You did it! You found your dream home and now you are a homeowner. You have officially arrived. Now, it is time to fix up your kitchen to match. Before you get too far settled in, be sure that your kitchen is exactly what you want it to be. Here are three things that every new homeowner should include in their kitchen remodel.

Smart Appliances

Smart appliances are the future of cooking. Not only do smart appliances offer more functions, but they can also communicate with you through your phone. This means that you can know right away if the refrigerator door was left open or that your chocolate chip cookies are done. Smart appliances are also more energy efficient, which is good for both the planet and your pocketbook. Smart appliances can even make you a better cook. For example, a smart oven knows when your food is done before you do. Finally, you can program your appliances while you are away from home. Forgot to start the dishwasher before you left for work? No problem, you can start it from your phone. Left the oven on? Just turn it off from wherever you are.

Granite Countertops

If you purchased an older home, chances are your countertops have seen better days. If so, consider replacing them with granite. Granite is attractive, comes in a variety of colors, is low maintenance, and lasts basically forever. If you want your granite to stay current for longer, consider selecting a neutral tone. Popular colors are blacks, whites, and browns. Your new granite countertops will be a cinch to take care of. All they need is a daily wipe down with a neutral cleaner and non-abrasive cloth. While there are a lot of granite cleaners on the market, you don’t have to buy anything special. You can combine dish soap with rubbing alcohol to create a solution for cleaning countertops.

New Cabinets

Every kitchen should have beautiful, spacious, and functional cabinets. Many older kitchens are lacking in this department. The cabinets are often deficient in both height and depth, are misaligned, and tend to exhibit a lot of wear and tear. New cabinet designs offer more space, cabinet lighting, and attractive finishes. Nothing makes a kitchen look new like updated cabinets. Look for features like a pull-out trash can, a Lazy Susan, sliding shelves, and drawers for easy storage.

You deserve a kitchen that you want to spend time in; you shouldn’t put up with a dated kitchen. Adding a few upgrades and personal touches are the best way to make your kitchen new and truly yours.

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