Kitchen Remodeling Tip
A great kitchen remodeling tip will help out in all phases of any remodel project, big or small. One such tip to consider, is to install an ice-maker outlet box during the rough-in stage of framing. You can do a simple, small-scale demolition process in the wall right behind where the refrigerator will sit. Have your plumber install the box to the framing, and make the necessary plumbing connections. Once the drywall is installed and finished and the finish plate of the box set, the result is a finished-looking, easy-to-use connection for your ice maker. It will allow for easier repairs should any arise, and the ability for quick line connect/disconnect applications. Some other great kitchen remodeling tips would include: Do all necessary demo work at the beginning of the remodel. That way, you will have everything you don't want out of the way and out of your hair. Don't demo the kitchen on an "as is" basis. Do it all at the beginning. And, always keep the area clean of all debris after any demo, or even a small tear-out. You simply can work and maneuver better in an uncluttered environment.Paint behind cabinetry. Another great kitchen remodeling tip, is to do all the necessary prep, priming, and finish painting to the wall and ceiling space immediately above and around the cabinetry. Also, finish paint the wall where your range and refrigerator go as well. You do this to avoid the inevitable drips and brush marks on the cabinets if you were to paint after installation. By doing the painting before you install the cabinets, just a simple touch-up will suffice if needed.Dim the lights. Have your electrician put all lights on dimmers to acomodate the many different levels of brightness people seem to prefer when cooking versus eating.Professional wiring and plumbing. When any plumbing or electrical work is needed, get a professional to do these things not only for the obvious safety aspect, but for the necessary code requirements that pertain to most all remodeling projects from the mundane, to the exotic.Install venting in an exterior wall if possible. Situate your range on the exterior wall where you can vent from your new range hood you wish to install. With this simple step, you eliminate the need for any additional sofits, or other unnecessary costs.
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