Kitchen upgrade needed BAD!~
I want to redo my kitchen.. Its circa 1960.. I want to use white subway tile.. I also want it to be clean and fresh looking. Quartz countertops, tile floor.. new appliances( except for the fridge.. ) .. I would like some advise please! Thanks (without breaking me!!)
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Could you please provide pictures of the other two walls?
Repaint & get new knobs. Subway tile would be a nice addition. I would consider getting estimates for complete replacement of cabinets since some are in need of repair.
Before saying yes or no, you need to look at the cabinets to see how much damage was done when they were removed (do you have to remove them yourself?). Also, look at the cabinet sizes as many older cabinets were built in large sections which may be more difficult to reconfigure than newer sets. Used cabinets sets require significantly more labor to use by the time you redesign, shorten, lengthen, create new end panels, take off extra filler pieces, etc
I love remodels, get me a flight and a room. We can do it in a few days.......we will be the spin on HOUZZ
Your kitchen melysel definitely needs a complete gut. There are lots of amazing and talented people here on Houzz, I think you should try to find someone local that you trust, to help you get the job done right the first time.
In the interim, you should set a budget for this renovation, have a style and inspiration photo in mind and then decide on the designer your going to hire to help you bring your vision to fruition.
I'd start my budget at 25K but be prepared to go to $50K depending upon your style and taste. Don't forget your contingency - if your home hasn't been touched since 1960, your going to need minimum 15% contingency for those unforeseens!
Good Luck to you!
and the room. the above budget seem right 25-30k if all is being replaced.. there are cost saving ideas.
I'll share those on the drive form the airport
You can ask a countertop shop to give you an estimate on the cost of new quartz countertops. Take your photos and measurements in. They'll be able to give you a ballpark estimate. It will be several thousand dollars. Also ask for an estimate with Formica laminate. That'll give you an upper and lower limit to the costs of just the countertop.
Then take your photos and measurements to a flooring shop and ask for a ballpark estimate for basic tile such as Daltile or American Olean (they own Daltile brandname, too) and for sheet vinyl, too.
A handyman can tell you if the cabinets can be repaired for a reasonable amount of money (I'm guessing the screw holes for the hinges are shot, so resetting the hinges might be an option). If they can't be repaired, then you need to decide what your priorities will be in your budget. You can make trades: buy the quartz countertop and install press-and-stick vinyl floor tiles yourself. Buy used stainless appliances and a new sink with new faucet. Reuse the garbage disposal unit. Paint the over-range vent hood.
I think you have a really good kitchen for a refacing candidate. It's a great way to save you money on your remodel, while providing you with the new doors, drawers, hinges, pulls and more. You can even put in glass doors with lighting to show of your nice glassware. Here is a link so you can learn more about the process- http://www.granitetransformations.com/southjersey/cabinet-refacing-page
I've attached a picture of an antique, white cabinetry that I think would look great in your kitchen. You could consider a darker cabinetry for your island and still use the table top.
I like the idea of choosing a white subway tile for your backsplash. Here is a link to a few samples you might like- http://www.granitetransformations.com/southjersey/products/mosaic-tiles/colors/subway/
I'd recommend using a 12x12 tile for the flooring. A natural slate might be nice.
Good luck with your remodel. You should post before and after photos once the job is completed!
I would suggest the Refacing process. You will save about 50% than the classic remodeling. You will receive new doors and the exposed areas will match the new doors with real wood veneer. You can google "cabinet refacing" and you will have some contractors available in your area. Thank you and I hope you have a great remodeling project :)
there are before and after pictures attached of the refacing project.
I apologize if I do not know how to rotate the pictures just yet!
I don't know the American market but in the UK houses often sell just as well without a new kitchen as people here like to see £££ ($$$) potential in doing them up... Unless of course you are aiming for the exclusive market purchaser who may want everything up to the fan lights...
That said, I agree with Gary Finley's suggestion above. Paint the bases yourself and purchase doors pre-painted -- a style with inset beadboard or a shaker style would look nice too. When I built my last house, I saved $400 by not having my bathroom cabinets prepainted. Not only wasn't it worth the money I saved, but I was never happy with the finish I achieved and I eventually gave up. If it were me, I would save money in other places - e.g., less expensive light fixture, knobs, appliances, etc.
$800 update:
$25: repair cabinet hinge installation, soak hinges in trisodium phosphate to remove old paint, install new cabinet door catches as needed, replace switch for garbage disposal, remove remaining wood framing of old soffit, remove pot rack over sink
$175: paint
$200 for 200 square feet of peel and stick vinyl tile.
$100 for new light fixture.
$120 for two roll out shelves for pots under cooktop.
$100 new kitchen faucet
$80 contingency
$1500 update as above, but install sheet vinyl flooring.
$2500 update as above, add $1000 for new laminate countertops and subway tile backsplash
$4000 update, as above, add stainless steel dishwasher, cooktop, oven, sink.