Have you ever gone to buy a new stove, gotten it home, and suddenly realized that the stove is 1/16-inch too big? It’s tantalizingly close to being the right size, but you just know that if you try to force it, you will wind up damaging either the stove, the countertop, or both. The same principle applies to having a full kitchen remodel. And, the problems include details other than incorrectly measuring. Read on to learn about what not to do.
Not Planning for Enough Counter Space
Even the most spacious counter can become cluttered if you have a lot of gadgets. You have to find a place for the coffee maker, bread machine, electric can opener, microwave oven, air fryer, and toaster. You could have an appliance garage built into the kitchen. A wider counter is also a possibility, or you could do both.
Too Little Storage
In addition to needing enough space for your gadgets, you’re also going to need space for flatware, baking items, dishes, pots and pans, and other items that you need in your kitchen. Be sure to plan for slightly more space than you need, which will not only allow you to get more items but will also keep you from having to cram things together.
Forgetting Ergonomics
You have to leave enough space for people to move around. For example, there’s no reason to have a breakfast nook that won’t accommodate anyone bigger than a 6-year-old. Additionally, the kitchen has to be the right size for you. You don’t want cabinets so high that you need a ladder. It’s also poor design to have things so low that you have to stoop. Having the layout “go with the flow” of work just makes good sense, too. “Fridge to sink” is a good method so that you can move along the countertop as you complete tasks rather than moving back and forth.
Not Planning for Doors and Drawers
You don’t just have to leave room for people navigating within the kitchen. There also has to be space to open drawers and appliance doors without causing unnecessary traffic snarls. In addition, you don’t want to have to reach into the back of a drawer from an awkward angle because you can’t open a drawer all the way.
Call in the Experts
Because experts always measure before working, you can count on their combination of savvy and experience when it comes to your kitchen remodel. For that reason, they will be sure to discuss everything with you before they even start so that you can avoid dealing with any flaws in design or workmanship.
When it’s time to speak to someone about redoing your kitchen, contact our team at Copperleaf Cabinets in Sarasota, FL.