Author: The Kitchen Showcase

Choosing the Perfect Countertop for Your Kitchen

Kitchen renovations are always exciting. Picking out the details that will make your kitchen dreams come to life is one of the most critical parts of the whole renovation process. You pick your wall colors, cabinets, hardware, but when it comes down to the countertops, the decision seems a bit more complicated.
It’s true. Picking your kitchen countertops is not something to be taken lightly, particularly if you are planning to spend a lot of time in your kitchen. You want to make sure you choose something that is durable, looks great and adapts to your overall needs. If you love more than one material, why not mix and match? Depending on your design scheme, you could easily pull that off and get beautiful results. These are some of the top kitchen countertop materials:

Marble

Talk about elegance and sophistication. Marble countertops add richness to any kitchen and make it look classy, clean and sharp, regardless of its finish. It is heat, crack, and breakage resistant, but you still need to be careful, as it is a porous surface.

Wood Countertops

Butcher blocks are quite versatile, and they’re also economical. It adds an element of warmth to the kitchen, and it looks excellent on rustic style kitchens. Oil finishes are the recommended kind, as they are food safe. Regular oiling might be required to maintain its finish, and if you get any scratches on it, don’t worry. They can be easily sanded away to restore its look.

Stainless Steel

For high transit kitchens or the lovers of the look of professional kitchens, stainless steel is a great option. It minimizes bacteria build up and is heat resistant. It does require a bit more maintenance since you’ll need to regularly clean fingerprints, but the final look and functionality of this countertop material is worth it.
 
You can find a natural stone like marble and granite, wood and metal countertops and much, much more at The Kitchen Showcase. We can help you turn your dream kitchen into a reality. Give us a call today!

Kitchen Cabinet Paint Colors That Will Give Your Kitchen a Whole New Look

New year, new look! That shouldn’t only apply to your wardrobe or hair. You can take that concept and transform many other things in your life, including your kitchen because dated kitchens are boring. If your kitchen has looked the same for years now, it might be time for an update, but that doesn’t always require a whole kitchen makeover. Sometimes, just updating your cabinets can give your kitchen new life.
Here are some of the trendy kitchen cabinet paint colors for 2019:

Emerald

If you’re looking to make a statement with your kitchen colors, this is the right one for you. Emerald is a bold, beautiful color that will cover your cabinets in miles of style. Gold hardware and marble countertops would make the best companions for this great color.

Gray-Green

For a sharp and chic look, gray-green colors are a must. Pair that with white quartz countertops, and you have yourself a beautiful combination that will look classic and timeless.

Navy Blue

Think of white countertops and silver or gold hardware. This vibrant color will make your cabinets pop when paired with those items. It’s a great way to make your kitchen look modern and clean, yet cozy.
 
Sprucing up a dated kitchen doesn’t always require a full-blown kitchen renovation. Updating your kitchen cabinets is a more simple way to make big changes to your kitchen, without having to spend so many resources. Paired with the right hardware and countertops, you can take your kitchen from ‘blah’ to ‘wow’. If you want to wow yourself and your guests with a kitchen that is completely unique to you, The Kitchen Showcase can help. Contact us today for more information. Let’s start working on your dream kitchen together!

It doesn’t matter the reason. You might be considering reselling your home or you will be moving to a new place. Maybe you just feel it’s time to enhance your house. Regardless of what is motivating you, remodeling your kitchen is always exciting and scary at the same time.
The kitchen is one of the most important and personal spaces from your home. When you think about remodeling it, you want to make sure you are not only going to love its looks but that you are going to feel comfortable in it all the time.
At the Kitchen Showcase, we understand this perfectly. We know people want to see their investments reflected in the great times and delicious meals that are going to flow from their new kitchen.
For over 30 years, we have focused on helping people reach and exceed their expectations, which have allowed us to come up with a list of topics and suggestions you should consider before planning the kitchen of your dreams.

Where to Begin?

Remember that the primary cook usually passes long hours in the kitchen. Therefore, it should be a comfortable space for him or her. This is your first step. Defining who will spend more time in the kitchen.
Believe it or not, the next question is if he or she is left or right handed? It is a very simple element, but the whole design of your kitchen could change because of it. Also, how tall is the primary cook. Space distribution and cabinets placing have to be designed in function to the easy movement of the kitchen users.
The same exercise should be done with the secondary cook. You also need to consider if there are children in the house and how many. Establishing the exact amount of family members leads you to answers for questions such as: Should I get a table or explore other options?

Regarding the table, you should also ask yourself how often do you get visitors and how many. All of these aspects can help you have a clear idea of what you want and where you need to prioritize.

Style and Design

Once you have clarified your kitchen needs, you can focus on adding a little taste and personality in the design of your new kitchen. Nonetheless, you can make your decision more accurate by adding questions such as cooking style and the family members kitchen responsibilities.
After you are done, you can start thinking of colors, textures, and materials you would like to see in your kitchen, and don’t forget to consider the ones you don’t want in your project.

Think of what you like about your current kitchen and what you dislike about it. Also, try to picture the new kitchen style, if it is a modern kitchen, traditional, rustic or contemporary? Look at your surroundings; you might get some inspiration there.
Keep in mind your habits, like recycling and the appliances you plan to keep. This way is easier to design the space and distribution of your new kitchen.

 
These easy steps can help you come up with a better idea of your needs and wishes for your new kitchen project. These can also help when the fun part arrives, like picking up the materials and building the project design. Kitchen remodel is quite a complex project for your home, but design professionals are always here to step up and do wonders with it.
To find out more useful tips and suggestions for the construction and design of the kitchen of your dreams, see our blog for more.

