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HOME GARDEN

How to Invest Smartly in Kitchen Makeover

Whether you’re considering the resale value or looking for features that can transform your house into a dream home, some elements of home design make a big impact on your lifestyle. While some changes are purely cosmetic, others affect how your home functions. If you’re considering selling, these features hold major allure for buyers. If you’re planning to put down roots, you’ll wonder how you lived without them.

Every household and region is different, so a feature that’s absolutely essential for a new home in Florida might be a lesser priority in Colorado high country. When it comes to these interior features, many are willing to spend thousands of dollars above the price of the home to have them included. Here are a few of the most popular.

The Heart of Your Home:

Dine-in Kitchens –

When it comes to homes, the kitchen is where all life comes together. My mother always used to say that the greatest thing you can do for your family is to cook for them. This is the central collecting spot within the house. If you can’t enjoy being within your own kitchen, you should at least look beyond its initial appearance and try to imagine the kinds of potential it may have.

New Appliances –

Few things please home buyers as much as new appliances in the kitchen, and 40% of people asked were willing to spend almost another $2,000 to get them, according to the USA Today figures. If you decide to install new appliances, keep all your manuals together. They contain important warranty information that you or your buyer may need to know.

Stainless Steel Finishes –

When you buy those new appliances, look for a steely shine. Unlike the pink appliances of the 1950s or the harvest gold and avocado hues of the 1970s, the sleek, professional look of stainless steel appliances never goes out of style. The surfaces are also easy to keep clean, a key feature for families with kids.

Kitchen Islands –

Everyone appreciates additional counter space, and a great way to get it is with a kitchen island. A simple island that offers a storage room and counter space is good, but one that adds an extra sink or time saving appliances is even better. A narrow galley kitchen may not have room for an island, but in larger rooms, the middle of the floor is wasted space. Fill it with an island and get more functionality from your kitchen.

Granite Counters –

The trend in home decor has leaned toward natural finishes, and that includes kitchen and bathroom counters. Natural granite or slate has tremendous visual appeal to visitors in your home. Not only does your counter appear to be cleaner, but it is also easier to wipe down and disperse messes big and small.

Solar Tubes –

Natural light is as important as natural surfaces in the modern home, and with solar tubes, sunlight becomes a feature. Light tubes are more sophisticated than simple skylights and maximize available light. buyers and it will wear beautifully in your dream home.

Wood Flooring –

Like granite counters in the kitchen, natural wood flooring elsewhere in the house is a major selling point. Wood has a warmth and richness that no other material can provide, and it’s available in a wide range of styles, finishes, and prices. Homebuyers in the study were willing to pay over $2,000 more for custom wood flooring.

Storage –

Whether it’s under the stairs, in a hall closet, or above the refrigerator, storage is a strong selling point. Nobody ever regrets having too much storage.

With the right tools, your ideal home is just within reach. Dinner parties, social gatherings, and family dinners will all take place in a cozy environment the whole family can enjoy. The right features make all the difference when you’re customizing your ideal new home in Florida or where ever you and your family decide to settle down. Beyond value, they’ll add enduring beauty for years to come.

Joe Maillet
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JOE MAILLET

Joe Maillet is an avid reader and a writer by heart. He is an author, freelance writer and a contributor writer, who write articles and blogs for various leading online media publications and for CEO and entrepreneurs from across the world. He keeps himself updated with the latest marketing trends and always recognized in the industry for providing solutions to B2B and B2C businesses.