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A simple guide to help you pick cabinets, countertops, backsplash, flooring, and fixtures with confidence.
Intro
Remodeling a kitchen doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This guide walks you through each material choice step‑by‑step so you can make confident decisions without getting lost in options.
Cabinets
Cabinets set the tone for the entire kitchen. Choose these first, because everything else will match them.
Cabinets
Style: Shaker is the most popular — clean, modern, timeless.
Color:
White = bright and clean
Gray = modern
Wood tones = warm and natural
Layout:
Keep your current layout for best value
Add an island for storage/seating
Remove soffits for a taller, modern look
Shaker
Modern
Beadboard
Slab
Transitional
Traditional
Pro Tip: Pick cabinets that you will love for 10+ years.
Countertops
Countertops
Countertops should complement your cabinet color and style.
Most popular choices:
Quartz (low maintenance, modern)
Granite (natural stone, unique patterns)
Laminate (budget‑friendly)
Color tips:
White cabinets → white/gray tops
Gray cabinets → white, black, mixed tones
Wood cabinets → warm earth tones
Pro Tip: Undermount sinks look cleaner and make wiping counters easier.
Backsplash - The Accent Piece
Backsplash
Backsplash ties the whole kitchen together.
Popular options:
White subway tile
Large format tile
Mosaic accents
Color tips:
Match grout to countertop for a seamless look
Use contrasting grout for a bold, modern look
Pro Tip: If you want a simple, timeless kitchen - choose white subway tile
Flooring
Choose Last - Flooring should complement cabinets and countertops.
Best options:
LVP (waterproof, durable)
Tile (long‑lasting)
Laminate (budget‑friendly)
Color tips:
Light floors = bigger, brighter kitchen
Dark floors = cozy, dramatic
Gray floors = modern, neutral
LVP
Tile
Laminate
Pro Tip: If you have pets or kids, LVP is the best choice
Appliances
Measure Before You Buy Even if you’re keeping your appliances, measure them.
Key measurements:
Fridge width
Stove width
Dishwasher size
Microwave type
Pro Tip: Choose appliances before countertops and cabinets - installers need exact dimensions.
Lighting
Small Change, Big Impact Lighting can completely change the feel of your kitchen.
Lighting
Popular options:
Recessed lights
Pendant lights
Under‑cabinet lighting
Finish Options: Chrome, brushed nickel, matte black, gold
Pro Tip: Under-cabinet lighting makes your kitchen look high-end for a low cost.
Plumbing Fixtures
Your faucet should match your cabinet hardware and lighting.
Popular finishes:
Chrome
Brushed nickel
Matte black
Gold
Pro Tip: Pull-down faucets are the most functional and popular.
Paint
The Final Touch Choose paint after all other materials.
Popular colors:
Light gray
White
Soft beige
Blue‑gray tones
Pro Tip: Eggshell or satin for easy cleaning.
Simple Formula
The easiest way to build a great kitchen:
Shaker cabinets
Quartz countertops
White subway backsplash
LVP flooring
Matte black or brushed nickel fixtures
Clean, modern, timeless, and fits almost any home.
Ready to choose your Kitchen materials? Click the Kitchen Material Selection Form button below to select your kitchen material choices and submit. We will review your form submittal and contact you soon to discuss. Use of this questionaire can save hours in discussing kitchen material selections and provides a reference for use in ordering the right materials for your project.
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