5 Expensive Kitchen Materials And Their Cheaper Alternatives In 2024

Flooring

Hardwood floors have always been in high-demand due to their aesthetic look, feel, and quality. They can endure a lot and feel good to the touch. However, the cheaper alternative of engineered hard wood or laminate can be just as good with the difference in quality being negligible.  Vinyl flooring is also a less expensive selection with a very convincing artificial pattern.

Countertops

Marble is a beautiful style of countertop that can go as high as $150 per square foot. This attractive material looks great but its propensity for scratches and stains doesn’t exactly make it worth it. Laminate countertops can be used for a fraction of the price and can look almost exactly like marble with the “faux” designs.

Cabinets

Custom built wood cabinetry can cost up to hundreds of dollars per cabinet. The result is a fully cohesive appearance that’s in keeping with the current taste for clean, understated design. The lesser expensive alternative is to refinish your current cabinets with a fresh coat of paint or to reface them by replacing the doors and/or adding veneers to them.

Appliances

Separate steam ovens can cost several thousand dollars and are sold as a healthy way to prepare your food. This new trend in high-end appliances is unnecessary. Think about getting an induction range cooktop, which uses delivers pinpoint heating and control.

Sinks

Stainless steel sinks are clearly the way to go when getting a sink – most people buy stainless steel more often than any other style. However, getting your sink under-mounted heavily increases the price in addition to the stress it causes to install. Consider not under mounting your sink to save on the cost and the headache.  

Conclusion

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