When renovation is finally done, there is excitement — then comes the surprising part: you become scared to use the kitchen. You worry about scratching the countertop, staining the sink, or burning the cabinet edges.
Then real life happens:
knives mark surfaces
pans leave stains
grout changes color
shelves get cluttered again
This is normal. Kitchens are not museums — they are working spaces. A good renovation is not one that stays perfect forever; it’s one that handles everyday mess without falling apart.
Use the kitchen. Let it age. That lived-in look is proof it serves you.
