Did you know that homeowners or people with recently updated kitchens live healthier lifestyles than their counterparts with less functional and outdated kitchens? Well, this is thanks to a Houzz report. If you haven’t considered sprucing up your kitchen, you might want to board that train. You will be surprised by how affordable it is to do so. In this article, we share some ideas that you will definitely love trying.
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Plug in a pendant light
At the heart of the home is the light. Choosing the right light for your kitchen can turn your kitchen from looking “meeh” to “snazzy” within seconds. However, before you do so, you should do some quick research on the best lighting. A great option would be the pendant light because they come in many forms, are aesthetic, and are very practical.
Decorate your kitchen with a small rug
Kitchens can be transformed by the simple introduction of a rug to warm up a space. A rug is not just something you add to step on in your kitchen. It can add color, warmth, and style to a room all at one roll. From runners to round mats, there is quite a good number of options to work with creatively. For example, if you have a narrow or small kitchen, a runner will help widen the room and bring the idea of more space.
Also, you can choose a rug depending on your current interior design style. If you have a rustic kitchen style, a vintage or kilim rug would be the perfect addition. On the other hand, if you gravitate toward a clean, crisp and neutral kitchen, something modern would suffice.
Work on your kitchen cabinets
When thinking of affordable ways to spruce up your kitchen, working on your kitchen cabinets is, inarguable, a must-do. Cabinets improve the value of your kitchen and make your life easier on a day-day basis. I know what you are thinking. Are kitchen cabinets cheap? Yes, you can find some cheap kitchen cabinets without compromising on quality. All you need to do is do some quick research, then sit back and enjoy the luxury of upgrading your kitchen cabinets.
Organize your kitchen
Sometimes, it feels like half of our time in the kitchen involves finding ingredients and fetching things. Doing this is not only tiring but can cause a big mess. You can stop this by investing in storage solutions. Adding cabinet accessories for every day is an excellent way of updating your kitchen. For instance, you can install roll-out trays, pull-outs, or blind corner organizers to keep everything within your reach. You can also add dividers, racks to keep utensils and cookware organized.
Quick tips
- Get some beautiful DIY storage jars to store all essential ingredients like sugar and flour.
- Use a DIY Cup stand Tree to keep your mugs within reach.
Paint it away!
Did you know that a single coat of paint can change the mood and ambiance of a room? A single coat of paint can transform a room from outdated to cutting-edge, dark to bright and welcoming. Since this is where you spend most of your family time, you want to make sure that you choose the right shade of paint.
Below are some great tips to help you choose the correct paint for your kitchen
- If you love nature, try mother nature colors. Blues, greens, and greys work perfectly together.
- When in doubt, try white.
- Follow your vision. If you are a frequent entertainer and risk-taker, try bold colors. If you use your kitchen to relax and unwind, stick to neutrals.
- Enhance cohesiveness by painting or staining a room’s trim to match the cabinets.
Takeaway
- Unsure of what shade to paint your kitchen? Borrow some hints from pallets already in place. Take a look at the color walls used to paint materials such as stone tiles and appliances, then borrow some ideas.
Find new fabrics
Another great way of sprucing up your kitchen is hanging some new window treatments and finding new fabrics. Fabrics can work wonders and don’t need to cost the earth. Finding new fabric can be as easy as changing the tea towels, blinds, and curtains. If you choose to work on your kitchen curtains, make sure to choose a fabric that emphasizes the theme of your kitchen and links the colors of the wall and accessories.
Add a wallpaper
Installing wallpaper is an easy and affordable way of revamping your old kitchen walls. The right wallpaper will not only add color to your kitchen but also make it vibrant. You can create a feature wall or cover the whole wall.
Quick tip on wallpaper
- If you love to change things much often, you can opt for the peel-and-stick wallpapers.
Swap your stools
A big change can be achieved by simply swapping your stools. Sometimes your kitchen might feel “old” because the fabric on your breakfast chairs is torn and old or because your bar stools are screaming for help. Try getting new bar stools and see the difference it makes.
Add some plants
Did you know that plants add a living dimension to your home that no type of furniture or décor can? Interestingly other than adding a tremendous impact on our homes, plants have a calming effect. In essence, plants make everything better. The winning part is that there are a variety of options to try. For your kitchen, get hearty options like Spider plants, Aloe-vera, English Ivy, etc.
Change your worktops
Changing your worktops is also another affordable way of updating your kitchen. Simply replace your old laminate worktop with a new granite one. If you have a backsplash on, you can try replacing it or install one if you don’t. Backsplash adds pattern and texture to your kitchen in a very interesting and dramatic way.
Final thoughts
Everyone deserves to live in a home that they truly love. Renovating your kitchen allows you to enjoy increased family time, host home parties, encourage homemade meals, and allow you to enjoy that fresh feel or look. Luckily, doing so doesn’t need to cost an arm and a leg. The tips discussed above will suffice.