Kitchen Refurbishment by:Joanna Harris

Creating a brand new kitchen in a home is what most people opt for while redecorating a house

. Years of cooking may produce some certain deterioration in every kitchen. Kitchen refurbishment can offer a new life for your old kitchen without disturbing its original look. Besides cooking, kitchen is also a place where more activities can be seen. Kitchen refurbishment can be done on a do-it-yourself basis to avoid unnecessary expenses. Time conscious people can choose professional help for better and quicker results.

Planning is very much important for any type of renovation works and kitchen refurbishment is not an exception here. It should be clear whether to go for whole kitchen refurbishment or slight renovation works. Budget is also a key factor in determining the type of renovation works. Kitchen refurbishment involves plenty of works like cupboard renovation, worktop replacement, plumbing works, flooring works etc. It is always wise to get advice from experienced people rather than going for it in an uninitiated way. Proper knowledge on different works like plumbing, wiring and carpentry is an added advantage for performing renovation works.

Work Process

Modern kitchen involves the usage of different cabinets for storing food and kitchen utensils. Refurbishing the kitchen cabinets is one of major works involved in kitchen renovation. During the course of time, cabinets may deteriorate due various agents like smoke, residue, and food spilling. Moreover, cabinets may lose their glow over a period of time. Painting is a better option to recreate the proper glow on kitchen cabinets. And remember to remove the crease and old finish before painting.

Another major work involved in kitchen refurbishment is worktop renovation. Repairing the old worktops by painting or laminating is not a bad idea as you can save some money. However, if the worktop is really outdated or irreparable, then it is fine going for a new one. Worktops are available in plenty of materials like steel, timber, granite etc. Material should be chosen according to one's preference and budget allotment.

Other works like sink repairs, window remodelling, flooring, stove installation, chimney installation and interior decoration should be done with proper knowledge. Sink repairs involves certain plumbing knowledge. For beginners, it is worth not disturbing the pipe lines without proper knowledge in plumbing works.

Variety of kitchen appliances like stoves, refrigerators, hoods and dishwashers are available in different colours and styles. Decorating your kitchen with modern appliances may also be a fine element of kitchen refurbishment and for sure it'll give it a new look.

About the author

Joanna is a well renowned Polish journalist specialising in Polish, Russian and English translation services. She has been residing in the UK for 3 years where she has made her home among the Polish community in Tooting, South West London.

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