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http://pertamini.co/kitchen-renovation-budget/

Home renovations are a great way to give your house a new look and feel without having to up and move to another location. There are several types of home renovations that people do, but arguably the most popular is the kitchen.

Most of us spend at least a few hours most weeks cooking meals for ourselves or our families, so it makes sense to want to have a nice kitchen. However, a kitchen renovation or remodel can be a daunting and lengthy process. In an effort to help you out, we have decided to give you some tips for your next kitchen remodel.

Have a Budget

Before you ever start a remodel, you need to have a budget in mind. While you might have an idea to not spend a lot during the renovation, the costs can add up very quickly. Also, costs for a renovation can go from the low four figures, to well the high five figures (or beyond).

Because of this, it is very important to have a budget during the renovations, and stick to it. You should also be sure to consider how much equity in the home you are creating with the renovation, as that might help offset the cost if you plan on selling the home in the future.

Use Photogrammetry

Photogrammetry is the science of taking measurements from regular photographs. While it is largely used for mapping or 3D scanning, it also has a lot of value in the home renovation market, and can make the process of mapping out the floor plan and blueprint of your new kitchen.

Photogrammetry in manufacturing and in remodelling is a great tool as it will be able to measure the perfect size and/or dimensions for things like appliances, counters, cabinets and more. Also, there are pieces of software out there that make performing these measurements relatively simple and efficient.

Ensure You Have Enough Counter Space (But Not Too Much)

During a renovation, people often shift their focus to what appliances they are going to get, the colors of everything and what sorts of materials they are going to use. However, one thing that doesn’t get as much attention as it should is just how much counter space you should have in your kitchen.

It is very frustrating to not have enough counter space to get things done, but it is also annoying when you hardly use the counter space you have. You need to put some thought into how much you should have, and this will largely depend on how often you cook, how many counter-top appliances you have, and more.

Make Sure Your Appliances Match

While it technically won’t hurt the functionality of your home, having mismatched appliances in a brand new kitchen can be a bit of an eyesore. If you have a black fridge, a white dishwasher, a stainless steel stove and a blue microwave, your new kitchen won’t look as good as if you picked on color and stuck with it.

Thankfully, many manufacturers offer matching kitchen appliance packages to ensure that you can not only match, but also get all the appliances you need at a decent price. Of course, you should look to choose the color or shade that best mixes with the cupboards, countertops and flooring.

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http://worldinsidepictures.com/4-kitchen-renovation-and-remodelling-tips/

I’m terrified to write this post.  I’ve been putting it off for a long time, focusing on achievable projects like hallway rugs and closet makeovers, but I can’t wait forever.  It is time to do our kitchen renovation!

Where It’s Been

I can’t launch into any discussion of the future of our kitchen without reminding everyone how far it’s come.  Here is what it looked like when we first bought the place:

Yes, very yellow.  What isn’t pictured is the similarly very yellow wall scrunching in the space right next to where that picture was taken from.

We were doing several renovation improvements to the house before moving in, so we added on a few things to make the kitchen livable, like removing the walls to create an open floor plan, running our new bamboo floors into that space, and replacing the yellow counters.  For the blow-by-blow, I wrote up a whole post on this “half makeover.”

We also installed a temporary backsplash using renters wallpaper (still one of our most popular posts!) – a move I really can’t recommend enough for anyone who wants to update a renters kitchen, wants an interim solution, or wants an easy update.  It took an afternoon and has held up for nearly four years so far.

All this made a big difference and created a room where we’ve been happy to cook for the last several years.

However, as we’ve slowly worked on the rest of the house this has gone from one of the nicer rooms to one of the worst.  A lot of the things that we didn’t take care of in that half makeover are bugging me more and more.  It’s time to take them on!

Where It’s Going

We don’t have the 100% finalized plan for the kitchen (we’ll create that as we go) but we do have a good idea of what we want and an excellent idea of what we hate about the current set up.

The good news is that we like the layout of the kitchen.

The sink, fridge, and stove form a nice triangle, the dishwasher is near the sink, and the main counter workspace is right between the fridge and the stove.  So we don’t have plans to change that, meaning that we can keep most of the current cabinets and save a ton of money.

