How to Remodel Your Kitchen and Bath on a Budget

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Since kitchen and bath remodeling is a costly affair, many peoplefind it extremely difficult to get a well designed look within moderate means.But you can definitely go in a cost-effective way by following some simplerules which will give you your dream kitchen as well as fit in your budget.

If you are willing to remodel your kitchen and bathroom but yourfinances are not permitting to turn that dream into a reality; here is goodnews for you. Though kitchen and bathroom remodeling is quite an expensive homeimprovement project, but still it can be accomplished without breaking thebank. All it requires is little imagination, planning and old but good equity.Here are few ideas that would help you set go:

Decide on your budget first: Make a list of the items you want toreplace in your kitchen and bathroom. If you have plans to do it all yourselfthen you can stretch your budget and fit it quite a few things, but if you aregoing with professional home remodelers orinteriordecorators, be sure to include professional fees.

Compare prices: Materials are available in all range of prices, socheck out various options ranging from budget friendly to high end, and findout what works for you. Compare the prices, and do not forget to ask fordiscounts.

Planning: You can take both the kitchen and bathroom remodelingall together or one project at a time. It will depend on your budget. For bathroomremodeling, paint is an inexpensive and easy option. Changing the towel bar oryour vanity hardware are great ways to add that visual impact, keeping up withbudget. Bathroom tiles also vary in prices and available in variety of designs.You can renovate your old floor with stick tiles and add a countertop for afresh look. Adding a chair rail also give your bathroom an instant facelift. Ifyou can stretch your budget then you can opt for new fixtures. If your bathtubis old and an eyesore for you, then a stylish bathtub can add a visual appeal.Now coming to kitchen, we know that it can carry a large price tag. Start byprioritizing the areas that needs work most. May be its the color of thecabinets or the faucets. May be your sink is outdated and you need a new one.Perhaps the countertops need to be expanded to allow you more space for cookingand the list goes on. Make a priority list keeping in mind your budget. If youwant expensive cabinets, then place it on top of your priority list and see ifyour budget allows other items too that you want. Yourkitchen and bath renovationservice provider mayprovide you thousands of designs and options to choose from. Ask foralternatives to remain within budget.

Hire alicensedremodeling contractoralways: If you are notready to take on this overwhelming work, then hiring an expert would be a goodchoice. It is always better to go with a licensed remodeling contractor. Talkto your friends, neighbors and family and list down names of possiblekitchen and bath remodelers a in your area orneighborhood.