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Kitchen renovation in progress. How to start a kitchen renovation and how to zone it? Step-by-step sequence of repair work

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Often repairs have to be done with a limited budget, so we will tell you how to make a cheap and cheerful kitchen renovation with your own hands, and illustrate the process using 26 photos as an example. It should be understood that a major transformation of space should not be expected, but inexpensive does not mean poor quality. Even with a small amount for repairs, you can find the best materials in terms of price-quality ratio, and add details to the interior that will produce a wow effect.

Planning a kitchen renovation.

What can and cannot be saved?

Initially, it is worth deciding what kind of repair needs to be carried out: cosmetic or major. In the first case, it will be necessary to update the walls, ceiling and floor, replace furniture (partially), lighting fixtures, textiles. In the second, in addition to all of the above, you will have to change plumbing and wiring, doors and windows. Obviously, a major overhaul will cost much more, and besides, it will not be possible to save money on many types of work, since you will have to hire qualified specialists.

Articles where you can save on repairs.

How can you save money on your budget?

1. On working tools. If you do not have your own, do not rush to buy them, especially if you are not going to work with them. Borrow from relatives or friends. If possible, the instrument can be rented.
2. On teams of workers. Many types of work can be done by everyone even without experience and skills. For example, wallpapering, painting walls, installing lamps, etc. Moreover, you can do all the preparatory work yourself: remove old wallpaper, flooring, take out construction debris.
3. On manufacturers. Instead of expensive and well-known imported manufacturers, take a closer look at domestic ones. Surely there will be acceptable materials in terms of price and quality.
4. Buying new furniture. If the old furniture is simply tired or has lost its beautiful appearance, it can be updated, so do not rush to spend money on a new kitchen set.
5. On some finishing materials. For example, if you choose a plain ceramic tile instead of a patterned tile, you will need less of it to install, as you don't have to keep track of pattern matching. The same goes for wallpapers.
6. Purchase "just in case". After the repair, many people have an unopened roll of wallpaper, several cans of paint or square meters of tiles left on the balcony or in the closet. To avoid this, take accurate measurements of the kitchen and calculate how much of what material you need.
7. Try to make some functional decor items from improvised materials with your own hands.

When you make a list of the necessary materials and roughly calculate the amount, you can safely add 25-50% to it - this will be the final budget for repairs. After all, unpredictable circumstances or ideas may appear in the process.

Video: repair - what can you save on, and what can't you save on?

What you should not save on when repairing:

1. On plumbing. Plumbing is a long term investment. High-quality plumbing will serve you for years, but a low-quality version will have to be repaired and changed very often.
2. On the wiring. Here there is a question of your safety, therefore it is worth choosing high-quality material and hiring professionals to do the work.
3. Alignment of walls and floors. Smooth walls and floors are the basis for all future work. It is not difficult to glue inexpensive wallpapers on even walls, but if the walls are with significant irregularities, then any finish will fall on them badly, and its service life will be reduced significantly.

The above points are relevant if you are doing a major overhaul. However, do-it-yourself kitchen renovation in the “cheap and cheerful” style involves rather cosmetic changes and updating the premises, which we will show in the example of 26 photos.

Decoration Materials

The impression of the room is formed on the basis of finishing materials, as this is the first thing that catches your eye.

The best style direction for a kitchen on a modest budget is minimalism, loft and Scandinavian. Simplicity in decoration and decoration, the absence of unnecessary things are ideal for rooms with limited finances.

Small kitchen in a minimalist design.

Floor

The most common inexpensive flooring for the kitchen is linoleum. And not just like that - this material has several strong advantages:

1. Durability. For example, class 32-33 linoleums last from 8 to 15 years.
2. Strength and wear resistance. The coating is resistant to mechanical damage, does not deform and is not damaged when heavy and sharp objects fall. Great for apartments with pets.
3. Ease of maintenance. The lube coating is very easy to clean, even from contaminants such as beet juice and red wine.
4. High rate of heat and sound insulation. Under linoleum, it is not required to lay a warm floor, and during operation it is almost silent.
5. Large selection of colors and textures. Now available types of linoleum, imitating the texture of wood, stone, marble, tiles.
6. Ease of installation. Linoleum can be laid even on its own. It is just as easy to dismantle the flooring.

