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Remodeling your kitchen is a perfect opportunity to create the functional cooking space that you've always envisioned. Unfortunately, the process of remodeling is far more complicated than the end result might have you believe. Understanding some of the key elements that you need to consider will help to simplify the planning process. Here are some things you should understand about the kitchen remodeling process.

Layout Is Key

Before you make any other decisions about your remodel, you need to think about the layout of the kitchen. Does it work the way that it is or are there ways that you could improve it? Are you thinking about installing a center island? If so, what will that island be used for? If you want to add a cooking surface or sink to that island, you'll need to talk with your remodeling contractor about how to relocate the plumbing or the fuel source. Not to mention, if you want to have power outlets available on your center island, you'll need to incorporate wiring. These are complex elements that need to be addressed as early in the planning stages as possible.

Appliances Need Clearance

If you'll be changing out any appliances, get their dimensions before you finalize the footprint. Remember that appliances will need specific clearance levels around them, so your kitchen remodeling contractor will need those dimensions to ensure sufficient clearance has been provided. In addition, you'll want to consider what type of exhaust hood you'll be installing over the cooking surface because that may need specialty wiring, ventilation systems, and more.

Remodeling Is The Perfect Time For Lighting Improvements

A dark or poorly lit kitchen isn't one that's fun to cook or entertain in. When you make the decision to remodel that kitchen, it's the perfect opportunity to improve the lighting situation. Talk with your remodeling contractor about the lighting issues you're currently struggling with and he or she can offer guidance about ways that you can improve it. Sometimes, that means a combination of recessed and targeted task lighting, while other times it may mean adding a skylight or incorporating larger windows, too.

These are just a few of the many things that you should consider during your kitchen remodel. Talk with your remodeling contractor about these points and ask about any other key elements that may affect your final plans. Thorough planning will ensure a smoother remodeling process and a more effective result.

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