The kitchen is the hottest room in your house, on several levels. It's the most popular room to renovate because of the return. Money you spend on upgrading or renovating your kitchen is money you can expect to see back with higher resale values. Whether you're building a kitchen for a new home, renovating an existing kitchen or doing a few updates on your kitchen, consider it all smart investments. The cost of your project can depend on many factors, including the size of the kitchen, the quality of materials and appliances and the complexity of the job. Comparing quotes from kitchen remodelers can give you a better idea of your labor costs and help with planning.
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Kitchen Countertops
Whether serving as tabletops for kitchen islands or covering your lower cabinets, countertops play a significant role in both the feel and functionality of your kitchen. Size and quality of materials tend to be the largest factors that affect cost. Commonly used countertop materials range from low to moderately priced laminate and Formica, to higher priced tile or stone, to solid surfaces such as Corian. Stainless steel and butcher block are also popular higher-priced options.Kitchen Floors
Here again, square footage and quality of materials will affect how much you'll pay for kitchen flooring. Also, be sure to factor in installation, which, depending on the materials used, can be your biggest flooring expense.The cheapest way to get something under your feet is to go with vinyl or linoleum. Sheet flooring is less expensive, not only because the materials are cheaper, but also because the installation is simple, and you can easily do it yourself.
Tile, stone, slate, or hardwood flooring in a kitchen is a beautiful, but more expensive approach. However, the initial costs may be worth it in the long run. These types of floors are more long lasting than a vinyl or linoleum floor, and are considered a better buy in terms of the increase in value of your home.