How to Use Kitchen Design Software
Kitchen design software will allow you to explore numerous options and styles when considering remodeling your kitchen. You can plan the types of cabinets to be installed, as well as the appliances before any actual removal of the old pieces.
The software will teach you how to design a kitchen that the new items fit together flawlessly. The best part is after you have designed your new kitchen you can print it out and provide the information to your contractor if you aren't doing it yourself.
Supplies
- Measuring tape
- Smart Draw
- Open the software and follow the prompts on your computer.
- Use a measuring tape to get the exact measurements of your kitchen.
- Type in the dimensions of your kitchen, enter the width, depth and height. This will make the design more accurate in its outcome.
- Select the kitchen floor plan template, or you can choose a blank plan. To locate these click either "Floor Plans" then "Kitchens" or "Basic" depending on the type of plan you want to open.
- Click on the "Door's and Windows" tab. Now scroll through the options. Select the door or window from the menu, click and drag it to a position on your grid.
- Now it's time to put in cabinets. Select "Construction" and then click on the "More" link. Click on the "Bookcases and Cabinet" tab. Run through the list, then click and drag over each cabinetry item you want to install. This will place it onto your grid.
- Select your appliances. To do this, click on the "Applicance" option. You can choose the items you want to install from a refrigerator, oven, stove or microwaves. Place the object on the main grid by clicking on it.
- When you have finished installing your cabinets and appliances, it's time to save and print your newly-designed kitchen. To save, simply select the disk icon to save your information.