How to Remodel Your Kitchen: From Kitchen Cabinet Knobs to Islands
Redoing your kitchen is easy. And depending on how much you want to spend, it can be a big job or a small job. Follow these tips to get started.
1. Details: Maybe you don’t want to do a complete redesign of your kitchen. In that case, some new switch plates and kitchen cabinet knobs can add a contemporary touch to your kitchen.
2. Appliances: Invest in some new appliances to turn an awkward kitchen into a place of abundance. Toaster ovens, kettles, and microwaves are just a couple of appliances that, when updated with a contemporary look, can make your kitchen look newer. Larger appliances like dishwashers, stoves, and refrigerators are more expensive, but they will do a lot for the aesthetics of your kitchen.
3. Paint – A new paint color will make your kitchen look brand new, with new life and energy to spare. Follow the 60-30-10 rule, which dictates the percentages of each color you should have on your walls, cabinets, and countertops.
4. Lights – Choose new bulbs to make your kitchen feel warmer and more like home. A floor lamp can also go a long way to improve the lighting in your kitchen. New accessories can also go a long way to add a new style to your kitchen. Install a fluorescent bulb under cabinets for a subtly elegant accent.
5. Cabinets: Cabinets are a big part of your kitchen. If yours are old and greasy, you can restore, paint, refinish, or tear them up and go for the open-shelf style.
6. Trim: The trim that goes where the cabinets meet the ceiling is a great filigree addition to any kitchen. It usually costs between $100 and $500 to buy a miter saw, which allows you to have the trim flush with the cabinets, but you can also do it yourself if you buy a hand saw and some tools. Paint the trim to match your kitchen cabinet knobs and doors, then fill the nail holes with wood putty.
7. Art: Choose new works of art to decorate your kitchen. Small area rugs are included to keep the spot in front of the kitchen sink. That bit of texture will make you feel more relaxed when you’re doing the dishes.
8. Island: Maybe you want a major kitchen redesign. The island is a great addition because it allows for snack space, dining space (with bar stools), and even an extra sink if you’re willing to go big.
You don’t have to spend a fortune to remodel your kitchen, but the extra money gives you more freedom. There are so many options, from what type of toaster you have to what paint color you choose, that the type of kitchen you want is entirely up to you.