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Carmen Fontana

Retail sales continue their downward slump, with more and more consumers opting for value-priced retailers over big-name stores. Regardless of their position on the social ladder, everyone seems to be looking for a bargain these days. From clothing to groceries, the more cost-conscious an item is the better. That mentality is even spreading into the home decorating sphere, where homeowners used to be willing to splurge in the knowledge that home upgrades were an investment that would repay them over the long haul. With the housing market in turmoil, even that once certainty is no longer a sure thing.

The main feature in most kitchens, kitchen cabinets often present the most expensive element in a makeover of the home’s hub room. Money-conscious homeowners, however, don’t have to be scared away by the economy. In a recent article titled “Take tips on kitchen cabinets,” the “Fort Wayne Journal Gazette” offered some “budget-friendly ideas for improving your kitchen.”

By implementing the advice from that article’s expert, you can have new kitchen cabinets and still save a pretty penny in the process.

Tip # 1: “Refinishing or replacing cabinet doors can make a huge improvement at a fraction of the cost of new cabinets.” A leading manufacturer of kitchen cabinets will offer you the widest selection of wood door styles and finishes. If you’re really looking to cut corners, you can always opt for lower-end wood and paint it yourself, but keep in mind the long-term value of your home.

Tip #2: “Don’t fill all available wall space with cabinets.” It’s easy to fall into the trap of overdoing things, but invest in only the kitchen cabinets you actually need. That way, you can afford to spend a bit more. Plus, you won’t be tempted to spend even more on pots, pans and other kitchen items to fill empty kitchen cabinets. Downsizing your lifestyle is a recessionary trend that can save you a bundle in the way of cabinetry.

Tip #3 “In lieu of a wall of costly cabinetry, use the space for something other than storage.” This tip is actually an extension of #2. All that space you didn’t fill with unnecessary kitchen cabinets can be devoted to furnishings that will encourage quality time with your loved ones. A breakfast nook, a cooking island or even a children’s play area can fill the leftover space. Create a culinary masterpiece by visiting a leading kitchen cabinet manufacturer’s online Storage Solutions section. The design solutions you find there can help make your kitchen function for the way you live today.

Tip # 4: “Flush-overlay cabinet doors generally are less costly than inset doors. Open shelves are decorative, provide easy access and also save money.” Here again, a reputable kitchen cabinetry manufacturer can provide you with a multitude of door style offerings to suit the tastes of even the most discerning consumer.

Tip # 5: “Plants and fresh flowers enrich any kitchen design.” A vase of fresh-cut blooms from your garden, a basket of gourds or a kitchen-themed wreath “enlivens a space for next to nothing.”

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Carmen Fontana is a Web Services Manager for Western Reserve Internet Services. Kraftmaid offers a variety of budget friendly wall cabinets, including kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities.

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