Step-by-Step Kitchen Remodeling Guide

Kitchen Remodeling Orlando
Does your kitchen appear outdated? Does it seem filthy all the time despite endless cleaning every day? When you feel like kitchen remodeling is already necessary, hold on to that sledgehammer first and don’t knock down anything yet. It’s best to come up with a plan to ensure that the remodel goes smoothly.

Some people get away with DIY kitchen remodels. However, if you’re aiming for a kitchen that offers long-lasting beauty, efficiency, and durability, it is best to reach out to experts for assistance. It is also good to know the step-by-step kitchen remodeling process so you know what to expect.

Step 1: Find a Reliable Contractor
Once you have decided on a kitchen remodel, you must find a reliable contractor to work with. Ideally, these contractors must have a licensed business, a highly trained team, equipped with tools, and can source materials for the remodel at the same time. They will also help you create a layout plan, choose the materials and fixtures you need, and more.  

Step 2: Remove Items That Can Be Recycled or Reused
Remodeling a kitchen doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to scrape everything down to pieces and throw them away. There are items that can be recycled, donated, and even reused in your new kitchen. For instance, remove kitchen cabinets, drawers, light fixtures, and other usable features first before the demo.

Step 3: The Demolition
The contractor you hired can do this for you. However, if you’d like to try giving that hideous counter a huge blow just for satisfaction purposes, go for it! At this point, all appliances and features that can be recycled are already removed. Everything else that will be remodeled or replaced will go through the demo process.

Step 4: Electrical Wirings, Lighting, and Plumbing Replacement
One of the top reasons you should hire a contractor is because of the plumbing and electrical concerns that you may have to deal with. After demolition and before installation of new features during a kitchen remodel, old and damaged plumbing, electrical wiring, and lighting fixtures must already be fixed and replaced.

Step 5: Updating the Walls and Ceilings
Installation of dry walls, fixing the ceilings, paint jobs, and more tasks related to walls and ceilings are done at this point. Again, it is best to work with a knowledgeable contractor because installing drywall, tiles, and painting a kitchen area is not as simple as it seems.
Step 6: The Floors and Baseboards
It’s important to install baseboards and floors after you’re done with the walls and ceilings to avoid any damage. Of course, when you’re working on walls and ceilings, paint or other tools may fall down. You don’t want any damage like scratches and bumps happening to your brand new floors, don’t you?

Step 7: Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops
Cabinets for storage and countertops for working are very important parts of the kitchen. Make sure you create a layout plan for these features before installation because they’re pretty much permanent. Choose the colors for the cabinets and the best materials for kitchen countertops such as granite or quartz.

Step 8: Don’t Take Backsplashes for Granted
Especially when you’re using stone countertops for the kitchen, you may have to wait it out for a bit before installing the backsplash. This doesn’t mean you should do away with backsplashes because they play a very important role especially if you do a lot of cooking around your kitchen.

Step 9: Bring in the Fixtures and Appliances
The kitchen remodeling process is almost over! It’s now time to install hardware and fixtures such as the faucets and sink. Install and bring in all kitchen appliances too like the oven and range hood, refrigerators, microwave, and others.

Looking for a dependable kitchen remodel Orlando contractor? Stone World is the company to call! We have a team of extensively trained professionals who can help you transform your old kitchen to the kitchen of your dreams. We use the best quality materials and we take pride in exceptional workmanship. Best of all, our prices remain reasonable without sacrificing quality at all. We offer services in Maitland, Longwood, Sanford, Lake Mary, Clermont, and nearby areas. Call 407-341-4688 to get a free quote.