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How to Best Utilize a Small Kitchen?

Maximizing your Kitchen Space and Storage

Big kitchens are something that many people want and need. Unfortunately, not everyone has that luxury in terms of size. Having a small kitchen can seem difficult, but with the proper design ideas and consultations with professionals, it doesn’t have to feel small. Luckily, Redo Cabinets By Krumewiede is a kitchen expert, so we know how to best utilize a small kitchen for your business or home! We’ve tackled numerous remodeling projects, utilizing quality materials and cabinet accessories such as wood and laminate for kitchen cabinets, as well as expert design skills to maximize storage space and the potential of your small kitchen. We’ve put together the tips below, keeping your needs in mind, so you can make the most of your space, including how to create a countertop, paint or stain your cabinets, and find a place for everything in your house!

Choose Light Colors

There are tons of different colors and finishes for cabinets that you can paint your kitchen cabinets. However, dark colors are not what most company designers and homeowners recommend for small spaces. Dark colors can make rooms feel smaller, so in a small kitchen, it can really close off the area. On the other hand, light colors typically make a space feel more open. This top idea is perfect for smaller kitchens; white and light grey cabinets can make the space feel much bigger. Cabinet painting is an excellent solution to enhance the appearance of your kitchen, providing both aesthetic benefits and sticking to your project budget.

Expand Your Storage

Storage options are very important for the kitchen, and it may feel like you don’t have enough storage in a small kitchen. Luckily, there are plenty of options to increase your storage capabilities with the help of installation professionals. You can install things like built-in spice racks, shelving, and closet organizers to make your collection easier to use and store. Being able to use every inch of your cabinet boxes, drawers, and other storage types can help in a small kitchen. Things like lazy susans in your cabinets or creative shelf solutions for your garage can make them much easier to use. Also, turning the lower cabinets into drawer stacks can make the space much easier and more efficient. Take advantage of other organization tools like sorting trays and dividers. With a little elbow grease and some organization, a small kitchen can hold a ton of things and make your life easier by reducing clutter.

Utilize Your Vertical Space

Many small kitchens actually have lots of roof space. To make the most out of your kitchen, expand your cabinets upwards! Some ceilings even have the space to put a small cabinet over your existing kitchen countertops. Having all that extra space gives you a lot to work with, and can make your small kitchen much more usable.

Keep Things Organized

Having a cluttered kitchen can make using the kitchen far more difficult. That is especially true for smaller kitchens. When you already have less counter space and cabinet space, then having that space messy can make doing anything significantly harder. Once you have your kitchen organized, make sure it stays that way, keeping everything in its designated place.

Invest in Cabinet Refacing

An incredible boon for small kitchens is cabinet refacing. Cabinet refacing is essentially a kitchen or bath renovation service that gives your space a fresh, new look by updating the cabinetry and hardware to meet your specific needs. This involves replacing the cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and hardware, while also painting or applying veneer to the exterior. Our team of experts can guide you through the process, offering consultation services to ensure you make the best choice for your needs. Plus, cabinet refacing is typically much less expensive than a complete kitchen remodel, saving you both time and cost. With the right kitchen cabinet storage improvement, you can easily organize your kitchen items and make room for new things, while showcasing your favorite products.

One of the most important decisions you can make when deciding on your kitchen’s new style is what cabinet doors to go with. Each cabinet door option gives you a different and unique experience, allowing you to customize your living space. When designing your kitchen cabinet layout, consider the number of shelves and the storage capacity they offer. Whether you choose raised panel doors, recessed panel doors, or flat panel doors, you’ll be on your way to a beautiful kitchen.

Kitchen Cabinet Space and Storage Expert in Chicagoland

If you’re looking for a cabinet refacing contractor in Chicagoland, Contact Redo Cabinets. We’ll give you a free estimate for your kitchen remodeling project. Our cabinet refacing experts are unmatched in the industry, and they exclusively focus on high-quality cabinet refacing services. We offer many styles and colors so you can make your kitchen one of your dreams. Our add-ons can help you round out your vision for your perfect kitchen. Make sure to refer to our cabinet refacing specials to see our latest deals! We are dedicated to providing a variety of options that best cater to our customer’s needs and answering any questions that they may have throughout the process.

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Lynn K
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Cabinet man Mike K worked hard & did an excellent job. Pasquale & his crew did an excellent job with the backsplash.
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Marilyn Wells
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Omar R. finished up my kitchen remodel today and l must say he is a great asset to the Redo Company.
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Susan Zuckert
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Jace is an incredible installer. He is meticulous with his work and makes sure everything is immaculate when he leaves each day. He arrives on the dot and if he’s running late because of an accident, he contacts you to let you know what time he will arrive. We were able to use our kitchen every night and every morning before he showed up to work on the project. He helped solve some issues that arose and I trusted his opinions and advice. While there was a manufacturing issue with a few of the doors , Jace contacted the company and replacements are already being made and I will insist that it’s Jace who comes back to swap out the doors. The nicest, friendliest, and most meticulous person I’ve ever had work on a home improvement project in my home, hands down!
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Tim Gille
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Jon Falwell replacing 2 of our cabinet doors and adjusting a couple other ones. Redo Cabinets did an amazing job on our kitchen cabinets and back splash!!!
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Steven DelVecchio
6 days ago
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Our cabinet guy Luke was awesome. He had some great tips for us. Counters went well to. Even with our small jankey kitchen. We love the new look.
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Lisa Wright
9 days ago
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The whole process was great! The installer did an amazing job. Highly recommend!
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Rakesh Gupta
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Good service and very clean work done by Jon Falwell.
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Cristi Nelson
10 days ago
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I specifically requested John to come out and make some final design /cabinet modifications. He was prompt, and his workmanship is top notch. He left my kitchen clean and removed all materials. Very please! Great work!
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ed lauderback
12 days ago
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Only had one problem since getting new Redo Cabinets and it was corrected in a timely manner and to our satisfaction. Definitely worth using Redo again if they are ever needed. Jon Falwell was a pleasure to meet.
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Bob Normoyle
13 days ago
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Had a great salesman Thomas Roberts! Went over everything in great detail for our pricing. We had a Lowe’s give us a price also which was cheaper but the thorough description of exactly what Redo Cabinets does for each customer was amazing. Also a lifetime warranty on everything including hinges! We were sold. Thanks Thomas!