46 The Queens Courier • at home • may 16, 2013 for breaking news visit www.queenscourier.com at home Five tips for kitchen redos s Feel the need to renovate? If so, you’re not alone. Fiftythree percent of homeowners believe that now is a good time to remodel, according to a recent survey by Houzz. com. When deciding on where the makeover begins, look no farther than the kitchen. Kitchens are a major selling point for homebuyers, so a kitchen remodel is good for the home-selling price. Even if you have no plans to move, the kitchen gets more traffic than any other area of a home and serves as the family hub, so it deserves the attention. To ensure a successful project, keep in mind these kitchenremodeling tips: • Add color and light. Splashes of color and artwork can transform a kitchen from a workspace to a fun, vibrant family-gathering spot. To show off those dazzling colors, choose window treatments that let the sunshine in. And take a look at the windows themselves. High-efficiency replacement windows and patio doors can not only save you money over their lessefficient predecessors from the second they are installed, but they often retain most of their value should the home be sold, according to industry statistics. • Add appeal and ease. Stainless steel continues to be the most popular finish for kitchen appliances, sinks and fixtures. Besides its modern, sleek appearance, stainless steel cleans easily and resists wear and tear. That is especially true for kitchen sinks, which receive the brunt of abuse. New lines of stainless steel sinks, in a variety of styles, configurations and sizes, are available. • Go bold with fixtures. For topping off a kitchen-remodeling project, nothing beats bold and functional fixtures. • Store in style. Kitchen storage can be practical and stylish. After determining what you don’t like about your current cabinetry - consider location, storage capacity, storage flexibility, material and finish - find out what options you have. • Freshen the flooring. While design, color and surface appeal are important considerations, you’ll also want kitchen flooring that can live up to your lifestyle and provide the comfort and durability you need, according to bobvila.com. Natural stone and ceramic tile are high-end products that ooze taste and elegance. If selecting these hard surfaces, also invest in mats for areas where you’ll be standing for longer periods of time. Linoleum and vinyl offer the look of tile or wood in a more economical, easy-toclean package. Hardwood has made great strides as a flooring option for kitchens, due to improved product quality and sealing technology. Courtesy BPT BensOn MOsaiCs, inC. 63-60 Woodhaven Blvd. • Rego Park, NY 11374 Tel 718.458.7208 • 718.457.6701 Fax 718.899.9329 • www.BENSONMOSAICS.com Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri 8AM-6AM Thurs 8AM-8PM • Sat 8AM-4PM Featuring the Finest Quality in: • Porcelain Tile • Marble • Mosaics • Kohler Fixtures • Imported Mirrors Vanities • Imported & Domestic Bathroom Fixtures • Custom Marble Work & Granite Counter Tops 30%OFF Spring Sale ALL ITEMS In STOCK Offer Expires 7/14/13 Must Bring in Coupon Not to be combined with any other offers
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