DIY: Kitchen tips

1. Don’t Do it on the Cheap

As one of the most expensive purchases you will ever have to make, dont compromise on the quality. Going through an established independent retailer will ensure you get the very best in fitting and products. Don't fall short on furniture quality - family activity centers around the kitchen and your kitchen will suffer regular wear and tear so your kitchen will need to be robust and hard wearing. This is the most important room of the house and it's also the room you're likely to spend most of your time in, particularly if it is a kitchen diner and living space all in one so choose your supplier wisely. Tips and ideas provided by Wentworth Kitchens

2. Don't move, improve!

Planning a new kitchen is an absolute must for anyone seriously looking to boost their home's value and it could add up to 10 per cent in value to your home. Always remember it's the first thing a potential buyer will look for in the future. Extensions are an ideal investment if you need more space or to open up the main living areas to create a spacious kitchen diner. Tips and ideas provided by Wentworth Kitchens

3. Pick a kitchen that matches the style of your home

Always choose a contemporary kitchen for a modern home, or something more traditional for a period property to keep in line with what will suit. Also research kitchen styles to pick up the one that suits YOU best too. Some of the most loved designs include kitchen islands and a U-shaped kitchen. Tips and ideas provided by Wentworth Kitchens

4. Set your budget

Before you even start to look for appliances or cabinets, you need to think about your project, set a budget, and decide on a style. Kitchen planning need not necessarily be too expensive or tiresome. However, it is always best to assess what you need, what you want and how much you want to spend beforehand. Tips and ideas provided by Wentworth Kitchens

5. Get your sizes right

6. Maximise on your space

The wider the cabinet the more cost effective your kitchen will be. You can fit much more into wider drawers, particularly if you include internal storage components such as pan drawer fittings and carousels. Taller wall cabinets are more cost effective than standard height wall cabinets for the same reason (as long as you can reach the top shelf!). Check the number of drawers your new kitchen design provides and how many of them may be false. Better to swap things around to ensure you have as many working drawers as possible to ensure youre getting the most for your money. It could be slightly cheaper buying "Hi-Line" base cabinets with a separate nest of drawers if suitable for your kitchen design. Tips and ideas provided by Wentworth Kitchens