The price of linoleum varies from 150 to 800 rubles, but for the kitchen it is advisable to choose coatings from the price category of at least 350 rubles. for 1 sq. m.

Linoleum for the kitchen with a pattern under the tree.

The disadvantages of the coating should also be taken into account: the possibility of dents from heavy furniture, the risk of deformation from laying on an uneven floor (this leads to a reduction in the service life).

Modern linoleums are odorless, do not rub off a couple of years after laying, do not lead to mold if laid in compliance with the technology.

Linoleum color options

Ceiling

There are some of the most inexpensive ways to finish the ceiling:

1. 1. Whitewash (milk or slaked lime). The most common finishing option in Soviet times and almost unused today. But since this option is the simplest and cheapest to implement, you should not dismiss it. Whitewash is very easy to renew, it gives good air exchange. But the coating has a number of disadvantages: the inability to wash, the need for frequent renewal, poor resistance to moisture and temperature extremes, emphasizing uneven surface defects.

If the ceiling was whitewashed with chalk, then the coating must also be updated with chalk. The same rule applies to slaked lime. Do not mix two materials!

Whitewashing the ceiling with slaked lime.

1. 1. Painting. A more modern and practical option. Water-based paint coating can be applied by yourself, it is more resistant to moisture and temperature, it can be washed. However, he also has enough minuses: a short service life, the need to repaint the entire canvas even if cracks occur in one place.

Painting the ceiling and walls with white water-based paint.

1. Wallpaper pasting. This is a modern, inexpensive way to finish the ceiling. Ceiling wallpapers are easy to stick on your own, they can be washed and locally replaced in case of damage. The disadvantages of this type of finish: the unsuitability of the material in case of flooding by neighbors from above, low resistance to moisture and temperatures (the possibility of discrepancies in verses).

For the kitchen, it is better to choose washable vinyl wallpapers - in case of contamination, simply wash them with soapy water /

Wallpapering the ceiling.

A couple more options for finishing the ceiling with wallpaper:

Patterned wallpapers that go from the walls to the ceiling look spectacular, but for a budget option, it is better to choose a plain coating.

Walls

The kitchen is a place with high humidity, temperature changes, the possibility of contamination with grease, soot. Therefore, choosing the highest quality materials available to you for wall decoration is worth it.

Painting walls or wallpapering them can drastically change the look and feel of a room. Even a simple white color of the walls will make the room visually lighter, more spacious, neater.

Painting the walls of the kitchen.

1. 1. Wallpaper. The cheapest type of wallpaper is paper, but do not be tempted by their low price - in the kitchen they will be so impractical that over time they will need to be updated. And it is also a waste of money and time. Washable vinyl wallpapers are the best option for the kitchen. They are strong, durable, vapor-permeable, easy to maintain and suitable for painting.

On sale there are paper wallpapers with special impregnation, thanks to which the service life is increased up to 4 years. However, they fade very strongly in the sun and quickly lose their presentable appearance.

Discreet wallpaper with floral ornaments was chosen for the wall decoration.

For the main wall decoration, you can choose a simple monophonic option, and highlight the area near the dining table with a strip with an ornament, as in the photo:

The color of the wallpaper echoes the shade of the kitchen furniture.

When choosing wallpaper, it is useful to know the marking designations:

Wallpaper marking.

1. Dye. Painting the walls in the kitchen is a relatively cheap, aesthetic, durable and practical finishing option. Acrylic wall paint creates a vapor-permeable, moisture-resistant coating that is easy to care for. However, it should be borne in mind that if there are defects and cracks more than 2 mm thick on the wall, the paint will not be able to close them, but will only emphasize them.

Directly painting the walls will cost inexpensively, but preliminary work (leveling) can cost a large amount.

Painting the walls in a monochromatic light green color.

On a plain background, you can apply a drawing, pattern or ornament, thereby creating an original decor for the room:

For accurate and accurate drawing, it is better to use stencils.

Apron area

There are three ways to trim an apron cheaply:

1. 1. PVC film. Great solution as a temporary solution. Among its advantages: low price, a large selection of colors and textures, the possibility of self-assembly. However, if possible, the film should be replaced with a more reliable material for the working area.

Diversify the shades of PVC film.

1. 1. PVC panels. In addition to low cost, they have the following advantages: easy to install and maintain, moisture resistant, withstand temperature extremes, durable. However, they are not very resistant to mechanical damage, they are easily scratched.

