11 Quick & Affordable Kitchen Renovation Tips
Kitchen remodels can prove to be a wallet emptier if you don’t know exactly what you are after, or how to do it. That is why if you would rather save your hard earned money when you remodel, it is important to choose the best projects that will create the biggest impact but cost the least amount of money. If you are capable of staying focused on your desired results and eager to get your hands a little dirty with the projects, then you will certainly be able to have your kitchen update on your budget.
Here are 11 ideas to help with your kitchen renovations:
1. Change the lighting.
Any new stylish lighting can change the whole atmosphere of the room and be the center focus. Things such as blown glass pendants come cheap while bursting with style. This is a really cheap way to completely change the feel of your kitchen.
2. New Hardware.
Remodeling your kitchen could also include adding some new hardware to what you have. This will create a new look and add some variety. Just be careful with the price of this, especially if you have a lot of cabinets. To check the amount of new hardware you need, just count the number of knobs and pulls in your kitchen and see what hardware can fit in the budget that you have. There are lots of cheap options like brass pulls or knobs that you can find for around $10 per piece.
3. New Accessories.
It is difficult to decorate much in the kitchen, so you have to be sure to take every opportunity you have to decorate things. This could include using things like utensil holders that fit a theme or displaying things in rustic packaging.
4. Paint your cabinet.
Some kitchen cabinets seem to get old with their color, or they are just too bland. Try repainting to spruce up the look of your kitchen.
5. Only paint half of the cabinets.
One new modern style is to paint only your cabinets on the bottom and keep the bottom of your kitchen island black, then leave all of the upper cabinets a solid white.
6. Put in some sconces.
These provide an excellent light that creates a nice atmosphere. On a budget, you can find some plugin versions and then find a way to conceal the cord. Or if you have a little more money, you can hire an electrician to get them professionally done.
7. Use Rustic style.
Using things such as a farmhouse look can create a warming look to your kitchen. For example, you can replace a door for a sliding barn looking door, or even use an antique stool for decorations.
8. Use easy to install shelves.
If you do not have a lot of cabinet space, use some easily installed wood shelves with metal brackets.
9. Get a nice look by using Roman shades.
These will make your kitchen seem more like home and give it a nice feel. Make sure to match your shades with your glass doors for a nice unified look.
10. Paint the floor.
Painting the floor a nice color can create a new stylish feel for a small cost.
11. Look on Craigslist.
Some building materials or remodeling items can be found on Craigslist for very cheap. This is a great place to start if you are looking for some budget materials.
Kitchen Renovations Vancouver BC
Caliber West Renovations
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Vancouver, BC V6H 3X8
(778) 785-7395
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