Kitchen renovations can take several months to complete, cost thousands of dollars, and can set yourself back. Because full-on repairs can be expensive financial and emotionally, there is a wide variety of ways you can remodel your kitchen without the costs. From refacing cabinets to replacing lights, these cosmetic tweaks can change the way your kitchen looks and give you the kitchen you’ve always wanted. This additional remodeling could be key to helping you sell your home.
Cabinets
Cabinet refacing is an easy way of updating the look of your kitchen without the costs, and it can take up to three-to-five days to complete instead of several months. Refacing can give you a wide range of options for customization. Woodgrains, pressure-fused laminate doors, and painted doors can help transform your kitchen’s look quickly, and some options, such a Thermofoil, include glossy, matte, and woodgrain as finishes you can choose.
While refacing can cost as much as $6,000, painting cabinets through professional painters can cost between $3,000 to $5,000. For those who love DIY projects, painting the cabinets yourself can be the most affordable option, but can take up a lot of time.
Backsplash
Backsplashes are the secret to a beautiful kitchen because they provide a sense of unity and freshness to your kitchen. Choosing a timeless material can help compliment your cabinetry, and if you’re a confident DIYer, then installing tile into your backsplash can help you save time and money. A bold, glossy paint that can be easily cleaned can cost as much as $20.
Another option for backsplash is shiplap. It’s affordable, durable, and not challenging to do yourself. Also, applying vinyl wallpaper to your backsplash can come in a wide array of textures and patterns.
Countertops
For countertops, choosing a granite at the lower price range, such as Formica, can give you a lot of cool patterns without hurting your wallet. If you lack counter space and don’t want to add any more cabinetry to your kitchen, then purchasing a pre-made island or bar table can significantly expand your kitchen without any massive remodeling projects.
For those with more contemporary kitchens, stainless steel food prep tables can create smooth traffic flow throughout your kitchen, and you can get these at any restaurant supply company.
Shelving
Removing cabinet doors and creating open shelving not only creates more space, but also allows you to show off your beautiful fine china.
Lighting
Lighting can dramatically change the way you view your kitchen, so taking out fluorescent lighting and replacing it with warm yellow lights can make your home feel cozier.
Pull and Knobs
If you plan on refacing your cabinets, you have a comprehensive option of knobs to ponder over, and you can find beautiful, unique pulls and knobs at any retailer or online shop. For those who plan to paint their cabinets, choosing your knobs can also help solidify your DIY project and make it look clean.
Appliances and Plumbing
Plumbing is the heart of the kitchen, and pairing old pipe with remodeled cabinets and counters can make your kitchen feel unfinished. Stainless steel appliances can add the finishing touch you need, such as a faucet for $100 or a farmhouse sink for $400.