The use of PVC panels for finishing the apron area.

1. MDF panels. From MDF panels you get a durable, moisture-resistant, durable coating for the work area with a beautiful appearance. If necessary, it will be easy to replace.

MDF panels in the finishing of the apron zone.

A significant drawback of the material is flammability. Therefore, it is very important to observe the distance to the wall, and even better - it is advisable to use it either in a kitchen with an electric stove, or give preference to a fireproof material (for example, a stainless steel sheet).

Stainless steel kitchen apron.

Furniture renovation

In very rare cases, kitchen sets and other furniture become so unusable that they need to be disposed of. In most situations, old furniture simply gets bored, its original attractive appearance is lost, and it acquires external defects. One of the easiest ways to update your kitchen design on a budget is to remodel old furniture.

1. 1. Painting. For painting, it is better to use chalk paint, which fits perfectly on the MDF surface. First, it must be sanded with fine-grained sandpaper, degreased. For convenience, the facades can be removed, but this is not necessary. After preparation, the surface must be primed and wait for complete drying. After you can start painting. It may take up to 5-6 layers to paint a dark surface in a light shade, 2 layers are enough to paint a light face. Finally, apply a thin layer of varnish.

Tip: for applying paint it is better to use a velor roller, for varnish use a new synthetic brush.

Kitchen cabinet before and after painting.

You can update only the visible part of the headset - the facade, and leave all the rear and side surfaces in their original form. The same finishing method can be applied to all kitchen furniture: dining table, chairs, stools, cabinets.

Painted kitchen cabinets in dark grey.

Another example of painting the kitchen:

After painting the set in white, the kitchen became visually much more spacious.

1. Film sticking. Another simple and effective way to update kitchen furniture. The advantage of the method is that after any time the film can be removed and the furniture returned to its original appearance. Furniture pasted over with a film will retain a presentable appearance for at least 3 years.

The method is suitable for headsets with flat surfaces without embossed parts and panels.

Self-adhesive film ideally fits on even facade surfaces.

You can glue not only furniture, but also kitchen appliances, for example, a refrigerator:

The set and refrigerator are pasted over with a film of a gentle mint shade.

A few more options for remodeling the refrigerator:

The interior can be made more original if you choose an unusual pattern for pasting.

After replacing the floor, painting the walls and ceiling, as well as updating the furniture, the kitchen can change beyond recognition:

Painting the walls and ceiling greatly changes the perception of the room for the better.

Thus, we examined how you can make a kitchen renovation with your own hands in the “cheap and cheerful” style using 26 photos as an example. It will not be possible to carry out repairs without investing funds at all, but there are many original and practical ways to update the space at low cost.

Video: how to update the kitchen inexpensively.

Anton Tsugunov

Reading time: 7 minutes

The kitchen is the main place in any home. Here, most often, all family members gather for a meal. Therefore, it is so important to create an atmosphere of comfort that encourages a calm, unhurried meal for pleasant communication. What is the right way to start a kitchen renovation? Its arrangement should be approached with the utmost responsibility. Especially if it is decided not to involve specialists in the repair, but to do the work with your own hands.

Stages of kitchen renovation

The initial stages of repair can be divided as follows:

1. To endure the idea of ​​​​repair, to think over every little thing, for which you need to clearly understand what you want to get as a result.
2. Make a decision to bring your idea to life.
3. Get to work, start making repairs. The first step is the main one.

The process of doing repairs yourself is not as scary as it seems at first. Difficulties will certainly arise, but everything can be solved. In addition, what will be the satisfaction from the work done with your own hands, when you get the conceived masterpiece! Now from the lyrics - to the repair process.

Preparatory work

The kitchen has many functions. As a rule, the area of ​​this space is limited. Therefore, it is very important to correctly arrange all pieces of furniture and household appliances in order to use it comfortably. How to start a kitchen renovation correctly, what should be considered first of all?

When cooking, the kitchen will always be humid. Therefore, the material for finishing surfaces and furniture must be moisture resistant, which are easy to clean. It is difficult to make the right choice without professionals.

• First you need to draw up a diagram of the future kitchen. The sketch will allow you to decide on the color scheme of the room, the correct arrangement of furniture and other items. This will help in choosing accessories.

• Calculation of the necessary materials. This stage should be entrusted to specialists. It is necessary to competently think over the plumbing and sewer systems, the location of the electrical wiring,.

