Are you looking to upgrade your kitchen but don’t have thousands of pounds to spend on remodelling? These simple decoration tips can help you breathe fresh life into a tired, dated or worn kitchen and help you remodel your kitchen on a budget. And while some of the jobs on this list may be best tackled by the professionals, the majority can be completed by anyone with some basic DIY skills.
Painting your cupboards
Think that it’s only your walls that you can paint, think again. One of the easiest and cheapest ways to transform the look of your kitchen is to paint your kitchen cabinets, drawers and doors. Of course, if your cabinet doors are damaged then a better option would be to replace these. And, while this will cost more than painting you should still be able to update all your cabinet doors and drawers for much less than the cost of a brand new kitchen.
New worktops
Once you’ve updated your cupboards with new doors or a fresh lick of paint the next job on your list when it comes to remodelling your kitchen is to update your worktops. While quartz, marble and real wood may look amazing, laminate worktops will offer you the biggest bang for your buck and help you keep the costs low when refurbishing your kitchen. We’d recommend employing a professional when it comes to fitting a new worktop as they’ll have the tools and skills to do the job properly.
Wall tiles
Do you wish you could replace your wall tiles but don’t like the thought of an expensive and disruptive renovation? Well just like your cupboard doors a fresh coat of paint can help transform old and dated tiles into a more neutral colour scheme. There are plenty of paints to choose from and the use of foam brushes and rollers will help you achieve a great finish free from brush strokes.
Flooring
Is the flooring in your kitchen letting you down? Do you have old linoleum that has seen better days or are your tiles in need of a makeover? One of the simplest ways to change your kitchen floor is with laminate wood flooring, not only will this look great in your kitchen, but it is also simple to install on top of your existing floor covering.
Freestanding furniture
Freestanding furniture is a great way to add additional storage and functionality to an existing kitchen and the great thing is you won’t have to spend money on having it installed. From dressers and sideboards to kitchen islands, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to freestanding units for your home.
Lighting
This is a job that will call for a professional electrician but one that can help bring your kitchen to life. From task lighting such as spotlights over your worktops and stove to softer pendant lighting over your kitchen island or breakfast bar, a good lighting scheme will help make your kitchen functional yet stylish. Under cabinet lighting can be used as mood lighting with under plinth options also available.