From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Remodeling Ideas

Low-Maintenance and Energy-Efficient Kitchen Renovation Ideas

21 September 2022

Mila Legrand

Kitchen renovations are usually the first step property owners take to give a home new life. The kitchen is where the family meets to cook, eat, and talk. It is also an area that can easily seem dull. If you are having this issue with your kitchen, you may be considering a renovation. Here are some low-maintenance and energy-efficient renovation ideas to help boost the room and give it new life.

LED Lighting

There are several key points about your kitchen lighting you should consider during your renovation. Lighting can affect your energy efficiency. You may not think of the heat from a lightbulb being hot enough to affect the temperature in a room. The truth is, heat can affect the temperature and can use more electricity than you may want. LED lighting is an ideal solution. The lighting can be adjusted to fit your decor and kitchen needs. It is also cool to the touch which means it does not give off the heat a traditional light bulb does. LED lights are also energy efficient and use considerably less energy than a traditional bulb.

Stainless Steel Surfaces

Easy clean-up, reducing stains, and reducing marks on the surfaces in the kitchen are usually at the top of a homeowner's list. For these reasons, you may want to consider stainless steel surfaces during your renovation. Stainless steel is easy to clean. It also does not hold stains and marks the way other kitchen surface materials do. If you are concerned about germs and the spread of germs and food, keep in mind that stainless steel is also non-porous. This makes the material the ideal option for low-maintenance homes.

Flooring and Cabinets

If you want to totally change the look and feel of your kitchen, consider kitchen flooring and cabinets. Even if a total renovation is not in your plans, a simple coat of paint can change the look of the room dramatically. Your contractor can use paint, accent pieces, and woodworking techniques to achieve the new look you want and need. If you are going with a green lifestyle, consider using sustainable wood sources for the cabinets. For the flooring, consider using a natural stone or rock material.

Your renovation contractor can show you available designs for your kitchen. They can also discuss options that may benefit your specific home and lifestyle. If you have any ideas you would like incorporated into your kitchen renovation, discuss them with your contractor. They can look at your ideas and help you find similar ideas for your kitchen project. For more information on ideas for a kitchen renovation, contact a professional near you.

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About Me

Salutations! My name is Donna, and this is my remodelling blog. On this blog, I plan to write about everything, from hiring remodelling contractors, to doing the work yourself, to choosing the finishing touches to complement your project. My writing draws from my experience remodelling my first home, and I also plan to include some of the research I have done on this topic as well. I am a mum for four kids who are all grown, and my first grandchild is on the way soon. I love to knit, quilt and spin. I also love to read design magazines and spend time in nature. Thanks for reading.