Main stages of work

If replacement of door and window openings is required, they begin with the dismantling and replacement of windows. If necessary, create new partitions. Walls, floor and ceiling are aligned.

The walls are usually decorated with washable wallpaper or tiles. tiled.

After all the work has been done, the surfaces are finished and thoroughly dried, you can install household appliances and furniture.

Important! Particular attention should be paid to proper lighting. A high ceiling can be decorated with multi-level lighting fixtures. If the ceiling is low, spot lighting will do.

Separately, it is necessary to create lighting above the working area. Ideally, install the backlight on the bottom of the hanging cabinets. The dining area also requires additional lighting. Here you can stop at the wall lamp.

The last step will be the placement of accents, for which various accessories are used, which are designed to make the kitchen individual and cozy.

When planning a room, one should not forget that the main "backbone" of the kitchen is made up of three items: a stove for cooking, a sink and a refrigerator. They should be in every kitchen. Moreover, the convenience of using the premises depends on their location. These items should be close.

For people who have finally decided to stop living in the monotonous old walls, it comes to mind to make a major alteration of the entire kitchen. There are some dangers here. In order not to make common mistakes, you should figure out where the repair begins, what should you pay attention to in the first place? The main stages of its implementation in more detail.

• The beginning of the repair is always very long and laborious. It is not too interesting to uproot old floors with your own hands, peel off wallpaper blackened from old age, and raise the flooring. The main thing at this time is to be patient and take out all the garbage. More pleasant work to create a new space will follow.
• First of all, electrical wiring is created. Marking the location of sockets and switches is done. If you do not do this right away, then it will be difficult to add another element in the right place.

The main places where sockets are required:

1. electric stove;
2. hood;
3. wall near the working area;
4. a place for a TV;
5. location of the microwave, dishwasher;
6. fridge.

• Finishing is always done from top to bottom, from ceiling to floor. Before you start finishing the ceiling, you need to decide on the type of hood and its location.

There can be two options here:

1. convector installation;
2. ventilation duct device.

The second option is great for creating two-level ceilings that allow you to hide the ventilation pipe. The best option for creating a ceiling is. It is easy to use, allows you to realize any form.

• Wall decoration requires a primer on all old surfaces. Corners are recommended. They are mounted on plaster. Be sure to plaster cavities, cracks.

High-quality putty and priming of surfaces is the basis of a good kitchen renovation.

• Work area layout. It can be tiled or hung. When decorating a wall with tiles, it is very important to withstand the following parameters:

1. the horizontal level of the wall must be perfect;
2. angles should be exactly 90 degrees;
3. choose the right height for the design of the working area. You should focus on the height of the plate.

Advice! In places where you plan to hang wall cabinets in the kitchen, you can save a little on material.

• Wall preparation. It includes putty work. It all depends on the chosen design material. Under the wallpaper does not require too much layer. And if the choice fell on, then the work should be done most carefully. The surface is then sanded.

• The next step is to cover the floor. The ideal material for this is. You can lay it with your own hands, the process should proceed slowly, carefully. Here you should also maintain a horizontal level. This is very important, otherwise the furniture will not stand up straight.

All dirty work is done, you can start finishing.

Common kitchen renovation mistakes

Starting repairs in the kitchen with their own hands, many make the same mistakes. They subsequently turn into the inconvenience of operating the kitchen space. To avoid this and do everything right, you should familiarize yourself with some of the nuances.

1. When determining the work surface and floors, it is worth choosing non-porous materials. Otherwise, cleaning will be difficult. Smooth tiles are much easier to clean. Especially not worth doing wooden floors.
2. Do not create bulky air ducts. They do not look aesthetically pleasing and take up useful space. If the stove is located far from the vent, it is better to choose a hood that does not need an air duct.
3. An unimportant decision - a lot of seams on the work apron. When pasting this wall with wallpaper, you should think about protection, for which you need to choose a holistic material. For example, large glass.
4. In a large kitchen, you should not make a work surface along one wall. This creates additional inconvenience when cooking. It is better to create a U-shaped zone, where all the necessary devices are located within walking distance.
5. Narrow aisles between furniture. This prevents free movement in the kitchen and opening drawers and cabinets. Keep a distance of at least 1.2 meters. Furniture should be chosen with slightly protruding handles, especially in corner cabinets.
6. Replacing hanging drawers with open shelves. This gives the space airiness, lightness. But at the same time, it causes a lot of problems for cleaning and constant maintenance of order. Floor furniture is more convenient with drawers than with shelves.
7. A glossy facade is beautiful and elegant, but completely impractical. Cleaning will be required daily.
8. Not enough space for small household appliances can be a big problem. It is worth considering that the hostess uses a lot of small appliances. They require free location and access to electricity.
9. Heavy hanging cabinets can only be hung on the main wall. Plasterboard partitions simply will not withstand them.
10. The ideal location of household appliances is at the level of a person’s belt.
11. Lack of lighting is the main problem of the kitchen. Lighting should be multi-level. It is worth conveniently placing the switches so that you do not have to go to them through a dark room.

