We don’t always have lots of money on hand when the time comes to renovating the kitchen. However, if there ever were a room that should be front and centre it’s surely this one! Thankfully, there are ways to give it a facelift without carrying out a complete renovation and, most importantly, without getting in the red. Here are some ideas to help you refresh your kitchen!
Replace Some Kitchen Cabinets With Shelves
If your kitchen provides sufficient storage space, you might consider removing a few cabinets and replacing them with contemporary shelving as a solution. This will make the room feel larger by opening the space up. Plus, it will give you the opportunity of adding to your decor by displaying inspiring decorative items. Another idea is to use the shelves to showcase your best cups and mugs or your fine china set, therefore optimizing storage.
Install a Vibrant Backsplash
Sometimes all you need to do is add some colour or texture to completely transform a room. The backsplash is the perfect place to do so! Some tiles are very affordable. If the cabinets and countertops are already brightly coloured, choose a neutral yet textured backsplash, with a raised surface, for example. If, on the contrary, the kitchen colours are light, go for a boldly coloured or patterned backsplash.
Fill the Wall With Cabinets
It has become trendy over the past few years to install kitchen cabinets up to the ceiling. This adds a nice impression of height to the room. If your kitchen is not in this style, it is easy to create this effect by adding more cabinets, with or without doors. The open cabinets can be used to display decorative accessories or kitchen tools. Ideally, you should select cabinets that match the colour of the existing ones.
Use Peel and Stick Facing
It is possible to give new life to out-of-style cabinets by covering them with a self-adhesive film. This is called refacing. Some companies offer dozens of designs, many of which imitate wood or thermoplastic. The results are impressive! Be aware, however, that this material cannot be applied over damaged surfaces as the results will inevitably be disappointing. They must be repaired beforehand.
Change the Handles
You can refresh your kitchen’s look by simply changing your cabinet and drawer handles. Do not underestimate their impact! Choose either a classical or contemporary style to match the overall kitchen design. You will find a large selection to pick from at the hardware store.
Add Hanging Light Fixtures
Contemporary homes often have hanging lights over the island, usually three. Could you do the same thing in your kitchen? If yes, know that it is not always necessary to have an electrician come over to install electrical outlets into the ceiling. You could, for example, have the cords run along the ceiling and wall, and then plug the fixtures into the wall.
Paint the Wood
Are your wood cabinets seriously dated, but you doubt that painting them would be a good idea? You are not alone! Many people refuse to paint over wood. And yet, it’s an economical way to revitalize the kitchen. Plus, it will always be possible to sand them down in a few years to bring back the original wood surface. Test it out on a single door to you see if you are ready to take the plunge!
Paint the Wood
Are your wood cabinets seriously dated, but you doubt that painting them would be a good idea? You are not alone! Many people refuse to paint over wood. And yet, it’s an economical way to revitalize the kitchen. Plus, it will always be possible to sand them down in a few years to bring back the original wood surface. Test it out on a single door to you see if you are ready to take the plunge!
As you can see, you don’t always have to undergo a complete renovation to improve the look of a room. If you want to sell your house and attract buyers with an up-to-date kitchen, don’t be shy about asking your broker for more design ideas.