However, we do want to get new appliances.  We already replaced the dishwasher recently when the original one broke, but the stove and fridge, while working OK for now, need to go for ones that are more efficient and more attractive.  The current fridge is probably my least favorite part of this current kitchen.  It is big, beige, and the main thing you see when you look in that direction from either the living room or dining room.

It also juts out far past the cabinets.  I know that is normal in some cases but I. hate. it.

Both will be replaced with stainless steel, and we’ll get a counter-depth fridge and frame it in so that it looks like it is the right size for the space.

As I mentioned, we’re saving a lot by keeping most of our cabinets, but that doesn’t mean they’re not going to change a lot.  The wood looks OK in some of these photos, but really it is chipping in a lot of places.  And did I mention the handles installed right in the middle of the doors?

We’re not sure on the exact plan yet – painting, refacing, a combination – but trust me they will look very different.

And there will need to be fixes along the way, like our corner/lazy-susan cabinet which falls off of it’s hinge every other day.

We’re also going to have to demo some of them.  The pantry wall will have to go if we’re going to fit in a wider and shallower fridge.

And that’s really OK, because this storage isn’t working at all.  The cabinet is narrow and deep, impossible to keep organized and to get things out of.

I really want to take it down and replace it with something with sliding drawers so that we can access our food better.  So the overall plan is to keep the main set of cabinets but then totally replace everything on this wall.

Aesthetically, we’re still figuring out all of the details (that is part of the fun, doing that as we go) but we do know some of what we want.  Brad already vetoed my plan to paint our cabinets bright yellow, so we’ll be doing something a little more reasonable/timeless.

I’m thinking we’ll remove the cabinet right above the stove so we can put in a nice hood, and pick out some fun, statement tile to liven up a more neutral cabinet choice.  We’ll also replace the bare-bulb light that is currently over the sink.

So that’s the plan!  I can’t promise that this will go quickly or smoothly.  If you know me at all, you can bet this will take a long time, with some starts and stops along the way.

Any Advice?

We’re still pretty early in this planning, so now is the time to share any words of wisdom you have on the renovation, or any ideas/suggestions based on our layout.  I’m sure I’ll ask for thoughts along the way, but I’d love to hear any ideas you have now!

And wish me luck!

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http://tracking.feedpress.it/link/9196/8942706

Installing a sump pump in your basement will help you keep the water levels in your basement manageable. By installing a sump pump, you will be able to remove any water that’s been accumulated in a sump basin.

Sump pumps are largely helpful especially if your basement is prone to flooding during heavy rain. In order to ensure that your sump pump will work properly, you’ll need to take some measures in installing it in your basement. Before that, you also have to prepare your basement for the installation. So what do you need to know?

Water Channeling

The first step to installing your sump pump is to determine where the water is and how it can reach your pump. In order to do that, you’ll need to see how well the excess water will reach the well where your pump will be installed. You can do this two ways: via a French drain below your basement’s floor, or to make your basement floor slanted so that the water collects inside the well.

Safety First

Prior to installation, determine if any existing electric lines will be affected. Since you’re going to be dealing with water, make sure to disconnect all electrical connections in your basement.

Location

If you don’t already have a sump well installed, then you’ll need to install one to have your sump pump drain the water more effectively. Determine where to best place both the well and pump, as well as where the pump leads. So you’ve collected the water, where will you drain it to? You can opt to send it outside to your garden, a ditch, or your lawn. You can also have it routed to a sewer drain. Wherever it goes, make sure that it routes away from homes so that it doesn’t become a bother to you or your neighbors.

Measurement

Basements have varying sizes, so your pump’s size will also vary depending on the amount of free space you have in yours. Measure the following:

• Height of pump discharge to the discharge pipe
• Length of required discharge pipe

Once you have these measurements, you’ll have an idea of what size of pump you’ll need to get. Once you have a pump, the hole you’ll dig in your basement needs to be 10 inches wider and 6 inches deeper than the size of the pump. The half of those six inches should be filled with gravel. Secure the pump with more gravel around it, until only a few inches at the top are visible.

Electric Outlet

The next important thing is that your sump pump needs to be located near an electric outlet to keep it running. If there are no outlets near where you’re planning to install your sump pump, have a professional electrician install an outlet. There is a recommended distance between a sump pump and the necessary outlet, so make sure that any available outlet fits the requirements. If not, have a new one installed.

