My wife got in touch with our future neighbor. They have already ordered and paid a deposit for their kitchen (completion of our semi-detached house is July 2017). Now my wife wants us to buy the kitchen as well. I think it’s a bit too early.
Of course, you should know the kitchen layout before submitting the electrical plan, but there are still several months until then. If I am supposed to submit the electrical plan after the shell construction, that would be around the beginning of 2017.
She said that kitchen deals are currently very good. When I occasionally browse through the weekly newspaper ads, I always see offers from one of the many kitchen studios and furniture stores.
I can also imagine that nowadays you can buy a kitchen for €10,000 (about $11,000) and have it installed only after more than 12 months. What are your experiences with this?
Of course, you should know the kitchen layout before submitting the electrical plan, but there are still several months until then. If I am supposed to submit the electrical plan after the shell construction, that would be around the beginning of 2017.
She said that kitchen deals are currently very good. When I occasionally browse through the weekly newspaper ads, I always see offers from one of the many kitchen studios and furniture stores.
I can also imagine that nowadays you can buy a kitchen for €10,000 (about $11,000) and have it installed only after more than 12 months. What are your experiences with this?
If your builder or architect says you need something, then do it. Otherwise, schedule the kitchen selection for a time when you have the availability.
Usually, just before construction starts, there is still some flexibility—not only in terms of your schedule but also mentally. Minor changes can still be made during the shell construction phase.
Usually, just before construction starts, there is still some flexibility—not only in terms of your schedule but also mentally. Minor changes can still be made during the shell construction phase.
Regarding point 1.
If you know exactly where you want which cabinets and what appliances, the installation plan can also be created together with the electrician; there is no need to involve a kitchen planner.
Regarding point 2.
I am not aware of manufacturers increasing prices.
Unless it falls into the peak holiday season, placing an order 8-10 weeks in advance is usually more than enough.
Your skepticism is certainly understandable.
If you know exactly where you want which cabinets and what appliances, the installation plan can also be created together with the electrician; there is no need to involve a kitchen planner.
Regarding point 2.
I am not aware of manufacturers increasing prices.
Unless it falls into the peak holiday season, placing an order 8-10 weeks in advance is usually more than enough.
Your skepticism is certainly understandable.
So if you only consider the release of new models, it’s straightforward. Because older models lose value and therefore become even cheaper.
On the other hand, the general annual price adjustment (not just for kitchens, but overall) usually takes place at the beginning of the year.
But just the fact that the "consultant" (i.e., salesperson) says this would make me more skeptical than anxious.
After all, their (percentage) commission would actually increase with the price rise rather than decrease. This means there are probably other reasons behind it (maybe an urgent need to compensate for vacation pay, preparing for their year-end results, etc.).
You should let go of the idea that any kind of salesperson is looking out for your best interests. Doing so makes life more relaxed and helps you make better decisions.
The few salespeople nationwide who genuinely want to help might be overlooked this way, but at least you won’t be fooled by the other 99%.
On the other hand, the general annual price adjustment (not just for kitchens, but overall) usually takes place at the beginning of the year.
But just the fact that the "consultant" (i.e., salesperson) says this would make me more skeptical than anxious.
After all, their (percentage) commission would actually increase with the price rise rather than decrease. This means there are probably other reasons behind it (maybe an urgent need to compensate for vacation pay, preparing for their year-end results, etc.).
You should let go of the idea that any kind of salesperson is looking out for your best interests. Doing so makes life more relaxed and helps you make better decisions.
The few salespeople nationwide who genuinely want to help might be overlooked this way, but at least you won’t be fooled by the other 99%.
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HilfeHilfe22 Aug 2016 07:40Year-end rush, they want to secure the annual bonuses.
I would wait at least until the shell construction is finished.
I would wait at least until the shell construction is finished.
We bought our kitchen in July, probably before the first ground was broken. Topic closed. This way, we can incorporate the kitchen into the planning early on—with the electrician, plumber, window installer...
In addition, we secured the old prices while still having the option to upgrade in the fall if we prefer a new color.
In addition, we secured the old prices while still having the option to upgrade in the fall if we prefer a new color.
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