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4 Kitchen Upgrades That Will Improve Your Home Value

12 May 2015 by Kyle Brown

Remodeling your kitchen is a great way to upgrade your house, get the kitchen that you want, and improve the value of the home. This is why so many people choose to remodel their kitchen before they do anything else in the house. It is easily the upgrade that will be the best investment. Here are a couple things you should do in your kitchen to improve the value of the home.

1. Granite Countertops

Changing the countertops to durable granite is one of the best things that you can do for the value of the home. Granite is fantastic because it can withstand high temperatures, you can't damage it when you cut on it, and it is easy to clean, and is non-porous so it doesn't absorb the germs like a Formica or other synthetic countertop will. This is why many people choose to change the countertops before they change anything else in the kitchen.

2. Add an Island

Another great thing you can do is add an island to the kitchen. If you already have an island, you should consider getting something installed that can add more counter space, more storage and even an additional sink. This will be great for anyone using the kitchen, and will be a major factor in the resale value of the home.

3. Upgrade The Floors

Flooring plays a big role in the value of the home. If you add hardwood flooring or a nice tile to the kitchen, you are much more likely to get more out of it if you choose to sell. In addition, it will be nice for you to live in as well. You don't need to add this flooring to the rest of the house, especially if your budget is limited. But you should make sure that you at least have good flooring in the kitchen.

4. A Backsplash

Another feature that can make the kitchen really pop and add some style and color is a backsplash. This is a tile design on the backdrop of the oven and the stove. The great thing about a backsplash is that it helps to protect the wall from all the heat, steam, and grease when you cook. The tile is incredibly durable so that you don't have to worry about replacing it anytime soon, unless you want to change the style.

These are just a few simple upgrades to the kitchen that will improve the value of the home. If you're interested in remodeling your kitchen, visit Alleva Construction.

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