Your kitchen is the most frequented room in your home. So, it’s only natural that it becomes the focus of your renovation dream—from daydreams of marble countertops to pleas for top-of-the-line appliances. Whether you plan to stay in your home for many more years or are planning to sell within the year there are many updates you can make to enjoy and also appeal to potential buyers. You don’t need a costly renovation to create a beautiful kitchen. Little changes can enrich your kitchen and transform it into a wonderful space for entertaining and dining.
Here are some budget conscious ways to add a pop of extravagance to your kitchen:
Spring Cleaning and Sparkle
As much as possible, make sure everything in the kitchen is clean and shiny. Pay particular attention to the storage space under the sink. This is the cabinet door most often opened by buyers.
Clean or Replace Your Sink
Does your sink have a few stains? That’s not unusual! There are special cleaning products available to get out the toughest stains without damaging or scratching the sink’s finish. If that doesn’t do the trick, consider replacing the sink.
Opt for New Bar Stools or Kitchen Chairs
Don’t underestimate the power of swanky furniture in a kitchen. You’re no longer limited to neutral fabrics or leather when it comes to bar stools. Plush armchairs with boldly coloured velvet can transform even the simplest kitchen into a luxe café. If you’re looking for something more natural and earthy, opt for a rattan and metal combination.
Upgrade your Faucet
A chrome kitchen faucet can be boring and predictable. The options for unique, eye-catching faucets are limitless today, from sleek matte black options, to luxe gold and bronze designs. Pick a faucet that will accent the finishes in the rest of the kitchen i.e. cabinet hardware.
Reimagine your Backsplash
Re-grouting the tile in your backsplash is a good way to freshen it up and make it look new again. If the tile is dated, consider replacing it with a new modern look, keeping in mind what will appeal to a buyer, should you wish to sell in the near future.
Lighting
Lighting can have an enormous impact on the look and feel of the kitchen. Experiment with new lighting ideas. Try different bulb wattages. Consider a new lighting fixture that looks good and distributes the light more pleasantly.
Freshen up the cabinetry
Do you have old cabinets? You’d be surprised by how much newer they can look simply by replacing the knobs and/or handles. Also make sure hinges and hardware work properly.
Open shelves make your kitchen look and feel larger. They also add more usable space and the opportunity to add more décor elements.
A Fresh Coat of Paint
Whether for the walls, ceiling, baseboards and trim or you decide to give a facelift to your cabinets, a fresh coat of paint can update the look! Consider asking a professional if you haven’t refinished or painted cabinets before.
Organized Cabinets
Use organizing containers to keep the items inside your cabinets and drawers neat and tidy. Some suggestions are cutlery organizers, pull outs, a lazy susan, pantry containers etc.
