It takes a certain skill level to complete do-it-yourself home improvement projects successfully. One common mistake many people make is attempting projects well beyond their abilities.
They might see a home improvement show on TV and think redesigning their entire kitchen with DIY cabinets is not that difficult. However, there are many aspects to a complete kitchen remodeling project that need to be carefully considered.
Steps To Do Before Starting Your Kitchen Remodel with DIY Cabinets
Before you start ripping out cabinets, countertops, and appliances, create a project design template and plan. Your project design template and plan help determine whether you can complete every task needed to remodel your kitchen fully.
Start by creating a floor plan of your current kitchen layout and design.
Measure everything in your kitchen, including openings, locations, and sizes of windows, countertops, and kitchen cabinets, and then record the measurements on the floor plan.
Next, create a second-floor plan on how you want to remodel your kitchen and consider the following questions:
- Are you moving the location of your kitchen sink and/or appliances?
- Do you have the ability to run new water lines to the new locations?
- Are there existing electrical connections in the new locations, or do you need to have new outlets installed or current ones moved?
- Do you need to remove or install new walls?
It is highly recommended that you retain the services of a qualified contractor for these tasks to ensure that new water lines, electrical outlets, and wall conversions meet building codes and safety guidelines.
In addition, your new floor plan can help you choose the right size and style of DIY cabinets. You can submit your plan and preferred cabinet styles to receive a complimentary quote and kitchen design plan detailing the model number and quantity of each cabinet you need to remodel your kitchen.
To receive your free kitchen design, call us at 626-614-8975 and speak to one of our kitchen design professionals today. If you determine kitchen remodeling is beyond your abilities, we will gladly refer you to an experienced contractor in your area.
