Know The Right Terminology Before Starting
Your Kansas City Kitchen Remodel

Go Into Your Next Kitchen Remodeling Project
Informed And Educated

Sometimes Kansas City homeowners feel stressed and overwhelmed when it comes to their kitchen remodels. After all, there are so many decisions to make and questions to answer and ask, many containing brand-new terms.

To ensure the best communication during your kitchen remodeling project, we want to help inform and empower our customers. When everyone is on the same page, problems are avoided, and clear lines of understanding and trust are built.

So, before starting your next kitchen remodeling project, here are some helpful terms to ensure you get exactly what you want and need.

Backsplash 

Kitchen backsplashes are extensions of your countertops, usually a couple of inches high, and connect your counter to the wall behind. They can also extend from the top of the counter to the bottom of the kitchen cabinets.

In general, backsplashes help protect the backing wall behind countertops, stopping water and other liquid splash-ups and counter messes from hitting the wall behind. Backsplashes are much easier to wipe off and clean than walls, paint, and wallpaper are, making them appealing to use in high-use areas.

They are typically made of tile but can also consist of different materials. Many homeowners use backsplashes to add a decorative accent to their kitchen by using a different tile from the rest of the counter, adding detail and depth to their kitchen remodel. It’s an excellent opportunity to bring in a touch of color without overwhelming it.

Wall Tile 

Tile isn’t just used behind the stove or countertops – homeowners can use tile in several places when remodeling their kitchen. On the floor, on the countertops, and even on the walls. Wall tile is often looked over when imagining an updated kitchen but never goes out of style. They’re practical, easy to clean, protect your kitchen walls, and always look great, adding style and design to the area.

Wall tiles come in various shapes and sizes, including squares, rectangles, and hexagons, giving the homeowner multiple choices. Some tiles are sold individually, but many come in easy-to-install sheets that are already connected. Kitchen tiles come in various materials, such as ceramic, glossy or matte PVC, and porcelain.

In addition to material, tiles come in several different looks or styles, such as marble, wood, and stone. You can also choose to tile only certain parts of your kitchen, giving it more texture and dimension.

Flooring 

Choosing the perfect floor for your kitchen remodel is a big decision, as it needs to flow with the rest of the home’s flooring and blend with your new kitchen counters and cabinets. There are many styles, sizes, and materials to consider when shopping for the right flooring.

Because kitchens are one of the most high-traffic areas of a house, it’s also crucial to pick durable flooring that will stand up to the various elements within a kitchen. Besides a lot of foot traffic, kitchen flooring endures spills, splashes, and drops, making it essential to choose flooring that doesn’t stain easily, is easy to clean, and doesn’t chip or crack easily.

Popular kitchen flooring materials include laminate, hardwood, tile, cork, concrete, and marble. The kind of flooring you’ll want will depend on how often your kitchen is frequented and how it is mainly used.

Counters 

Counters probably see the most action in the kitchen by providing a place of storage, rest, and work. Because counters get used so often, you must consider what kind of counter you want for your next kitchen remodel. The quality of counter material can make or break a kitchen.

Usually, stones like granite or marble are used to manufacture countertops, ensuring longevity and the ability to withstand years of wear and tear. Choosing a counter that works with your flooring and cabinets in style, color, and texture is also important.

It’s also essential to install your counters professionally, as much more goes into the process than meets the eye. It might look like counters are simply laid on top of your cabinets, but ensuring the correct size and measurements is crucial.

Lighting 

Lighting usually gets left as an afterthought when it comes to kitchen remodeling, but the lighting will greatly influence the overall look and tone of your new kitchen. The kitchen typically has four types of lighting: recessed, pendant, cabinet, and surface.

Each type of lighting serves a different purpose, as recessed lighting provides a large amount of ambient light and works primarily as functional lighting. Pendant lighting adds more style than functionality, while cabinet lighting offers more of a mood than practicality.

Surface lighting is directed at specific work areas and usually consists of an overhead, directional source. Like recessed lighting, surface lighting is mainly a functional light source and can often be moved as needed.

Let Our Kansas City Company Help With Your
Next Kitchen Remodel

At Jericho Home Improvements, we know everything there is to know about Kansas City kitchen remodels, from the best products on the market to the latest installation techniques. Our pride and professionalism shows in our stunning kitchen remodel results.

We’re so sure of our work we offer the only guaranteed remodeling results in Kansas City. As an A+ accredited company with the Better Business Bureau, we’ve also been the proud recipients of many industry awards.

Try us out by contacting us for a free kitchen remodeling consultation!