If your kitchen is hopelessly outdated and your bathrooms are the 70’s dream, then it sounds like you’re in need of an update. However, as much you would love dropping $50,000 on a complete overhaul, that just isn’t realistic. Well, we are here to tell you that if you follow these money saving tips you can get the kitchen and/or bathroom of your dreams with some major savings.
Don’t Do a Complete Remodel
If the room doesn’t need to be completely gutted, then a good way to cut costs is to refurbish what you already have. You would be amazed what staining cabinetry, replacing old drawer handles and knobs, and refacing molding can do for out of date kitchen. Plus, refinishing cabinets can save you up tp 50% compared with the cost of buying new cabinets. You can also cut costs by purchasing materials yourself.
Pick Quality Midgrade Materials
We know that people love nothing more than picking that premium tile that costs $10 a sq ft. However, if you have a budget to stick to that may not be a viable option. Picking premium options or materials can raise the cost of your remodeling project substantially. However, you don’t want something you are going to have to replace in a year. So try to pick something that isn’t too expensive but will last.
Do Demo Day Yourself
In order to reduce hours your contractor will need to put into demo what you are getting rid of, a good way to save money is to do some of
DIY, With Limits
If you are feeling confident, a good way to save money is to do the job on your own. However, this can lead to future headaches so be careful and know what your limits are. For major home improvement projects, you will want to hire a professional to do the work for you and ensure that it is done properly.