subject: A Step By Step Guide To The Kitchen Of Your Dreams [print this page] Finding the fitted kitchen of your dreams is not necessarily an easy task. Certainly there are many different contemporary, classic and traditional kitchens on the market, which have been put together to look fantastic, but sometimes you want a little more. And you are right to want more, your kitchen is not just a functional room, it is also an expression of your personality; its only right you should ensure that this important room is precisely how you want it. Outlined below is the simple way to achieve just that.
Step 1: do your research and plan your budget
To get an idea of what you want, do a little research. You can either visit kitchen showrooms or search the Internet to find ideas of what styles you may like. When you have an idea of the kind of installation you would like, you need to plan what your budget is likely to be. Its important to be realistic at this stage but remember, even if your budget is tight, with a careful planning at the design stage you can still achieve a fantastic look.
Step 2: arrange a design visit with a kitchen specialist
Once you have a style in mind and a budget sorted out, now is the time to employ a kitchen specialist. Contact a reputable supplier and installer, such as Kitchens UK, to help you get your ideas down on paper. Using their years of experience and computer aided design, Kitchens UK will be able provide detailed proposals for the installation based on your design choices and the size and shape of the room available.
Step 3: consider the proposed design carefully, offer your opinion & make changes
Consider your design carefully; this means examining whether you have the right options not just for big items like worktops, flooring and kitchen appliances, but also for the finer detail, such as cupboard door handles and taps. Once you are 100 per cent satisfied, you can arrange a start date for the work to begin.
Step 4: prepare the kitchen for the start date
The artisans responsible for your kitchen installation will have lots to do as they complete the work, so it is a good idea to ensure that when they start, your kitchen is ready for work to begin immediately. Ensure your kitchen is clutter free so the team installing your new work can begin work immediately.
Step 5: plan ahead while the work is in progress
Having a kitchen out of action is always an inconvenience, so it is best to plan for this. Perhaps arrange to dine with family or friends for a couple of nights, or treat the family to an evening meal out while the work is in progress. Although most of your kitchen items will be able to be used shortly after they are installed, it is always best to have a contingency plan while the work is being completed.
Once you have reached the end of these five simple steps, your new kitchen installation should be ready and will be the physical realisation of your dream. All that remains is for you now to make your installers one final cup of tea as thanks and to begin using your new, bespoke kitchen.