Best Tips to Clean Your Kitchen Cabinets

Sometimes you need a kitchen remodel, and sometimes, a thorough cleaning of your kitchen cabinets can bring new life to your kitchen. Cleaning your cabinets might seem like a bit of an undertaking, but if you know how to do it right, it will save you a lot of time and energy. Plus, it will help you get the results you’re looking for. Cut back on cleaning time with these kitchen cabinet cleaning tips:

Empty Your Cabinets

A thorough cleaning starts with empty cabinets. Emptying your cabinets sounds like a chore, but this step will make your life a lot easier in the long run. Before cleaning your cabinets, take time to empty and reorganize them. Then go ahead and dust off the cabinets, and the cans and containers you had in them. That is the best way to keep them organized and have easy access to everything you need.

Avoid Cleaning with Chemical-Heavy Products

Whatever you use to clean your cabinets might come in contact with everything in them, like your food, utensils, and containers. Cleaning with non-toxic products is the best idea. Anything made from natural ingredients is excellent. Some all-purpose cleaners work. You need to check the ingredients. You can also create your own cleaning solution with some liquid soap and warm water. It will help remove dirt and grease and not damage the finish on your cabinets.

Clean Inside and Out

It’s not just the outside that counts. Of course, cleaning the exterior is very important, since it’s the most exposed to dust and grease from cooking, and the accumulation of that can affect your cabinetry finish. But cleaning the interior is just as important, so take advantage of the fact that you’re emptying your cabinets and clean the inside with your cleaning solution to get rid of any crumbs and residue. Remember to wipe down both the exterior and the interior with a damp cloth at the end, to remove the soapy solution.

Make It a Regular Thing

The first cleaning will definitely take the longest, but to maintain the look and make your hard work pay off, don’t let too much time go by without cleaning your cabinets again. If you start doing it regularly, it will become easier and quicker. Once a week would be ideal. The longer you wait, the harder it will be to restore your cabinets to their original look.
 
Let us create your dream kitchen for you. At The Kitchen Showcase, we have been helping Colorado homeowners, builders, and interior designers fall in love with their homes for over 35 years. Give us a call!

Take your ideas from vision to accomplished with these tips!

 
Have you been wanting to remodel your kitchen – or bathroom, closet, wet bar, study, laundry, garage, built-in for that matter- in Denver, but always put it off because you can’t quite decide what you want exactly? Or maybe you think it is going to be super expensive and just dismiss the idea without even getting an estimate?
We know it can take some time and a lot of thought to decide to make a much-needed upgrade to your home, but this doesn’t mean it is impossible to achieve. So, to carefully guide you from start to finish in your kitchen or bath project, we’ve created a simple process and divided it into steps. Our goal is to help you navigate the remodeling process and reach an end-result you’ll love!

Think about your objectives

The first step is to begin thinking about your ideal kitchen. Do you want to create your dream kitchen? A room with a high resale appeal? A more usable space? A state-of-the-art showstopper or something else?
You might need to prioritize at some point, depending on the size, in terms of whether you need more space for cooking or more storage space. But, don’t worry, with our design professionals, you don’t need too much of compromises!

Collect design ideas

Keep a folder of the best kitchen photos you find on the Internet and magazines. And for a more creative spark, check out our kitchen portfolio!
Don’t worry if you have two or three design styles that clash visually at first. Take your time, let it sink a little and then you will decide which style you are more fond of.

Consider what you want the room to do for you

What’s working for you now? What isn’t? Discuss the features and functionalities that are important to you and your family. Ask your friends about the features they love or crave in their kitchens. You can also download and complete our helpful kitchen planning questionnaire or bathroom planning questionnaire to think through easy-to-overlook considerations.

Set your budget and timing

Set your boundaries up front, so you feel in control. Also, define your timing. Look ahead at your calendar and determine whether any personal or family events are coming up that could affect the remodeling schedule.

Contact the Denver Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling experts

Once your vision begins to take shape, the next step is to reach out to us at The Kitchen Showcase. Request a free estimate, call us at 303-799-9200 or visit our Denver showroom.
There, you can have a discovery session with one of our professional kitchen and bath designers to discuss your vision, and they can also visit your home to see your space. This step ensures that we understand what’s important to you and get a feel for the individual needs of your home.

2019 Kitchen Trends

As incredible as it may be, 2018 is behind us and 2019 brings tons of new things, even in kitchen design. That doesn’t mean that everything we saw in 2018 is now out, it just means that there are more things to be excited about. So, if you’re looking for inspiration for your next kitchen remodel or are just here for the details, there are some of the kitchen design trends we will see this year:

Sleek Finishes and Contrasting Textures

The interesting combination of contrasting textures —think marble work tops, matt cupboards, and bronze details— will add tons of life to any kitchen, while the sleek finishes will make it seem clean and modern

Tall Backsplashes

Tall backsplashes in stones like marble will create a regal look and it’s the perfect way to fancy up your kitchen.

Mixing Modern and Classic

Warm and welcoming, yet clean and chic is what the mix of modern and classic will bring to the table. The best of both worlds can be done and will be seen a lot this year.

Matte Black Finish

Matte black has been a favorite when it comes to hardware accents and other kitchen finishes. In light colored kitchens, it’s provides balance while looking strikingly beautiful, fresh and bit dramatic.

Raw Materials

Adding some wood, jute, stone, and shiplap details will become a staple throughout 2019. Basic modern kitchens are the perfect canvas for these details to come alive. Also, leather and wood drawer pulls will make their way into kitchen design to satisfy people’s need to include organic materials in their design, while adding a subtle detail that still packs a punch.
 
The Kitchen Showcase can help you bring our kitchen and bath dreams come to life, like we’ve done for many Colorado homeowners for over 35 years, thanks to our amazing team of designers. Give us a call and start your project today!