How to renovate a kitchen? Where to begin? This question is asked by many owners who have decided to take such a serious step.

Without a clear plan, renovation work in even a tiny kitchen will turn into a disaster. Properly organize the process - and after a while you will admiringly examine the cozy, beautiful room, renovated with your own hands.

The sequence of work: where should the repair of the kitchen in the apartment begin

Often the owners violate the first rule of repair - do not start work without a finished design project. The habit of doing everything "by eye" can play a cruel joke with unfortunate repairmen.

Either there are not enough materials, or the layout is not suitable for a particular room, or it does not fit into the overall concept .. The consequences of negligence can be very serious.

The sequence of work does not change depending on the size of the kitchen or the materials you choose. Finishing work always moves from top to bottom:

• Ceiling.
• Walls.

Violating the order of actions is not worth it, and cannot be the final step. Consequences: The new flooring will be splattered with paint stains or contaminated with plaster residue from the walls. Film or newspapers laid on the floor are self-deception, these protective coatings do not save the situation.

Construction and finishing works are carried out in the following order:

1. Exemption of the premises from furniture, textiles, accessories. should be empty.
2. Dismantling of the old coating on the walls, ceiling. The last to remove the damaged floor covering.
3. Collection and removal of all construction debris.
4. Wiring of new electrical wiring, installation of sockets and switches at prepared places.
5. Conclusion of wires for arranging lighting.
6. Installation of new plumbing fixtures.
7. Ceiling repair.
8. Alignment and decoration of walls.
9. Floor covering.

Wiring, sockets

Hire a qualified electrician. Leave electrical work to a professional. If necessary, the master will replace worn-out wires with new ones made of higher quality material.

Decide where the household appliances will be placed. Consider the required number of outlets in advance. It is problematic to add new electrical outlets after the repair work is completed. You can read about stone sinks in.

In most apartments and houses, the kitchen has a standard set of household appliances and electrical appliances. The main positions of lighting the working area:

• fridge;
• microwave;
• hood;
• electric stove;
• general lighting;
• TV.

Sewerage

When installing new equipment, reconstructing the water supply and sanitation system, follow the procedure:

• Draw a sewer layout plan. Mark the location of the pipes, their slopes and the length of the sections.
• Consider where the sink, washing machine and dishwasher will be located in the kitchen.
• Check the condition of the old sewer system.
• Calculate the required footage of new pipes, the number of connecting elements. Make a list, buy everything on the list.
• Lay the system on the floor, mount the necessary parts.
• Dismantle old pipes and fittings.
• Mount new pipelines, seal the joints.
• Plug in a sink.
• Check the joints for leaks after the sealant has cured.

Wall repair

After installing a modern one or painting an old one, you can begin to bring the walls "into a divine form." Remember what style will be in your kitchen. Based on the direction, choose the right materials for decorating the walls of the kitchen. Suitable for walls in the kitchen:

• non-woven and;
• bamboo cover;
• cullet;
• stone;
• artistic plaster;
• waterproof types of paint;
• tile;
• Wall panels.

Prepare the walls:

1. Remove the old coating, repair holes and cracks, prime.
2. Wait until everything is dry.
3. Align the walls, cover them again with a layer of soil.
4. After drying, putty the surface with a fine-grained finishing putty. Dry the walls.
5. Sand the surface with sandpaper, apply a layer of primer again.
6. After the surface has dried, you can decorate the walls in the kitchen with the selected material.

Floor

The arrangement of a new floor is similar to the procedure for other types of work:

• purchase of new flooring;
• ground preparation;
• installation of a new floor.

