Ready to Assemble Kitchen & Bath Cabinets Affordable in These Tough Economic Times

Let me acquaint you with some of the terminology associated with Kitchen cabinets. RTA stands for ready to assemble, All Wood means either Hardwoods such as Oak, Maple or Cherry, Plywood is also all wood it is just many layers glued together to give you a stable flat surface, Plywoods have veneers on the outside that are either stained or painted to match the rest of the cabinet.

Dovetail is a form of joinery that allows you to attach two pieces of wood together in an interlocking joint.  cams or Clips. these are the devices used to assemble the cabinets, they are pre attached to the parts of an RTA cabinet. Dado is a joint cut into the wood which allows two pieces to join. I don’t mean to bore you but these are all things you will need to know when you purchase your first set of Ready To Assemble kitchen cabinets.

I have been in the Kitchen and bath business for 16 years and have seen all types of cabinetry. Hi-End, Low-End, Custom High end etc… One thing you must all ways remember is that at one point all cabinets are in separate parts.  Ready to Assemble cabinets are built just like all the cabinets you buy pre-assembled from your kitchen dealer or Home center. Even some custom cabinet builders build cabinets out of the same materials. This is what makes RTA cabinets an affordable choice. You assemble them yourself. They are massed produced with only specific colors and styles. the shipping costs less also.

I Hear about some of the horror stories on the Internet about the quality of the RTA cabinets, There will always be product out there that is substandard, there will be factory issues. that is in anything that you buy.  Lets do some math here, Buy a custom or preassembled cabinet with dovetail maple full extension drawers, all plywood construction and all the Moldings that go along with it and than see the cost difference.  You will see a savings of sometimes more than 60%.  What you want is a company that will stand behind your product and take care of any issues that arise when it comes to manufacturing defects, and to remind yourself that I just saved several thousand dollars and does this effect the use or stability of the cabinet. I have assembled hundreds of RTA cabinets with very few issues. I have been impressed by some and not so with others.

I realize that there is some fear out there about having to assemble a bunch of parts and pieces and than installing the cabinets once that is done. You don’t want the money you invested to look like a waist by bad assembly and installation, I wouldn’t want that for you either. Here are some tips.  hire an installer who does this all the time, Get two-three quotes, there are so may ready to assemble cabinets out there most installers have put them together and installed them. You may spend an extra $800-$900 dollars or maybe less, but you will still come out way ahead.

www.LKNcabinets.com is a full service Kitchen and Bath Remodel specialist serving Charlotte and the Lake Norman area

Bathroom Remodel – 3 Tips to Find a Bathroom Remodel Contractor

If you are searching for a Bathroom Remodel expert or handyman these 3 tips will help you make a better decision and also a quicker one. Not only will the selection be easier but you will also know that the contractor is licensed, insured, and bonded and has experience with bathroom remodeling.

1. Make sure that  the guy or company has experience doing your type of remodeling project. Whether it be adding flooring or a bathroom sink ask to see some photos of past projects that they have completed. These photos will not only prove they have experience but it will also show how many bath remodeling jobs they have done depending on the amount of photos they have.

2. Is the handyman company properly licensed and insured to do remodeling jobs in your area? For example you would not want a Raleigh, NC business to do your job without the proper licensing and insurance if you lived in the Raleigh area. Protect yourself against any on-the-job accidents that can occur during construction work by making sure of this detail.

3. Can you get a guarantee? Most home improvement or construction companies will give some type of guarantee on their work they do. Without a guarantee in writing you should choose a different business.

4. Does the bathroom handyman provide a free inspection and project quote? Don’t pay for a simple bid this is just throwing money away. If a company can’t say thank you for thinking about them by giving a free estimate you should find a different business to deal with.

Now that you have a pretty good idea on what to ask or look for you are in a better position to make a decision on who or which remodeling contractor will complete your Raleigh Bathroom Remodel project.

www.LKNcabinets.com is a kitchen and bathroom contractor around the Charlotte and Lake Norman area of NC

How to Find the Best Bathroom Remodeling Contractor For Your Project

Finding the best of anything can be like wading through a hay stack to find a needle. No one wants to waste their time on looking for someone to provide services that just don’t pan out. Here is a simple guide on how to find the right contractor for your Salt Lake City bathroom remodeling project.

Contractors Shouldn’t Cost a Fortune

Contractors are a special breed of workmen that aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty, know a lot about building and dismantling, and can sometimes cost more than you anticipated. Contractors shouldn’t cost more than you are willing to pay. A good contractor will sit down with you and map out a budget that will make both of you happy.

Contractors Should Know Their Specialty

When contractor shopping you need to find a contractor that is efficient in the services they offer. Who wants to pay for a bathroom remodeling contractor that knows next to nothing about bathroom remodeling? A Salt Lake City bathroom remodel isn’t something that anyone can do- so don’t believe the hype, interview around for the right one. There has to be a contractor in Utah that is worth hiring for work in Wasatch.

Contractors Should Be Open for Suggestions

No one likes to work with someone who doesn’t listen to their design ideas. You don’t want to get stuck with custom cabinet re-facing, counter-tops and tile floors that aren’t what you would have customized. You don’t want to waste your time and money on know-it-all contractors that put their interests above your project. A Salt Lake City bathroom remodel is a renovation and repair project that shouldn’t be one sided- especially when you’re the one footing the bill.

Now that you know some of the basic info regarding the type of contractors you do and do not want, take your time finding the one that will best fit your Salt Lake City bathroom remodel job. Based on the amount of time you have, the amount of money you want to spend, and the amount of frustration you are willing to endure your choices in contractors for your bathroom renovation could be endless- but don’t just pick anyone. You’ll want the best!

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