Another important thing to note is that heavy rains come with the risk of a power outage. In that event, make sure that your sump pump has a backup power source as that’s when you’ll need it to be working the most.

Here are some more tips to prepare your basement for a sump pump installation:

• Plan where the pump will discharge the water. If necessary, prepare any pipes or holes where these pipes will go to.
• Routinely make sure that your sump pump is working properly by checking if the water distance from the top of the pump is 6 inches or more. If it’s at that level, you’ll need professional help.
• Check any potential blockages between your pump and where the water will be discharged.
• Route the discharge away from your house or the water will just go back to your basement.

Conclusion

Preparing your basement for the installation of a sump pump may require a bit of renovation, depending on what measures to prevent flooding you already have in place. If you have a sump well installed already, then you’ll need to prepare less. But a sump pump will not work without a well, so make sure to have one installed too. Don’t forget to plan carefully to prevent any more renovation for your basement than is necessary.

Source

https://www.toolversed.com/blog/prepare-sump-pump-basement-renovation/

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http://1025kiss.com/once-upon-a-time-in-lubbock-handy-dan-home-improvement-center/

As I mentioned last week, I am in the process of renovating and redecorating our apartment. Everything we own is about 15 years old and falling apart. One of the biggest pieces to this puzzle is redoing our kitchen, which you can see in the photo above.

No, that is not just a part of our kitchen. That’s the whole thing. I will pull back so you can see for yourself.

If the kitchen was any smaller, we would not be able to fit a sink in there. The funny thing is, this isn’t even the smallest kitchen I’ve had in Manhattan. In one apartment, we had a stove and a fridge just sitting there in the hallway. No cabinets, whatsoever. We all kept our food in our bedrooms. That’s NYC living for you.

What can be done to such a tiny kitchen? I’m hoping, quite a bit.

First step in any home renovation project is making a mood board, figuring out what appeals to you, and then sharing them with everyone else involved. In my case, that’s Emma Beryl from Home Polish.

I also need buy-in from Mike, but he cares more about functionality than design. Like, I don’t really need to talk countertop material with him, but he’s going to want to weigh in on the size of our fridge. Or whether we have a single or double sink. (After 15 years with a double, we’ve learned we only use one side and can stick with a single. We also have never turned on the garbage disposal once, so we don’t need that either.)

Since we are dealing with such a small space, I want our new kitchen to look simple, modern and streamlined,  but I wasn’t sure what that entailed exactly. What materials? What appliances? What colors? After spending about an hour on Pinterest, it all became very, very clear. I started to notice common themes in the photos I was pinning— like marble slab waterfall counter tops that are counter height with wood pockets for stools underneath. How’s that for specific?

Currently, our counter is two levels, so for the past ten years, Mike and I have had a silent battle over whether our kitchen clutter belongs at the counter height (that’s where I like it because it’s more hidden) or the bar height (that’s where Mike likes it because then he has more space to cook.) Having everything at counter height instead of two levels puts an end to that battle completely and also looks much cleaner, which will hopefully deter us from putting anything on there at all. Wishful thinking, I know.

Emma also pointed out that all the kitchen photos I pinned had no hardware on the cabinets, a pretty major detail that I didn’t even notice.

So, without further ado, here are 8 photos that are inspiring our kitchen renovation and why I gravitated to them…

1. I like how everything is simple, white and streamlined.

Source: Leibal

2. That’s the marble slab waterfall countertop I was talking about.

Source: Nicole Franzen

3. I love the wooden pocket for the stools.

Source: Style at Home

4. See how clean it is when none of the cabinets have any hardware?

Source: My Modern House

5. I like how this space maximizes cabinets and drawers underneath the counter. Plus the blonde wood is pretty gorgeous.

Source: Blog Lovin’

6. I like the mixture of modern white and rustic wood.

Source: Blog Lovin’

7. I love the playful lighting with the hard modern space.

Source: Trendland

8. Uhhhhh…I think Mazzy threw this one into my Pinterest board when I wasn’t looking.

Source: Toxel

So, what do you guys think? Do you like this direction? Do you think it will work in my kitchen? Will Emma and I be able to pull it off in my teeny tiny space??? Stay tuned!

If you’d like to follow my home decorating journey on Pinterest, you can follow along here.

Source

http://www.mommyshorts.com/2018/04/8-photos-inspiring-kitchen-renovation.html