There is one but. Immediately lay linoleum or lay tiles will not work.

A flat floor is the dream of many owners. During repairs, it is often found that the surface is so skewed that it needs to be leveled.

Peculiarities:

• Deviations up to 20 mm. Suitable leveling compound. Excellent composition, but quite expensive. With large distortions, this option will be overhead.

• Deviations over 20 mm. Arrangement of cement screed or raised floors. This option will cost less. The floor will be level. A laser level to control deviations will make the task much easier.

Coat the screed with a special water-binding mixture. The cement screed will dry faster. Do not forget to spend if you heat the kitchen in this way

You can arrange the decorative coating not in a month, but in five days.

How to make repairs with your own hands

Make the room cozy and comfortable within the power of any home master. Stick to the rules:

• imagine the kitchen of your dreams;
• draw a plan or create a 3D project with the specialists of the design studio;
• make a budget;
• calculate the amount of materials;
• buy everything you need;
• follow the plan;
• consider the advice of professionals.

Common Mistakes

Many owners step on the same rake. Don't repeat their mistakes. Unfortunately, the list of oversights and misunderstandings is quite extensive:

1. The lack of a clear plan of action and an idea of ​​​​the final form of the kitchen.
2. Not enough outlets.
3. Lack in the project of a place for an exhaust hood and a geyser.
4. Incorrect calculation of the amount of materials.
5. Placement of valves in hard-to-reach places. Some owners even brick the valves into the wall.
6. Wrong procedure - the ceiling is painted after finishing the walls, etc.
7. Laying on top of old floor tiles with new ones to save time.
8. Laziness and inattentive attitude to work, the desire to finish everything as soon as possible.
9. Insufficient coverage of surfaces to protect against dust and debris.
10. Choosing the wrong layout for a kitchen of a certain size - a two-row arrangement of furniture and appliances in a narrow room, a peninsular layout in a small kitchen, etc.
11. Laying laminate in the kitchen - in a room with high humidity. Leave this flooring for the living room and bedroom.
12. Use of paper wallpaper. Grease, soot, dirt, water splashes inevitably settle on various surfaces. This material is not suitable for the kitchen.
13. Purchase of household appliances after the arrangement of the kitchen. It is more correct to purchase all household appliances and customize furniture for them and.
14. Insufficient extractor power. Weak exhaust system - money thrown to the wind. Grease and fumes will settle on expensive wallpaper and new furniture.

Picture from life. Buying a glass table is not always a joy. A fashionable, beautiful interior detail begins to annoy households who wake up every morning from the sound of a cup on the countertop. A trifle? Not really.

Ideas

A lot of useful information has been written about various styles. Each hostess will choose the appropriate kitchen design based on her preferences.

• area and configuration of the room;
• how much time can you spend cleaning the kitchen;
• how many people gather at the table;
• how often do you cook. Perhaps you just run into the kitchen for a bite to eat while you live alone.

Do not be afraid of bold ideas, fantasize, but stick to a sense of style. Arrange not only original, but also comfortable space.

Use the game of shades and contrasting combinations. These trends are one of the most fashionable trends.

The geometric style looks interesting. Confident people can decorate the kitchen in high-tech, techno or loft style.

In a panel house

Such residential buildings with thin walls, poor sound insulation, tiny kitchens and bathrooms still exist not only in Russia, but also in neighboring countries. Can the performance of the premises be improved?

Repair features:

• insulate the walls of the house from the outside;
• coat the seams with special mastic or foam for this type of work;
• replace old windows with plastic ones with double-glazed windows;
• if possible, redevelop by connecting the kitchen and living room. Permission from special authorities is required.

In Khrushchev. Options

It is inconvenient to work in a tiny kitchen, the craftsmen have nowhere to turn around. The walls are crumbling, and the pipes are so rusty that it's scary to touch them.

A familiar picture? Do not worry! If you have a little experience, desire and a good helper, you can do the repair yourself.
Main stages:

1. Removal of furniture household appliances.
2. Dismantling of old plumbing.
3. Careful removal of all finishing materials.
4. Removing the old window.

