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How to Cut Costs on a Kitchen Remodel

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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An updated kitchen adds loads of value to your home whether you plan to sell it immediately afterwards or stay put. However, a kitchen remodeling can be expensive, with most of the kitchen renovation costs going to cabinetry alone. Here are a few ideas for remodeling without emptying your wallet.

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Difficulty: Easy

Step1

Consider domestic alternatives to more expensive, imported cabinets. Plan ahead if you want custom cabinets. Order the cabinets from a local shop months or even a year before you need them. This way the makers construct the cabinets during the off-season when sales are normally slow and sellers discount prices.

Step2

Watch for advertisements from local cabinet dealers who are updating their showrooms. These deals can save you up to 40 percent.

Step3

Reuse your existing cabinets. As long as the cabinets are in good shape structurally, then a new finish or a fresh coat of paint can easily and inexpensively breathe new life into them. By keeping your old cabinets, you can budget a bit more for impressive upgrades on your countertops, hardware or backsplash.

Step4

Hit flea markets and antique stores looking for mix-and-match cabinets. Antique china cabinets, bookcases, buffets and armoires can not only save you a ton, but will also leave you with a stylish, one-of-a-kind kitchen that boasts a designer air.