Close to 8 million homeowners will choose to remodel their kitchens this year. Most homeowners are remodeling because they are looking to not only update their kitchen, but because they are looking for a kitchen that helps their household function better. We felt it was important to point out a few key things that will help you in getting the kitchen you want.

• Pick a reputable company - It is important to make sure you find a company who has been around and has a quality reputation. You will want to look for one that has a longstanding business history. It’s not hard to see a business’ background in your community these days by researching online.  
• Take advantage of storage solutions - You will want to personalize your storage and become familiar with the different unique storage ideas that are available to use in your kitchen. Remember, the kitchen is about form AND function. Meaning it’s supposed to look amazing AND make you more organized.
•  Understand how color affects the look of your kitchen - Using lighter colored woods such as maple and oak may make your kitchen appear larger. Darker woods often take on the look of furniture. Many times it’s more than just a personal preference. It can change the actual look and feel of your kitchen.
•  Understand wood species and what you like – Study up on what wood species you will want to purchase, and what the differences are. We give you a great guide here
• Understand the difference between stock, semi-custom, and custom -  Buying custom doesn’t necessarily mean more expensive.  When using a reputable cabinet manufacturer such a Brakur Custom Cabinetry you are getting better quality.  To learn the differences click here.
•  Know and understand the construction of your cabinet box - Look for cabinet boxes that are more than ½ inch thick and use dovetail joints in the drawer boxes. Many times consumers only pay attention to what’s visible, and not what the foundation of the cabinets and materials are made of.
•  Choose a company that manufactures its cabinets locally - The service you receive will be quicker and should a problem arise, they can more efficiently handle it.  The surest way to extend the time to complete your project is to have to wait for cabinets to be shipped across country, especially when it’s most critical.
• Recycle your old cabinets- Many people aren’t aware but places such as Habitat For Humanity take donations and will often resell or use your old cabinets in the homes they are building.  If this is something you want to do make sure you let the person removing your cabinets know well ahead of time.

By using a company such as Brakur Custom Cabinetry you can have the confidence that you are getting a good quality cabinet that will hold up over time. We will coach you through the entire process and make it a pleasing and successful experience for you.