen even cheaper.
Plain tiles are a great way to save on your kitchen. Many end of line bargains can be had. Also look in reclamation yards and online for people looking to give away stacks of unwanted tiles for free or, at most, a nominal fee. You can save a packet if you want plain tiles and are prepared to travel to find them. If you are prepared to have a look around for bargains you can find some great cheap fitted kitchen suppliers. The real skill is knowing what to spend your money on when it comes to creating that expensive designed look.