Extreme Front of the House Makeover: Less Downtime and Expense

Remodeling a restaurant is not only a big expense but can also lead to downtime when you can least afford it. According to a 2017 Restaurant Owners survey, fitting out a 1,000-square-foot bar and commercial kitchen, including equipment like burners and espresso machines, carries an average cost of about $75,000, or $80 per square foot, which can vary by market.Experienced designers know that there are tips, tricks and products that can get your restaurant up and running more quickly while reducing expenses and waste, says Peter Elliott, 3M global business development manager. Here are refresh and remodel solutions that can save time and money.Don’t Replace Your Countertop — Cover ItWhat if you could take that tired lunch counter and replace it with rich and elegant stone or other modern-looking materials? While marble or slate might be pricey, 3M™ DI-NOC™ Architectural Finish film comes in 17 different stone designs.

When paired with a protective overlaminate, you can get…