Now that it is practically spring, it could be the perfect time to give your kitchen a little TLC. The kitchen is the heart of many a family home. Now, times are hard, and money for renovations isn’t always at the top of the list of priorities. There are always other expenses that creep up, which means you may have been putting it off for a while. You might just want to give your kitchen facelift with spending all your hard earned savings. Or you may want to give it a makeover before putting it on the market. Either way, it is possible to give your home an easy upgrade without having to break the bank.
If you want to give your kitchen a makeover, then you have to make the most of what you already have. Keep hold of anything that’s usable. Then you need to make a list of everything you’re going to have to repair and replace. Then there’s all the other odds and ends you’ll need. Making a comprehensive list is vital when you’re trying to renovate your kitchen on a budget.
If your cabinets are still serviceable and sturdy, you can renovate them and save an absolute fortune. If you prepare your surfaces properly, spray painting can be a quick fix that looks ultra professional. Got laminated units? They can easily be recovered with vinyl or even wood veneers. You can have this done professionally, and it doesn’t take too long. This is perfect if you have to get the job done in a hurry.
Doors and drawer fronts just looking too tatty to fix up? Replace the offending articles and you can completely transform the look of your kitchen and bring it bang up to date. You can do it yourself, but if you want the best of finishes, you might be better calling in the professionals.
Putting in new countertops is not a quick job, it’s difficult and can be hard work. A new work surface can make a kitchen look gleaming again. Tiled surfaces can be revived by redoing the grouting, so either strip it out and replace, or use a grouting pen. Formica surfaces are easily replaced, but if you want to upgrade? Granite is a superior option. They look stunning in any style of kitchen. A good granite countertop company will do all the work for you.
It always pays to have a professional measure up for you if you don’t feel too confident. The bonus there is that if any errors are made, you are totally in the clear. The old saying is measure once, cut twice, but if you measure twice, you’ll only have to cut once. Preparation is key for just about everything.
You can revamp a kitchen without spending a fortune; you just need to use a little bit of know how. Stick to a colour scheme, and buy matching accessories. Finishing touches are crucial. Keeping things smart and uniform will give your kitchen a brand new look.
Photo by Mike Kenneally
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