The layout of the kitchen in Khrushchev can be:

1. Single row.
2. Angular.
3. letter G.
4. U-shaped.

Tips and secrets for the proper organization of space:

1. Do not clutter up the room.
2. Choose functional furniture that can be folded to free up some space.
3. - a godsend for owners of small premises.
4. Use hanging cabinets, shelves with spotlights.
5. Connect the hob, sink and work surface with one worktop.
6. Give preference to light glossy materials.
7. Avoid dark tones and saturated colors over a large area.
8. Stretch ceiling - ideal for a kitchen in Khrushchev.

Design of a small-sized (small) kitchen

More light, pleasant colors and lightness! This motto should be remembered by the owners of tiny premises.

How to "push" the walls and provide comfort in five or six square meters? Basic Rules:

1. No frills. Clear lines, no unnecessary details: boxes, drawers, coasters, etc.
2. Light glossy facades of a large area.
3. An abundance of light. Place spotlights around the perimeter of the ceiling, hang original lamps above the table and work area.
4. Delicate pastel colors visually enlarge the space. Accessories could be brighter.
5. Mirror surfaces create an optical illusion and "expand" the walls.
6. Avoid heavy curtains and curtains. Translucent material, Roman blinds or roller blinds are what you need.
7. Think about redevelopment, view photos of kitchens combined with a balcony.
8. Buy furniture with light glossy facades.
9. Pick up built-in appliances.
10. A great option to save space - folding tables and chairs.

Video instruction what and how to do

To learn the intricacies of repair work and the rules for finishing the kitchen with your own hands, a detailed video from the collection of videos about kitchen renovation will help. Listen to the advice of professionals. You can find out about the design of the living room kitchen by clicking on this.

Kitchens after renovation

If fantasy is dormant, look on the Internet. Surely among the many options presented on the site, you will find "your kitchen".

Now you know where to start renovating the kitchen. You can do many types of work with your own hands.

Repair is not the most pleasant occupation. But, the work done with the soul will definitely bring joy. The reward for your work will be a beautiful kitchen, which is a pleasure to be in. You can find out about the material for wall decoration at.

The kitchen is one of the main rooms in the house, so its design is very important. How to equip your kitchen in a new way, make it more comfortable, beautiful, comfortable and functional? Some design tricks will help you achieve what you want and get a more perfect interior.

Arrangement of a luxurious glass apron in the work area

kitchen apron is an important design element that no kitchen can do without. It performs not only a decorative function, but also protects the walls of the working area from hot splashes, hot fat, steam and other adverse effects.

Traditionally, it is used to equip a kitchen apron. However, if you want to make your kitchen more attractive, you can replace this material with.

Skinali will become a real decoration of the room and transform it for the better.

The main advantages of this solution:

Installing a TV in the kitchen

We can say with confidence that the TV is also a household appliance that has firmly entered the life of every person. And in the kitchen (a room where households spend a lot of time), you definitely can’t do without it. To revive the interior with the help of this device, you need to correctly choose the way to place it.

There are several good options:

• Install the TV in a niche by attaching it to the wall.
• Just put the TV on the shelf.
• Hang it high - for example, above the refrigerator.
• Place the TV in the work area at eye level.
• Hang on the wall using a special sliding bracket.
• Place the TV in the corner of the kitchen.
• Place it in the dining area.

Installing a sink in front of a kitchen window

Sink installed under the window- a technique that is often resorted to by European and American designers. Especially often, such a solution for arranging a kitchen can be found in country mansions.

Even if the house has a modern dishwasher, the sink will still remain the central part of the work area. The sink, located right under the window, is also a great opportunity to admire nature and listen to the birds singing while washing dishes.

Unfortunately, arranging a sink in such a place in urban apartments is associated with some difficulties, but they can be overcome if you follow the advice of designers. Such a solution can completely transform the interior of the kitchen, making it more interesting and modern.

However, the implementation of such an idea is fraught with some difficulties. It is recommended to entrust such work only to a specialist - that is, a qualified plumber. The lengthening of communications and pipes will be the most critical part of the process.

To organize a normal drain, you will have to raise the drain pipe by about 5 cm - this is a calculation for each additional meter of washing transfer.

In some cases, the sink has to be moved over considerable distances - for example, through the entire kitchen, to the opposite wall.

Regardless of which sink is installed near the window sill (round, oval, square, recessed, ceramic, composite, etc.), splashes from it will fall on the glass and stain it. This means that you will have to do additional cleaning regularly.

To avoid this situation, it is recommended to install the sink near a deep window sill. If there is a distance of about 20 cm between the window frame and the sink, then you can close this space with tiles, or choose a special sink with a high side.

