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3 Kitchen Makeovers, 3 Budgets

Smart strategies to help you get more for your money in the kitchen.

By Erinn Bucklan
Kitchen Makeover Strategy #2
Budget: Spend $40,000 or under

Best for: Someone who plans to stay in their house three to seven years. At this price point, think about investing in cutting-edge, brand-name appliances and cabinetry with add-ons, like roll-out shelves. "To stretch your dollars, pick one area of the kitchen to really splurge on at this price range," says Costa.

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$40K or under: Cabinets
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Decorative options like glazes and moldings make stock cabinets an attractive choice. Installation is important as well—consider raising low-hanging cabinets up another six inches to allow for undermounted appliances or racks for stemware to save interior cabinet space. If you have the room, install an island, which will offer additional storage and provide more counter space for a cooktop or small prep sink.


$15K or under: Countertops

$15K or under: Cabinets

$15K or under: Hardware

$15K or under: Appliances

$40K or under: Cabinets


$40K or under: Sinks

$40K or under: Appliances

$70K or under: Cabinets

$70K or under: Appliances

$70K or under: Countertops


$70K or under: Floor Plans


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