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10 tips to improve your kitchen without renovation
For many, the kitchen is the most important room in the house and the room where we spend the most time. But what can you do if your kitchen is boring... or outdated... and you simply don't have the budget to remodel it?
Renovating your kitchen can be very costly. In fact, it's one of the most expensive rooms in a house to renovate. And it often costs at least twice as much as homeowners initially think it will.
Many people need to redo their kitchen in phases.
Alternatively, you can do things on a smaller budget. We're going to share 7 key ideas that can make a big difference in your kitchen without breaking the bank.
1. **Paint the Walls**
One of the easiest and least expensive ways to refresh your kitchen is to give it a new coat of paint. Changing the color can give an entirely new atmosphere to your kitchen.
2. **Paint the Kitchen Cabinets**
If you have those outdated oak cabinets and want to change them, paint them. It's an excellent way to renovate the kitchen without spending a fortune. It will work wonders and give an excellent touch to the kitchen. Plus, it's faster than installing new cabinets and countertops. (Yes, when you replace kitchen cabinets, it sets off a domino effect and usually ends up replacing the countertop, sink..., and you also need a plumber... so costs escalate quickly, and it can be a several-week project, with the kitchen out of commission.)
3. **Replace Appliances**
Replace the refrigerator, oven, stovetop or range, or dishwasher...
This can really make a big difference, especially if your appliances are outdated. In addition to giving your kitchen a fresh look, these appliances will actually save you money on energy costs (especially the refrigerator and dishwasher).
Of course, you'll pay less for a plumber if you do it all at once.
4. **Replace Handles on Kitchen Cabinets**
One that gives a special touch is nickel handles for cabinets. This is another budget-friendly product that can make a big difference, especially if your cabinet handles are outdated. And, if you're a do-it-yourself enthusiast, it's a fairly easy job. Cool colors are in, meaning brushed nickel (or chrome). Most prefer brushed nickel as it looks better and matches better with stainless steel appliances. Brushed nickel costs a little more, but in my opinion, it's worth it, especially because it's a small investment.
5. **Replace the Faucet**
This is another easy job, especially if you do it yourself. It doesn't really require plumbing adjustments. Again, stainless steel is the most popular.
Right now, the most popular ones are tall and straight, giving your kitchen a truly spectacular elegance.
6. **New Lighting**
Pendant lights are in fashion. Good lighting is crucial, gives a feeling of space, and an extra touch of design.
7. **Install New Flooring**
Flooring is something that is often left when trying to improve the kitchen without renovating, but it's something that adds a very interesting depth and modernizes your kitchen, so we recommend looking at flooring examples to get an idea.
If you're thinking of renovating several rooms in your home, we recommend doing it all at once, as this helps reduce costs instead of doing it one by one.
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