Paint Solutions That Will Cut Kitchen Remodel Costs

Before diving into a kitchen remodel, you’re likely thinking of all of the ways in which you can cut costs, while still ending up with the kitchen of your dreams. So what are homeowners doing to save money? One of the most popular cost-cutting trends is salvaging the existing kitchen cabinets.

 

One way to salvage old and outdated cabinets is to add a coat of paint. It’s a great way to save money, as cabinets are one of the most expensive features to replace. However, before you green light your cabinet painting project, it’s important to consider the current finish and quality of your cabinets, the design of your kitchen and the overall style of your home.

 

In many cases homeowners want to brighten up their kitchen and the easiest step in achieving that goal is to paint the walls and cabinets. However, if your home features beautiful dark wood moldings and trim throughout, painting your matching dark wood cabinets white, may not be the most appropriate design choice. Additionally, keep future buyers in mind when making this decision. Ultimately you want to be adding value to your kitchen, not taking away value. So if you already have beautiful cherry wood cabinets for example, find out if this could be a selling point in your home before they’re covered in paint.

 

After considering overall style and your desired aesthetic for your kitchen, it’s time to choose a paint color.  If you’re looking for a bright and light kitchen you’re probably leaning toward white, however remember that there are hundreds of shades of white. Take your time deciding what color you’re going to go with. Place swatches on the faces of your cabinets for a few days to help solidify your decision.

 

Keep in mind that cabinets can become dirty quickly and your white cabinets will reveal dirt and grime much quicker and easier than dark wood. Choose either a semi-gloss or gloss finish for your cabinets since they are easy to clean.

 

If you’re considering painting your kitchen cabinets it’s also important to know that it’s not an easy DIY project. Passing this project off to a professional will ensure that your cabinets will look the best that they can with a fresh coat of paint. At J. Pallarino Painting we are happy to provide a painting consultation and make specific recommendations based on your cabinets and design needs. For more information or for pricing information click here for a quote.