While cooking and entertaining in your kitchen can be the source of joyful memories, cleaning up is never much fun. Luckily, if you're planning a kitchen remodeling project, you can integrate several design features to minimize the time you spend tidying up. The following looks at three of the easiest to implement ideas.

How to Design a Low-Maintenance Kitchen

1. Avoid Open Storage

While you might be tempted to show off those vintage cocktail glasses, floating shelves and open cabinets can be hard to keep neat. Dust, grease, and grime settle on these surfaces readily, as well as on the dishes and cookware themselves. Furthermore, if you have kids or pets, open lower cabinets can facilitate an accident that results in broken dishware. Instead, opt for storage solutions with doors.

2. Get an Undermount Sink

When you’re wiping crumbs or soaking up spills on your countertop, the ledge around traditional sinks can make the matter difficult. If you ask your contractor for an undermount sink, you can get rid of this obstacle since it will sit flush with the countertop. That way, as you drag your sponge along the counter, you can push crumbs directly into the basin and down to the garbage disposal. These sinks also eliminate the nuisance of mold and mildew buildup around the edges.

3. Opt for Smooth Surfaces

If you’ve ever had a gas cooktop, you know the hassle of cleaning stains and crumbs out of its nooks and crannies. Instead, opt for a seamless induction stovetop; it comes with a smooth surface that sits even with the countertop.

For the backsplash, choose a solid material such as a long slab of quartz—since the grout lines between tiles can be challenging to scrub clean.

To start planning your kitchen remodeling project with these innovative tips, reach out to Redebu Builders of Independence, MN. They specialize in high-end renovations for local homeowners—whether they want to rejuvenate their basement, cooking area, or their entire house. They’ll handle every aspect of the project, from the aesthetic design to the plumbing and electrical work. To view examples of their past projects, visit the website. Call (612) 298-4302 to set up a free kitchen remodeling consultation.