Our Tips for a Successful Kitchen Renovation

Are you thinking about renovating your kitchen? You may have already decided that it’s time to upgrade, but aren’t sure where to start.

You may have heard that home renovations can be stressful and expensive, but they don’t have to be with Aussie Cut! Here are some tips to make your kitchen renovation go as smoothly as possible.

Get your kitchen renovation started off on the right foot with these pointers!

Plan your Dream Kitchen

This is the fun part! You finally get to make your dream kitchen come true and now is the time to work out exactly how you want it to be. Take the time to sit down and really think about what your dream kitchen looks like. What kind of style do you want? What appliances do you need? How much storage do you need? Once you have a good idea of what you want, you can start planning your budget and timeline.

Have fun designing your new space while staying within budget by following these simple tips.

• Be sure to include all the different elements that will go into your new kitchen so you can get a good idea of the estimated cost. Include everything; new cabinets, countertops, lighting fixtures, handles and more.
• It’s always better to overestimate than underestimate, since over-budgeting is easier than going over.
• Don’t forget other aspects of your renovation such as paint colour or updates to appliances.
• Try not to get overwhelmed with all the ideas on Pinterest or elsewhere online – they are only inspirations and may not fit in with your needs!
• If you still feel uncertain, ask yourself questions like; ‘how does this layout work for my family’? or ‘what colors would look best in my home’? These might help narrow down the many decisions to just one!

Select Your Materials
The biggest transformation your kitchen will undergo during the renovation is your kitchen cabinetry and benchtop. These elements introduce your kitchen before you even notice appliances or lighting fixtures. Decide if you prefer glossy or matte finishes and pay attention to whether or not the materials are water resistant and scratch resistant.

Decide if you want to go with the budget friendly benchtop option of laminate, or if you want to splash out on natural stone. Aussie Cut supplies high quality laminate benchtops and we do not distribute stone but we can design your kitchen plan to accomodate this. There are even environmentally friendly options available now that are safe for your family, pets, and the environment! The laminate board we supply here at Aussie Cut is Australian Made and one of the highest quality and safest options on the market.

Measure Twice, Cut Once.
When it comes to planning a kitchen renovation, measuring your space is one of the first tasks to cross off the list. Measurements of your kitchen are essential in order to obtain an accurate quote and begin the renovation process. When finalising your plans, we recommending measuring a second time to ensure accurate dimensions so that no -recuts will be required. You might find our guide for check measuring a useful resource.

Be Patient Throughout the Process
A kitchen renovation is a big undertaking. It can be disruptive, messy, and stressful. But it can also be exciting, inspiring, and transform your home into the kitchen of your dreams. The key to a successful renovation is being patient with the process.

Here are five final tips to help you get through the kitchen renovation process:

– Get organized: Take some time before the project starts to set up an organizing system. Get a good idea of how you will be using your new kitchen and store everything accordingly during the renovation process.  It will make life so much easier when you start cooking again!

– Plan ahead: If possible, plan out what you want in advance. Make sure everything fits structurally in your space before breaking ground on demolition. This is because if something is wrong, it could significantly delay the entire project.

– Be prepared: Whether it be meal prepping for while you won’t have a kitchen or ordering delivery services to have ready-made food, thinking ahead will save you money and stress while your kitchen is being renovated.

-Designate a place for clutter: Have somewhere ready where all your materials and supplies will go after they’re unpacked from the delivery truck so there’s no clutter throughout the house during assembly and install.

1. Order Online:
   You can now use our online ordering system – goCabinets – to design your project from start to finish and send your order straight to our factory with just one click. Whether you are looking for your very own flat pack kitchen or to simply order a few stand-alone cabinets, goCabinets gives you complete control to design and order your Aussie Cut renovation. Order online HERE.
2. Submit a Contact Form:
   Head over to our contact page to submit an enquiry about your renovation.
3. Call or Email our Friendly Team:
   To discuss any of our products, from kit kitchens to commercial furniture, please contact us at either of our branches.
4. Head into a Showroom:
   Visit one of Aussie Cut’s factories in Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast. Both our Brendale and Baringa branches feature showrooms, and display just some of the great products Aussie Cut have to offer.