| SPEND ON: Appliances Good quality appliances are the most important features in your kitchen. It’s important to choose designs that do the hard work for you. For example, consider an oven that has a pyrolytic... |
| It’s also a good idea to prioritise energy efficiency in appliances that are on all day (fridges, for example) and to invest in slimmer options that save on space. TIP: When purchasing new appliances,... |
| SAVE ON: Handles A stylish handle doesn’t have to carry a big price tag. You can pick up some great kitchen cabinet handles on average for as little as $4 each. Check out online wholesalers and speak to... |
| Expect to pay a lot more for a handle that is made entirely from stainless steel. Unless you live near the sea where salt water corrosion is an issue, stainless steel is not necessary. Zinc aluminium alloy... |
| SPEND ON: Drawer and hinge hardware Good quality hardware is one of the best investments you can make in your new kitchen. There is nothing more annoying than a door that keeps falling off its hinges or... |
| SAVE ON: Cabinet fronts You don’t have to blow your budget on the fronts of your new kitchen cabinets – the main thing is to ensure that both the cabinet internals and the doors are hard-wearing and will... |
| SPEND ON: BenchtopsYour kitchen benchtop will take a bit of a beating over its lifetime. Heavy items will get dropped on it, hot items accidentally put down on it, harsh cleaning chemicals spilled on it,... |
| SAVE ON: Fancy gadgets Don’t get me wrong, I love pull-outs and gadgets as much as the next person, and I’m not going to suggest that you rule them out altogether, but you should choose them wisely. Before... |
| SPEND ON: Quality workmanship A well-made, good-quality kitchen will really stand the test of time and serve you well for many years to come. Do your research into the suppliers that you are considering... |
