Last Updated on December 17, 2023 by Kimberly Crawford
Renovating your kitchen is an exciting yet stressful time for many homeowners. Your brand-new, modern space to cook delicious home-cooked meals is just around the corner, but you’ll have to learn to deal with your own in-house construction site first.
Clear your space
Be sure to plan the time to pack up your kitchen properly before the renovation work starts. Clear away everything that you don’t need to ensure the space is as clear as possible, removing anything that might get in the way.
It’s also good practice to label boxes to make your life easier, so you know where everything is when it comes to unpacking your items.
Consider accessibility
Has storage space always been an issue in your kitchen? Consider this when planning your new layout and try to create a home for each and every one of your kitchen items.
Creating storage within your kitchen units is a great way to conceal your items whilst the space still looks aesthetically pleasing. Pull-out drawers are incredibly handy and are suitable for almost everything.
Store your pots, pans and plates in your new drawers for easy access. That way, you’ll only need upper cabinets for glassware and can create a minimal look to your new kitchen.
Throw out your old cookware
Now is the time to get rid of any old, rusty pans that no longer serve their purpose. When it comes to a new kitchen, you’ll want the equipment to match.
Have a good clear out of your cookware and consider purchasing some new saucepans, plates and cutlery to really give your kitchen a well-deserved refresh.
Create a temporary cooking space
Try to set up a temporary kitchen in your house with appliances that you know will come in handy when you’re throwing together quick and easy meals.
Find a space to plug in your kettle, microwave and toaster if you need a simple solution for cooking dinners on an evening. You could even consider purchasing an air fryer as a handy alternative to an oven – it’s versatile, easy to use and offers a healthier way to cook.
Plan your meals
Creating a basic meal plan with the appliances you have available is a great way to help you save money whilst you’re renovating. That way, you’ll reduce the likelihood of you buying takeaways or going out to eat, as you’ll already have the decision made for you.
Only buying the food that you need can help cut costs too. If you have a mini fridge or a spare fridge that someone can lend you in the meantime, you’ll have a wider variety of foods to choose from and can store things such as milk, cheese and meats.