When changing the kitchen units do you change the built in appliances as well or built them into the new units

Question

I am thinking of changing my kitchen units in the near future. It is years old and so are the built in appliances. They are all working prefect but was wondering should I change them also or continue using them until they no longer work.

Answer 1

If you own the place, it's all up to you...  If you want that smooth top halogen electric cook top, regardless of how much it costs.. go for it.. (I love my mom's but I won't pay for it).  I love gas personally, yet i've lived in apartments with all electric.  When it comes to a home, renting or owing, we all make due to some extent.  When you find a place you love, you live in it, and you love it, but when you own it, you live in it, and you still love it, but you have the chance to make it (in your mind) better.  When you own a place, I think it should suit the owner.  If you love cooking on the "eclectic" units, why change it?  (expecially if it's gas (my opinion)), and in regards to cost effectiveness, think "is it that bad?"  Personally, If I had a burner with "hella" uneven heat, that would be criteria for replacement, but if it's even heat, and you still can kick *** at the stove (or the hubby or kiddos can) you may want to reconsider the kitchen renovation.  If I've learned to cook electric (gasp) many others can to.  (I kinda hope you're a wood burner.. I relate to that (best foods ever!))

Answer 2

It's entirely a matter of choice. It is nice to get all new appliances with a new fitted kitchen.

Answer 3

i would continue to use them, If it ain't broke, don't fix it. You would save a bit of money too.  

Answer 4

I would keep them, but freshen them up with new doors or paint the cupboard doors with the special paint you can get from DIY stores.

I don't know about the appliances. If they are in good working order, you could keep them, or sell them and replace with new.

Answer 5

The units you are planning to install may have to be cut to accommodate the appliances you have at present

You say they are old ! Imagine if one of them breaks down beyond repair and you have to buy a new one in the very near future,can you be sure the new one will fit into the hole you have cut for the old appliance, if the hole for say the bench top hot plate is too big it will necessitate you having to buy a new worktop as well as the appliance if it does break down. My advice is to buy new appliances with an extended warranty    

Answer 6

I would recommend replacing them.  As one responder stated, if you were to keep them, and replace them later when they do break down, what's to say they will fit in the existing holes?  

The other thing to consider is the efficiency of the existing appliances.  If you get new appliances now, they will be much more energy efficient than the old ones.

Answer 7

I am thinking that maybe I will start a new/old trend and go for furniture with backs, like sideboards and a huge solid kitchen table made of chunky pine.

The table could come in handy (wink wink).  More tea vicar?

Answer 8

You should also consider whether or not you plan to sell your house in the near future. New appliances will help you sell your house and increase your profit. If you are in the US, you know that the housing market is pretty bad right now. Any advantage you can gain, go for it...assuming you can afford it. Why customize a kitchen around old appliances that may need to be replaced sooner than later?

Answer 9

It depends on the money situation. If money is no option then you can change them. If money is not too good then use them until they no longer work.