The kitchen is the most often used room in the house, therefore remodelling will become the most all consuming renovation that the average homeowner will undertake. Before beginning, making a few plans can save on much heartache, frustration and help maintain a budget. The first thing to consider is who will do the remodel. A complete kitchen renovation takes a lot of skill in many areas. The many trades involved in a kitchen remodel include carpenters, plumbers, and electricians. A contractor will also do the planning and decision making. All this needs to be taken into consideration before making it a do it yourself project. Couples also need to consider the stress their relationship will be put under when taking it on together. If all of this is taken into consideration and it is still going to be a home done renovation, then planning will be the critical factor in a smooth renovation. Do many hours of reading over months. Ask questions on forums, read magazines for ideas and “how to” articles. Talk with family or friends that have already gone through the experience, learning from their mistakes. Ask about time as well, finding out how long it took remodel your own kitchen can be a major deterrent for some. Budget will be the first plan made. Without sticking to a budget the costs of a simple kitchen remodel can rise out of control, $10, 000 quickly turning into $75, 000 or higher. Setting a total budget for the whole project will help set the budget price on the many items to be purchased. This planning saves from sinking all available funds into just cabinets for example. Also, plan at least fifteen percent of the total budget to be spent on costs that can not be prepared for. Appliances and cabinets will take up the majority of the budget. They should also take up a fair amount of time planning. The colors and options are quite vast now, taking the time to plan exactly what kind of atmosphere the kitchen will create is a good question to consider. Time is a major factor as well. Most people find living without a kitchen is not feasible for a long period of time, especially if the home has children. The more planning that can be done before the project starts, is time well invested. Planning turns a hassle into a smooth kitchen renovation.