How To Survive A Kitchen Remodel

So you’ve decided to remodel your kitchen. Congratulations! This is an exciting time, looking forward to your beautiful and functional kitchen. But in the meantime, you need to know what to anticipate and how to handle it.

Many say the best thing to do is to flee and stay somewhere else during the job, but for many this option is not always viable. So here is what to expect if you live in your house through a kitchen remodel and how to prepare for it.

Make Preparations and Get Organized

Plan to do the following before demolition begins:

• Carve out time to pack up the kitchen properly or arrange for movers since it’s a big task.

• Think about a location for refrigeration. If you don't already have a second refrigerator elsewhere in the house, we may be able to relocate your existing refrigerator to another location of your choice. Just sure there is a plug available.

• Include takeout food and restaurant expenses in your overall renovation budget.

• Get in the mindset of getting the groceries you need daily as opposed to shopping for the week or month.  A lot of times, you just won’t have the space for that!

Set Up a Makeshift Kitchenette

If possible, set up a mini kitchen in another room. Think about what equipment might come in handy for throwing together meals. Find some portable appliances like these:

• Coffee maker

• Electric tea kettle

• Toaster or toaster oven

• Slow cooker

• Portable electric grill

• Electric frying pan

• Mini fridge

If your house has a mini kitchen or a wet bar elsewhere, you’re in luck. This is a great spot to set up.

So, think about how you’re going to handle a small-appliance cooking mess before you make it - this may involve the patio, a hose and a dishwashing tub.

We Care About You and Your Home

Yes, it can be a bit of a hassle to live in your home while a remodel is taking place, but that is why we care so much and put a lot of effort into making sure we:

• Contain dust and keep our jobsite clean and organized

• Focus on great communication

• Work tirelessly to keep the project on schedule and limit the disruption to your home and life

How can we help you? At Bailey Construction, we love what we do and love helping homeowners through the remodeling process. If you have a project in mind, don’t hesitate to reach out . We’re happy to answer any questions you have. 

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Ideas to Take Your Kitchen Remodel to the Next Level

Kitchens function as the heart of the home. It is where we create our nourishment, clean-up our messes, and, depending on whether or not you wear the apron in your house, try to sneak tastes of delectable treats.

Because kitchens are a central part of our daily lives, it’s important for them to be functional and beautiful spaces. Whether you’re updating an older kitchen or creating your new dream kitchen, here are four ways to take your kitchen remodel to the next level:

Add a Multi-Purpose Island

Adding an island to your kitchen can allow you to utilize otherwise empty space for a variety of purposes. Sometimes, simply creating extra counter space and cabinet storage is a much needed boost for your kitchen. Other times, it makes sense to add your sink or stove top to an island to face your living/dining room or pull yourself away from facing a wall when cooking or cleaning.

Create Organization that Works for You

As you’re designing, think about what is unique about your kitchen. Are you hoping to display a china collection? Do you use a lot of spices that you need to have easily accessible? Are you especially fond of your mixer but not so fond of leaving it visible on the counter? Consider what makes how you use your kitchen unique from others, and then customize your organization to make your kitchen work for you.

Embrace Natural Light

Natural light can help your kitchen feel warm and inviting so try to expand upon the natural light options available to you. Can you add in a skylight? A larger window behind your sink? Embrace those options, and let the sunshine in.

Install a Backsplash that Reflects Your Style

Use your backsplash as an opportunity to truly reflect your style and take your kitchen up a notch. Whether you prefer neutral minimalism or bold patterns, choose a backsplash reflecting that instead of one that simply blends in. Backsplashes can hide away or be used to add a sense of flair.

As you think about remodeling your home, consider how some of these ideas might take your kitchen to the next level by increasing its organization and functionality.

Whether you’re considering kitchen, bathroom, or a whole house remodel, Bailey Construction will be glad to help you create something that will give your Saginaw area home a fresh new look. Give us a call today or reply to this email to get the process started!

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