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Common Kitchen Makeover Pitfalls Incorrect space planning Many homeowners conduct kitchen renovation projects to increase property value. This endeavour, however, can do more harm than good for a home’s price if not done correctly. This is the reason property owners should know and avoid common kitchen makeover pitfalls. The most common complaint when it comes to kitchen design is the insufficiency of space in the area from the lack of countertops to the shortfall of cabinetry. Every homeowner should take their lifestyle into account when it comes to any renovation project. Certain appliances take up more space, while some kitchen accessories need their own storage areas. At the same time, it is always ideal to consider the golden triangle to ensure a smooth flow in the kitchen.

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Common Kitchen Makeover Pitfalls

Incorrect space planning

Many homeowners conduct kitchen renovation projects to increase property value.

This endeavour, however, can do more harm than good for a home’s price if not

done correctly. This is the reason property owners should know and avoid common

kitchen makeover pitfalls.

The most common complaint when it comes to

kitchen design is the insufficiency of space in the

area – from the lack of countertops to the shortfall

of cabinetry.

Every homeowner should take their lifestyle into

account when it comes to any renovation project.

Certain appliances take up more space, while some

kitchen accessories need their own storage areas.

At the same time, it is always ideal to consider the

golden triangle to ensure a smooth flow in the

kitchen.

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Usage of low quality materials

Dim kitchens

Zero ventilation

Material quality is another issue property owners often

face. Attempts to cut corners and save up some extra cash

can be counterproductive, especially when there is

increased reliance on more economical materials. It is

important to use high quality plasterboards and other

materials to make the project worth its cost.

All rooms in a house call for three types of lighting: general, task, and accent

illumination. The first one is for universal functions and purposes, the second is for

certain areas that require more lighting for different purposes and chores, and the

third is for decorative purposes. A dim kitchen has a dull ambiance and may cause

accidents because of the darkness.

Ventilation is important in any kitchen

to get rid of the smell from last night’s

dinner. There should be windows to

aerate the area. Range hoods could

circulate the air to keep the area

cleaner and smelling nice. Stoves and

other appliances generate heat as well,

which calls for increased efforts from

the air conditioning system.

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Trend dependence

Resources: http://www.gyprock.com.au/Pages/For-Homeowners.aspx#&panel1-2 http://homedesignlover.com/kitchen-designs/safe-kitchen-design/ http://www.bhg.com/kitchen/appliances/selecting-a-kitchen-ventilation-system-or-hood/

Some kitchen remodelling efforts anchor the theme to a certain style

trend, which could easily get outdated in a few years. While

following the fad is alright, dependence can be costly. A certain

style set might look garish when the new trend comes out, and it

could call for another renovation.

The secret to kitchen remodelling is to strike the balance between

form and function to create an appealing area without

compromising cooking efficiency.