Choose the Right Cabinets for Your Plano Kitchen Remodel

Kitchen remodeling can be stressful. With choices abounding in cabinets, backsplashes, tiles, hardware, appliances, etc. – there are so many decisions to be made.

When it comes to cabinets, there are 3 main aesthetics on the market, each meeting different needs for different Plano kitchen remodels:

Wood Cabinets

When you think of cabinets, you immediately think of wood. It’s the industry standard. They are traditional, and frankly, they are the expected cabinet type. The beauty of wood cabinets is that they can be customized to fit any design and style within your Dallas kitchen remodel. Not only are a variety of woods available, but many varieties of wood stain well – particularly oak – so you can get the exact color you are looking for with ease. If you are looking for a timeless material that is versatile and appealing to all, then wood is an excellent option for you.

Open Shelf Cabinets

Open shelving is beautiful and trendy, and often used to highlight a certain part of the kitchen or be used to display pretty dishes that a homeowner has. Open shelving offers an airy openness to the kitchen and is usually seen as more trendy or modern. While appealing to many kitchen designers, open cabinetry is not without flaws. If you are going for an open concept kitchen, you have to keep all shelves organized and pretty at all times. Not to mention, dust can accumulate on the shelving, requiring you to keep them clean – just as you would any other shelf. Open shelves are often used in combination with wooden cabinets so that you can highlight certain dishes or store commonly used items, and then put the rest out of sight.

Flat Panel Cabinets

If you want something inherently modern in your Dallas kitchen remodel, then you might want to look into flat panel cabinets. Flat panel cabinets are simply that – cabinets with no ornamentation – and so they are contemporary and sleek by nature. Many are made of metal, while they can also be made out of wood.

Need help with a Plano kitchen remodel? Pedigo Construction is your one stop shop for your kitchen remodeling needs. Our team of experts will work closely with you to design, build, and finish out the kitchen of your dreams. Give us a call today for Spring 2016 remodels!

5 Ways to Maximize Kitchen Traffic Flow

When doing a kitchen remodel in Plano, one of the most important things to consider is the “flow.” Where will the appliances be? Is there space to move around? Are my needs going to be met by the remodeled space?

Here are 5 things to consider when designing your Plano kitchen remodel:

1.     Consider the Work Triangle

Kitchen remodeling 101 tells you to make sure your kitchen workspace is compact and easy to move around in. The “work triangle” is comprised of the refrigerator, cooktop, and sink, and ideally, these paths would be between 4-9 ft. long in order to maximize the workability of the space.

2.     Create Adequate Aisle Space

It’s tempting to squeeze in as many cabinets and kitchen gadgets as you can, but be careful not to compromise walking space. Somewhere around 42 inches is the standard aisle space between countertops, but if you have a high traffic area in the kitchen, 48 inches will give you more breathing room.

3.     Keep Entry Points Free & Clear

Consider all entry points when placing cabinets and appliances. Keep entry points free of blockage from appliance doors swinging open, cabinets, stools where someone could be sitting, etc.

4.     Plan an Island Carefully

Everyone loves an open concept kitchen with a big island for guests to mingle around. If you are considering an island with seating, make sure seating faces the work space, but remains out of the work triangle.

5.     Optimize the Space for You

Think through how you will use the kitchen and tailor it to your needs. Will you be entertaining a lot and need access to the trash compactor? Consider putting it a door or two down from the sink, so that it’s not blocked if someone is working at the sink. Have certain utensils and ingredients you always use at the cooktop? Plan for optimal storage that is an arms-length away.

Pedigo Construction in Plano, Texas would love to help you with your Plano kitchen remodel. Give us a call today to schedule a consult, and our design team can go to work on creating your dream kitchen.