Outfitting and refurnishing is something which can come about for a number of reasons; with repairs due to damage, outfitting a new kitchen, or going for a new look – and it can require a lot of questions on the behalf of the client to the contractor doing the work, with one of the most important being how long it will take.

This and the cost of the project play and an important role in the client’s decision making and planning. It is important because, for that entire period where the building is taking place, the act of rebuilding a kitchen inevitably means that the person in question will be unable to use their kitchen. The realities of this will often result in a reassessment of the plan.

From the contractor’s perspective, this is a difficult question to ask. Firstly, you’re never really sure how long something is going to take until you fully understand what the process will entail; which you never really achieve until you’ve begun it. It is usually best to expect it to take in excess of a month for a complete refurnishing or outfitting. If the contractor is reasonable and understanding, then they will usually make sure that some of the kitchen is available for use as early on in the process as possible, such as the tap or a place for a microwave.