Prior
to enjoying the pleasures of your new kitchen,
there is the remodeling construction. In order
to make it as easy as possible, we invite you to
take advantage of the great tips we’ve put
together for you.
In
the weeks before the work begins, keep a list of
all those restaurants you’ve been meaning to
try. When the microwave gets old, your list will
come in handy for a quick escape!
Before
the cabinets arrive – decide on a safe
enclosed area for the cabinets and appliances to
be delivered to. Usually the garage is a good
location.
Pack
up the kitchen (or bathroom) well before the
remodel. While it’s a great time to
"spring clean" your shelves, don’t
forget to label the storage boxes well. This
will make the unpacking process a lot easier and
a lot more fun! Items that are fragile should be
marked accordingly and stored in an area away
from the construction.
Plan
a location outside of the area where the
remodeling is being done to act as your temporary
kitchen.
old kitchen, spend
some time in it, cooking. Make family
favorites and throw them in the freezer. We
promise you…you’ll thank yourself later!
Coffee
Maker (don’t forget to put the filters and
coffee close at hand too!)
Utility
utensils, such as: can opener, bottle/wine
opener, sharp knives, and microwavable
dishes
Toaster
Keep
the basics handy: butter, salt & pepper,
favorite spices
Dining
area/table
Tell
the kids you’re picnicking…use paper
plates & napkins as well as disposable
silverware.
Cleaning
supplies and dishtowels
If
it’s a bathroom remodel, pretend you’re
packing to go on a trip. Remember the hairdryer
and
curling iron!
Don’t
forget about Fido & Kitty! If there isn’t
an area in your home to keep them safely away
from construction, especially during certain
phases - it maybe a perfect time to treat your
pet to a vacation at the kennel or a play date
at a friend’s home.
Decide
in advance where you’d like the installers to
store their tools.
Dust…there’s
just no way to avoid it! If there is a fish tank
or electrical equipment in close proximity to
the work – remember to keep them well covered!
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