Top tips to start planning for your new kitchen whilst in lockdown!
Planning for a new kitchen whilst in lockdown might seem like an impossibility!
Many people are sure to be somewhat hesitant about committing to a large purchase, especially in the run up to Christmas. Others are sure to think that there is no way a kitchen design can commence given the current rules! However, with careful planning, it is possible to make a start!
Unlike many significant larger purchases, having a new kitchen is certainly a good investment, frequently adding more to the value of your property than just the financial outlay of the kitchen itself. It’s always best to choose an independent showroom, such as Ray Munn Kitchens. These showrooms have their own established kitchen designers, who can offer advice and guidance as to the latest kitchen trends, the benefits of certain appliances over others, assist with the overall interior scheme, and most importantly work to your budget! And, should you require the services of reputable architects and builders, our designers can recommend these too!
Obviously, if your current kitchen is no longer to your taste or lifestyle, then at some point a new one is inevitable. Understanding what you dislike about your current kitchen is as important as knowing what you do like about it.
Even if you’re happy with your current layout, and are simply looking to update it, at Ray Munn Kitchens will look at it with a fresh approach, to suggest alternative ideas, both in terms of functionality and aesthetics.
Measure your current kitchen…
Create a rough sketch of the overall room, then add the dimensions, remembering to detail the approximate position of doors and windows. Don’t forget to include the height of the room, and if a kitchen extension is part of the overall plans, be sure to include that too!
Think about the new layout!
How do you plan to use your kitchen? Is it a purely functional space for preparing and cooking food? Do you intend to dine in it, or entertain in it once lockdown restrictions are lifted?
Is there a ‘must have’ item on your wish list?
Having searched the internet, have you seen something that has caught your eye and you’re now fixated on having it in your own kitchen? Whether it’s an opulent extractor hood, the latest kitchen gadget, or a range cooker in an unusual colour, be sure to make a note of it!
The design stage…
Once you’ve had time to consider some or all of the above, it’s time to get in touch!
At Ray Munn Kitchens we take the time to understand all your needs and requirements, offering a complimentary consultation before any design works are carried out. That way, we are both on the same wavelength from the very start!
So, if you’ve been toying with the idea of having a new kitchen, don’t let lockdown put you off, and instead get in touch to let us help you to start planning your new dream kitchen!
