Kitchen’s are arguably the most important room in the house, and for good reasons. To start, they’re used for cooking and baking food for all sorts of occasions, including birthdays and holidays. Further, they’re often used as a gathering space for friends and families. Memories are made in kitchens, so it’s important to keep your kitchen up to date. Unfortunately, totall kitchen remodels can be a very expensive project. The good news is that If you want to update your kitchen, you don't have to go the whole 9 yards. Kitchens are a space that can easily be updated in several ways that don't require a contracting company to complete. Here are some budget kitchen ideas that make a big impact.
Install Stainless Steel Appliances
Something that can make a kitchen or a kitchenette look out of date are the appliances that reside inside of it. Older ones not only lose their functionality, they can also make a kitchen look drab. Stainless steel appliances, including refrigerators and dishwashers, provide a clean look and appearance. They can also potentially boost the value of your home if you decide to sell in the future. Out with that old, off-white fridge and in with a sleek and shiny new one.
Refurbish Cabinets
If you’re thinking about having a contractor come in and replace all of your cabinetry, you might want to think twice. Installing new kitchen cabinets can cost over $10,000, which is a lot of money for something you might be able to take care of yourself. Cabinets over the years sustain a lot of wear and tear, and if yours are looking particularly rough, try repainting them yourself. This project will take a little bit of time to complete, but it’s not a particularly difficult project. You’ll need the right tools, including a primer, paint, finisher, and new hardware along with the time to get the job done. Choose a color that will compliment your kitchen and will provide a clean look that can last the next few years!
Replace Old Countertops
After years of cooking, baking, gathering, and whatever else you’ve been doing in your kitchen, your countertops might need a little bit of attention. Luckily, many countertops can be replaced pretty easily if you’re handy or can take some time to learn how to do so. There are plenty of online resources that give people the rundown on how to take out your old countertops and install new ones. Choose a surface that is less resilient to stain and is something that won’t look out of date in the next few years. Granite and quartz are a classic and can help you if you plan on selling your house down the road.
Repaint Walls
Repainting your walls is a fairly easy task and can brighten up your kitchen. Additionally, it’s going to be a budget friendly project that almost anyone can complete. We spend a lot of time in our kitchens, meaning that the walls have likely endured some stains, scuffs, and chips. Spend a long weekend adding a nice and bright set of paint to them or replacing any wallpaper. Choose a color that will look nice in your kitchen and that will also last a long time. Stay away from trendy shades and stick with the classics if you’re planning on selling.
Choose the Right Lighting
There are a lot of fun ways to incorporate lighting in your kitchen that will also be useful. Start with the basics, including adding in new track lighting to your ceiling as well as some recessed lights underneath your cabinets. If you want to add some creativity and make your kitchen pop, you can work with some fun sconces, pendants, and chandeliers. For example, if you have a dining nook, have fun with adding some linear pendants to this area. Chandeliers are an excellent way to create ambiance over a kitchen island. Lighting can modernize a kitchen quickly and without you having to spend thousands of dollars.
Update Storage
A kitchen without proper storage is going to be a cluttered one. There are plenty of ways to add additional storage to your kitchen without hiring a contractor. Start by using extra ceiling and wall space for shelves and hooks to store appliances and cooking supplies. If you have a pantry, use the back of the door for additional storage space.
Whether you’re selling your house or not, having a nice and updated kitchen is going to provide many benefits. Since this room is used so frequently, why not make it feel roomy and attractive. By repainting cabinets and walls, adding in some pretty new lights, and upgrading your storage, you can transform the look of your kitchen without breaking the bank! Further, when you contact a realtor to sell your house, you’ll already be well ahead of the game with your good as new kitchen.
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