Polyester Cabinetry: An Affordable and Attractive Solution for Your New Kitchen Design

Design featuring polyester cabinetry by Sarah Holmstrom, Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

Yes, you read that correctly – polyester cabinetry!

Heat and scratch resistant, polyester cabinetry is a great way to get the kitchen you want without going over budget.

Not only is it easy to clean and durable, it also offers the illusion of wood and has become an affordable and stylish choice for today's homeowner.

Design featuring polyester cabinetry by Sarah Holmstrom, Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

At Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre, our designers rely on the quality and selection of Miralis, a Canadian company specializing in high-end kitchen cabinetry since 1976. Their five-piece polyester cabinetry is available in a wide variety of colours and styles. 

To learn more about how you can save money by incorporating polyester cabinetry into your kitchen or bath design, call Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre today at 905-686-2001 or drop by our showroom to view our onsite samples. Have a question? Email us at contact@mkbi.com.

Design featuring polyester cabinetry by Sarah Holmstrom, Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

For more information on Miralis, visit www.miralis.com.

Which Home Renovations Yield the Best Return on Investment?

Whether you’re renovating to meet your changing needs or trying to improve the overall look of your home, it never hurts to consider what the return on your design investment will be.

According to yearly surveys done by the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC), refurbished kitchen and bathrooms continually yield the best return on investment, with 75 to 100 per cent of spending for these renovations recovered at resale. Interior painting, a new roof or heating system and a finished basement also ranked high (see full list below).

Of course, a high return on investment is only possible if the renovation is done tastefully, adheres to local building codes, and is in line with current trends.

Avoid projects that set your home apart from other houses in your neighbourhood. The AIC advises: “If the value of your house exceeds the average market value in your neighbourhood, your renovations will not yield much return. But if your house value is below the average, you can recover a larger part of the renovation costs.”

Whatever your reason for updating your home, Monarch designers can help. Working with you from conception to completion, our customized design services include complete project management and the use of licensed, insured and bonded tradespeople. In addition, we offer three lines of custom cabinetry covering a range of budget options perfect for your house, condominium or cottage.

Percentage of investment recovered upon resale:

Kitchen upgrade: 75% to 100%
Bathroom upgrade: 75% to 100%
Interior painting: 50% to 100%
Roof replacement: 50% to 80%
Replacement of furnace or heating system: 50% to 80%
Expansion (addition of family room): 50% to 75%
Doors and windows: 50% to 75%
Deck: 50% to 75%
Installation of hardwood floor: 50% to 75%
Construction of a garage: 50% to 75%
Fireplace (wood or gas) 50% to 75%
Central air conditioning: 50% to 75%
Finished basement: 50% to 75%
Wood fence: 25% to 50%
Interlocking paving stones on driveway: 25% to 50%
Landscaping: 25% to 50%
Asphalt driveway: 20% to 50%
Pool: 10% to 40%
Skylights: 0% to 25%

Sleek Lines and Rich Dark Custom Cabinetry Are Key in This Striking Whitby Kitchen Design by Monarch

Whitby Kitchen Design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

Whitby Kitchen Design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

Whitby Kitchen Design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre

Whitby Kitchen Design by Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre