From screw +â -ed. 1  The modern sense of screwed originates in the mid-1600's with a sense of to screw as a means of exerting pressure or coercion, probably in reference to instruments of torture (e.g. thumbscrews). It quickly gained a wider general sense of in a bind; in unfortunate inescapable circumstances. When the verb screw gained a sexual connotation in the early 1700's, it joined the long-lasting association of sexual imagery as a metaphor for domination, leading to screwed gaining synonyms like fucked and shagged.
While many of the prices above may seem intimidating, know that all include professional installation or repair. If youâre working with a small kitchen, expect to pay between $5,000 and $12,000 on your kitchen renovation. Nonetheless, whether youâre working with a small or big kitchen, the best way to cut costs is to DIY.
Just keep in mind that this type of renovation doesn't come cheap. Even a minor kitchen remodel averages $19,588, according to Remodeling magazine's annual Cost vs. Value report, though homeowners can expect to recoup 72% of the cost at resale.