In the case when the window sill is flush with the sink, you can install the mixer at the edge of the frame - then not all splashes will reach the window and you will not have to wash the glass so often.

Placement of the bar in the kitchen

Such an element of a modern interior as belongs to the culture of America and Western European countries. In fact, this is a kind of dining table that performs several functions at the same time.

The bar counter is able to transform the kitchen beyond recognition, make it original and special. It will become a respectable and stylish element of the room, and will emphasize the good taste of the owner of the home.

• The kitchen is small and the traditional dining table takes up too much space.
• If the kitchen space needs to be divided into several functional areas - dining and working.
• If there is a desire to equip a special corner for installing a mini-bar (the kitchen should be spacious enough for this).
• If you need to combine a balcony and a kitchen together (in this case, a bar counter can be equipped from the bottom of the wall between these two rooms).
• If the kitchen space needs to be optimized as much as possible, to make it more functional and comfortable.

The dimensions of the bar counter will depend, first of all, on the size of the kitchen itself. The more spacious it is, the larger this design can be. It is also necessary to pick up special high chairs for the bar counter.

Arrangement of the kitchen island

A multifunctional table is called a kitchen island, which is located in the center of the room, being part of the so-called "working triangle". makes it easier to move around the kitchen, making it more functional and convenient.

However, it can only be arranged in a spacious room. A similar interior came to us from the restaurant business and is gaining more and more popularity every year.

The island includes several household appliances that are indispensable in any kitchen. You can arrange them at your own discretion - it can be a built-in island countertop hob, sink, dishwasher, oven, etc.

In addition, the island can serve as a bar counter, work surface and dining table. In fact, this design replaces a good part of the headset, freeing the wall.

Use in the kitchen of a transforming table

A transforming table can be a real find when it comes to arranging a small kitchen. The main feature of this model is that, if necessary, it can be increased not in width, but also in length, as well as in height.

If necessary, such a table quickly turns into a fairly compact product that can easily fit in a room of even the most modest sizes. Manufacturers equip such models of tables with special devices, thanks to which the control process becomes very simple and easy (even a child can cope with the task).

With all the undeniable advantages, this model also has some disadvantages: these are its high cost, inconvenient location of the legs, some bulkiness and heaviness. However, such massiveness goes well with all traditional kitchen interiors.

Installing a dehumidifier in the kitchen

Special dryer is a simple and effective way to control the level of humidity in a room. For houses and apartments, manufacturers offer mobile household models that collect excess moisture.

Such devices improve ventilation functions, increase the life of the building, prevent windows from fogging, save furniture from mold and fungus.

Why do you need a dehumidifier in your kitchen?

1. According to studies, a person loses approximately 900 g of moisture per day. If the humidity in the room is increased, a person absorbs it even more, and losing less. As a result, excess moisture accumulates in his body, which worsens his well-being. This leads to an increase in the load on the body - the heart suffers most from high humidity.
2. High humidity in the room is dangerous for asthma patients - it can cause swelling of the bronchi and spasms, difficulty breathing. People suffering from arthritis and osteochondrosis also have a hard time tolerating high levels of humidity. Many types of mold are pathogenic and are sources of increased danger. Installing a dehumidifier in the kitchen helps to avoid many unpleasant diseases.
3. In the humid environment that inevitably forms in the kitchen, mold spores thrive. A fungus appears on the walls, which not only spoils the appearance of the interior, but also penetrates into the lungs of a person. A compact dehumidifier does not take up much space in the kitchen, while it will help maintain the health of the household, as well as protect the walls from gradual destruction.

Arrangement of the arch in the kitchen instead of the front door

An arch in the kitchen that replaces an ordinary front door is one of the simplest and most elegant ways to visually enlarge the room, make it more spacious and bright.

Designers offer a huge number of types and shapes of arches: they can be ornate, classic, strict geometric, ellipsoid, and so on.

For the manufacture of such structures, you can use different materials: lightweight drywall, chipboard, brick. An elegant arch will fit perfectly into, it can also be built when arranging a kitchen in any of the modern styles.

The arch will make any room more original and attractive. It is only important to remember that this design has one drawback - it does not prevent odors from the kitchen from penetrating into the rest of the rooms. To avoid this, you will have to install a good hood over the stove.