THE DOs AND DON’Ts

Experts share some of their top tips for getting the most out of designing a kitchen extension

WORDS: TERESA CONWAY

DO CONSIDER TAKING ON DIY TASKS TO SAVE MONEY If you are looking to save money but are a little worried that your skills might not match your enthusiasm, be aware that there are plenty of tasks that are well within the capabilities of most homeowners who want to try their hand at this kind of project. Consider taking on one or more of the following tasks to cut costs: ● Ripping out any existing kitchen cabinets● Tiling walls and floors● Painting bare wood kitchen units● Laying engineered or laminate flooring● Painting or wallpapering the walls● Fitting wall shelves● Fixing kickboards and plinths into place. NATASHA BRINSMEAD, renovation expert DON’T WRITE OFF EXISTING FEATURES I am always conscious of the style of the property and try to recommend designs that…

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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, February 2025

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