Kitchens are one of the areas of the house that receive the highest use, and also the most foot traffic. Over times these areas can become worn and dated faster than other areas of the house, so it’s no surprise that a little attention will go a long way. For your next kitchen renovation contact Find-a-builder. We are the Brisbane trade team who supply the best tradesmen in the business and today we share 4 areas to refurbish in your kitchen to make a big impact in both functionality and style.  

1)    Countertops and Benches

Homeowners wanting to replace their kitchen benches or create more surface area have a range of materials to choose from including laminate, stainless steel, and solid surface countertops. Laminate is generally the most affordable option and is composed of different layers, while solid surfaces benches like Avonite are made with one material throughout and generally middle range in terms of price. Classy stone and stainless steel surfaces make up the top end choices for kitchen surfaces. Most of these surfaces are available in a range of colours to complement existing décor and colour schemes.

2)    Splashbacks

Whether you stick with traditional white tiles, or go for something a little bit more adventurous, renovated splashbacks including glass and acrylic materials can add the ‘wow’ factor and make a huge difference when creating contemporary, stylish kitchen. Since splashback areas can appear worn and even grubby over time, refreshing this area with new easy clean and modern options will a big impact in terms of the looks of your kitchen.

3)    Tiles and Flooring

New flooring options can go a long way to bring your kitchen into the 21st century, with a range of different options available depending on budget. When looking to renovate flooring it pays to invest in durable, easy clean and moisture resistant surfaces in this highly used area of the home. Other considerations include the underfoot comfort of the flooring and of course the looks and style you are looking to achieve. Hardwood flooring, laminate and tiles are the most popular flooring options used in kitchens.

4)    Cabinets and Fittings

Kitchen cabinets represent a fantastic opportunity to increase the functionality of your kitchen with cupboards that are deeper, have more shelves, or simply including fittings with more drawers. If you are happy with your existing layout and space, replacing doors and handles instead of entire fixtures can go a long way to overhaul the appearance of a kitchen for a fraction of the cost of entirely new cabinets. Other options for kitchen fittings include deep large drawers for oversized pots and pans, and above-stove exhaust fans installed above the cooktop.

To transform a tired and tatty kitchen consider starting with these four areas of the kitchen, where a number of approaches that can be taken depending on your personal taste and budget. Get more out of your kitchen with the help with the help of Find-a-builder, the trade supply team who coordinate and create functional and stylish renovations across Brisbane. Call us today 1300 726 806

The numbers definitely don’t lie and when it comes to the official figures it’s clear that Aussies and Queenslanders were definitely tuning in. We’re talking about the rating juggernauts of both My Kitchen Rules, and channel Ten’s long running MasterChef which according to projected figures for 2013/2014 from the Housing Industry Association (HIA), have inspired people to get excited about food again and head back into the kitchen.

Like most workspaces, to work effectively you need a well-designed space to work in from the outset. When it comes to the kitchen this means having adequate bench space to prepare different meal components at the same time, while at the same time paying attention to the way you can move around the area.

Here at Find a Builder, kitchen renovations continue to be one of our most common and popular renovation projects after many people look around their existing kitchen and realise that they could be getting more out of it. Combine this with the fact that many Aussies are getting inspired about food again, perhaps due the popularity of high rating cooking programmes, and we’re seeing even more of a demand for kitchen renovations in Brisbane.

Updating your kitchen can mean many things depending on your tastes and preferences. As well as updating the look with more modern fixtures and fittings, there should always be a focus on increased practicality in your new kitchen space.

We encourage all our clients thinking about kitchen renovations to consider what their current limitations are in their kitchen space which we can advise the various options to correct this. Kitchens are one of the most important and frequently used areas of the home, this means that they need to work well for you. Do your meals justice in a space you look forward to working in!

So stop searching for the right people to help with your next renovation project – you’ve found them.  Find a Builder in Brisbane have access to some of the best tradesmen in the industry, with extensive experience in kitchen remodelling and renovations. For more information call our friendly team on 1300 166 101 today.