Resources for Better Kitchens

Kitchen Remodeling Math
Most home decorators need to work within a budget. But in order to figure out what you'll spend, you first have to know what you need. This math in daily life website provides formulas and easy-to-understand charts and figures to help you measure your floor plan, cabinetry, countertops, lighting preferences and more.

Kitchen and Bathroom Association
The National Kitchen and Bath Association is a more than 25,000 member not-for-profit trade association that has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry for over 40 years. Website includes a list of kitchen and bathroom remodeling industry experts, as well as a workbook to guide you through kitchen or bathroom remodeling. A section about online services as well as a student center is offered. Not only does NKBA host the world's largest trade show and offer educational programs, but we also enhance the success of our members by promoting professionalism and ethical business practices. In order to benefit consumers, our association monitors national and state legislation to protect the industry, our members, and consumers. As a consumer, you can take advantage of NKBA's widespread presence in the kitchen and bath industry through this website, our free workbook, or by speaking to a representative at 1-877-NKBA-PRO.

Kitchen Remodeling Costs
Renovating your kitchen is usually the most cost effective upgrade you can do to your home. Even in an old house, most people opt to renovate or replace rather than restore - I like the look of old coal burning or wood-burning stoves, but I want my dishwasher and garbage disposal, thank you very much. But, you can replace your kitchen in a way that is still sensitive to the age of your house. This website outlines the costs for various kitchen remodeling projects so you can prepare to remodel your kitchen. Regardless of what you do budget, don't skimp on design, appliances, or labor. These are the basis for a functional kitchen and you should get the best you can afford. Instead, to cut costs, use stock cabinets instead of custom work, laminates instead of corian, and keep your current appliances, if you can. Try to keep existing plumbing and electrical. Don't make structural changes to the room, and make the most of small improvements like new paint, new wallpaper, new curtains and decorations.

Personalizing your Kitchen Makeover
This article discusses the variety of luxurious kitchen fixtures available these days, which can add style and luxury to your kitchen. It's primary to see multiple kitchen faucets nowadays, and to see a primary sink or faucet, as well as a faucet behind the stove or a bar/convenience sink. Luxury isn't limited to kitchens, so bathroom fixtures are discussed.