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4 Tips For Kitchen Cabinet Refacing

Filed Under Kitchen Cabinet, Kitchen Pictures | Posted on November 27, 2007

Kitchen Cabinet Refacing

              by Kirk Bangstad

Do you want to finish your kitchen cabinet refacing project by yourself? Here are some simple tips and don’t cost much.

Kitchen Lighting

Remodeling experts often recommend simple lighting upgrades to spruce up a kitchen. Installing central, more direct lighting fixtures comes at a much lower cost than recessed or track lighting, and can easily improve the appearance of a space. (Under-cabinet lighting adds a nice touch, too, especially with cabinet refacing).

Kitchen Storage Strategy

Having your kitchen cabinets refaced creates the perfect opportunity to rethink the storage they offer. Placing food and kitchenware strategically can bring some much-needed efficiency to your kitchen. Throw away forgotten items, consolidate overcrowded areas (Tupperware, pots and pans), and splurge on a few new kitchen tools.

Clear Those Counters

Why clutter up your kitchen after a cabinet refacing project? Show off your new cabinet doors and fixtures by keeping counters clear, placing only the essentials on these surfaces: coffee makers, knife blocks, and some well-placed decorative items like vases or bottles.

Choose: Hire or DIY?

Not every simple kitchen remodeling project requires that you hire a contractor. You can add decorations and easy lighting facelifts on your own, although cabinet refacing is best left to professionals, according to a home improvement editor for the (New Jersey). Investing in cabinet refacing through a contractor can help ensure you get the biggest bang for your buck.

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