What should a kitchen budget include?

If you are thinking about renovating your kitchen but are worried about how much it may cost, here at Cosentino we have listed some options of how to freshen up your cooking space, on a budget.

Let’s take a look at which items and materials are best matched to your budget to achieve the highest possible quality at the best price. In this article we’ll show you a proposed budget of how to renovate an average sized kitchen in the United States.

How much does a kitchen cost?

The price of a kitchen or the price of renovating a kitchen will depend on several factors that need to be considered when deciding on your budget. Of course, the size of the space has a big influence on your renovation budget, as the bigger the space, the bigger the budget that is usually needed for a complete refurb.

The materials used, the labor, the fittings, and other factors must also be accounted for if you want to renovate your kitchen in the near future.

Full kitchen budget

As you know, the budget for a full kitchen renovation has to cover a wide range of different items and factors. Regardless of the space in question, every budget needs to consider:

Do parts of the kitchen have to be removed? 

The first thing to do before starting to create a new kitchen, is to take out the old one. However, demolition work and debris removal come at an unavoidable cost that can considerably increase your final budget. Debris removal, demolition, tile, or slab removal, and the taking out of fittings can cost around 600 dollars. This price usually includes the fees and payments for the transport to remove the debris and take it to an authorized landfill.

Is there plumbing that needs to be carried out?

If the original kitchen is dated, the current plumbing system may be damaged or have some wear and tear. That’s why it is a clever idea to use renovation work as an opportunity to change the pipes or different plumbing installations. A complete overhaul of your plumbing facilities is a great way to guarantee that they will work better and for longer, and this should only cost around 700-800 dollars. 

What materials should you choose for your new kitchen?

The prevalent material in your new kitchen will, in a way, define the overall look and use of the space. Depending on the materials selected, there will undoubtedly be certain benefits when cooking and living in your new kitchen. Depending on the tastes and needs of each individual, at Cosentino you will be able to find the best material for you. We suggest:

Silestone

This is one of Cosentino’s leading products: a hybrid surface created from a combination of high-quality minerals and other advanced, recycled, and sustainable materials. Available in more than 80 colors and different textures, Dekton may be the perfect versatile and long-lasting material to be used in your kitchen, on the floors, walls, and countertops.

Dekton

This is a highly compact and technological surface and is produced by combining up to twenty premium minerals which are subject to high temperatures and pressure. Its high performance, stunning versatility, beauty, and resistance mean that Dekton is an ideal material for different parts of your kitchen.

Sensa by Cosentino

For fans of granite, the choice is a clear once: Sensa by Cosentino. This exclusive range of granites and quartzites have an innovative surface treatment that is highly resistant to stains and requires next to no care.

Kitchen renovation

Our team can help you to design specific renovation solutions for your kitchen. Whether you are creating a space from scratch or just giving a fresh look to some areas of the room, we are here to help you maximize the space available and incorporate all of the features you need to enjoy your new kitchen.

Remember, your kitchen budget needs to cover all of the points mentioned above. A kitchen renovation can also be the ideal time to update those fittings that are starting to show some signs of aging.

If you are thinking about completely renovating your kitchen, at Cosentino we adapt to all your needs, schedules, and tastes. Just ask for a price quote on our website.

Do you want new kitchen cabinets?

These can be one of the most expensive items in a kitchen renovation budget. Changing the overall look of a room and adding in new kitchen cabinets will result in additional costs to your budget, but this will depend on the materials you select for your cabinets.

With this in mind, the best thing to do is ask for price quotes from several professionals and see which one best matches your financial capabilities and tastes. Although dependent on numerous factors, this could be around 3,000 dollars of your budget.

How much can it cost to tile a kitchen?

Making a change to the tiles and flooring in your kitchen is a fantastic way to update the space. But first you need to remove the old ones. Then, you need to select the new cladding for your walls. The price of this will vary depending on the design and materials you have chosen. In the case of tiles, around 5 dollars/square foot is a good estimate. In the case of flooring, this is usually around 10 dollars/square foot.

You also need to add the labor costs to these prices for their installation. Labor can range from €10 to €20 per square foot, as each professional sets their own price. The total price of tiling an entire kitchen can be between 1,500 to 2,000 dollars, but this will depend on the quality of the materials used.

Do there need to be new light fixtures?

Electric installation is another key factor when renovating your kitchen as power sockets or light fixtures often need to be installed. So, renovating your kitchen is a great time to check out your electrics and make any necessary changes.

The price of a new electric system is around 700 dollars.

Do you need new appliances?

Updating your appliances is the same as everything else we have listed here. It is important to ask for price quotes that include the mounting, installation, and setting of your appliances. Installing average range appliances can cost around 2,000-3,500 dollars. If you want to update your appliances, this may be the perfect time to switch to low consumption models to help you out with some significant energy savings.

Your responses to these simple questions will determine the eventual budget for your new kitchen. There are now a wide range of options and materials available to deliver excellent results at competitive prices, and with unbeatable styles.