Ready To Assemble cabinets are a reasonable way to have that designer kitchen without breaking the bank. I am going to tell you step by step a way to achieve the kitchen of your dreams or real close too it. Remember, there are several different kitchen cabinet styles to match your unique personality.

Step 1 : Build a budget, You need to know just how much you've got to spend, Lower it by a couple of Hundred for in case you need it for overages.

Step 2 : Select colours, For example if you are doing a total remodel you will need to choose Wall colours, Cupboard Colours , Floor color & type, Counter top color and type. This can appear to be an overpowering task but you can do it. Go to the bookstore look through all the magazines and look at all the color combinations. Buy the book or magazine that has your colors. Remember way out colours are not always good if you are planning to sell your home in some years.

Step 3 : The next item on our list is design. It all starts and ends with the right kitchen cabinets plans. Most RTA ( Prepared to assemble ) cupboard shops have design services that you can use for free, you may need have to provide measurements and other information requested by the retailer. Another way is buy some graph paper and put a little design together yourself, play with it and have fun, you've got a blank slate. The web has great self help areas.

Step 4 : A few Items you must consider. Appliances, Lighting Fixtures, Sinks, Taps . This often is an element of the design phase. Infrequently you aren't replacing these, just reusing.

Step 5: Once you've got a design all your colours and a cabinet style it's time to start, Order your cupboards, Flooring and so on. You'll need to get rid of all of your cupboards. Counter tops, and anything more you are replacing. Get your walls painted any electrical or plumbing moved for example. Install Floors and than you are prepared for cabinet installation.

Step 6: RTA cupboards are the best bang for the buck. You can get an all wood designer cabinet for thousands less. You've got to do a bit more work but it will save you in the long run. If assembly and installation are just out of your league, hire an installer. Get some quotes ask for references. Don't be afraid to check out wholesale kitchen cabinets as well for more potential savings.

Step 7: Counter tops, Laminate is the best priced followed by granite, solid surface and Quartz. If the budget is tight select a HD laminate with a special edge until you are able to afford the real stuff.

Step 8: The Home Stretch. Install sink dishwasher, all the other appliances. Touch up paint or add an ornamental tile back splash. Now set back and look at all that you have acheived and pat yourself on your back.