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SEVEN BUDGET-FRIENDLY WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR KITCHEN

Updated: Feb 21, 2023

If you can't afford it, do you want to renovate your kitchen? With these 7 simple methods for updating your kitchen on a tight budget, you may learn how to renovate your kitchen for less.


The kitchen is without a doubt one of the most significant spaces in our house. It's where we congregate, cook, eat, and tell tales about our days. As a result, it must be both a comfortable place for us to spend time in and a useful area for cooking meals for our family.


But if your outdated kitchen has been making you unhappy lately and you can't afford a pricey renovation, don't give up since it is still possible to modernize your kitchen on a tight budget. Simply use your imagination and conduct some research.

I thought I'd offer a few tips that have helped me save money on renovations because we are now upgrading our 1930s house. Here are seven low-cost kitchen remodeling ideas that will have a big impact.


7 BUDGET-FRIENDLY WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR KITCHEN:

1. Replace your cabinetry


If you can't afford a full kitchen renovation, fortunately, there are some low-cost ways to refresh your cabinets, such as with paint or gel stain.

We decided to use gel stain to update our ancient oak cabinets a few years ago, despite the fact that I have no experience painting cabinets, and I'm delighted to report that they have held up so nicely.


2. INVEST IN NEW CABINET HARDWARE


Changing the cabinet hardware is a simple method to modernize your kitchen cabinets, whether you've decided to paint them or are content with the way they look already.


Here is some cabinet pulls I'm thinking about using because there are so many wonderful alternatives available. Despite just requiring little adjustments, they can significantly alter the appearance of your kitchen.

3. INCLUDE INEXPENSIVE BACKSPLASH

Without a question, backsplash may be expensive. For the past few weeks, I've been hunting for economical options. I adore the aesthetic of tile, but since I need to stretch our renovation budget for the kitchen, I've been thinking about a few alternative options.


This peel-and-stick subway tile that I found looks sturdy and would be a perfect replacement for conventional tiling. But this brick wallpaper backsplash gives the appearance of genuine bricks if you're seeking something even more reasonably priced.


4. INVEST IN NEW COUNTERTOPS


When remodeling your kitchen, countertops may be one of your highest expenses, second only to cabinets. Fortunately, there are low-cost methods to improve the appearance of your counters. We upgraded our counters with this quick granite countertop covering five years ago, and it has held up well.


I made the decision to hunt for comparable but more affordable solutions for the time being and discovered this marble covering and this granite peel-and-stick coating. Both ideas are really doable and have fantastic looks.


5. ADD A FEATURE WALL


Accent walls are quite hot right now, and while they can look great on any wall in your house, they especially stand out in the kitchen. It can modernize the appearance of your home whether you want to use peel-and-stick wallpaper or paint a wall a different colour.


6. DIY WALL ARTWORK

I adore interior design, but it can be expensive. Therefore, in order to save money, I like to create my own signs and decorations using cheap supplies from Dollar Tree. In my farmhouse wreath lesson, I explain how to transfer printer ink to wood to create your own signs.


7. ORGANIZE AND PURGE


If all else fails, take the time to organize your kitchen. Just getting rid of the clutter can significantly improve the appearance of your house. If your counters and cabinets are overflowing with items you seldom use, upgrading won't be as striking because the mess will take center stage.


After tidying up the clutter, you may begin organizing your kitchen such that it serves your needs. Not every storage container and organizer needs to be purchased. To find areas for improvement, look through your cabinets.


• Do you require a bin to contain your children's food as they have taken over your pantry?

• How about a space to keep your kitchen tools or culinary utensils?


Make a note of the things that will make your kitchen more useful for you, and then head to your neighbourhood Dollar Tree. They have a wide selection of storage containers and organizing supplies that will help you alter your kitchen on a tight budget.


Here are 7 quick ideas to modernize your kitchen. I hope some of these suggestions have given you some inspiration and made it clear to you that you can have the kitchen of your dreams without going bankrupt.




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