Want an update to your kitchen but only have a small budget to work with? No reason to fret! There is no need to break your bank when it comes to renovating your kitchen and this is especially true when the current one you have is in good shape and is otherwise perfectly acceptable.
Why renovate it then? There could be many reasons. You may feel certain features are dated; or your kitchen may look cramped; or it may be that you are simply bored with the old design and look and want something fresh. Whatever the reason, rest assured that there are a number of fast and affordable kitchen renovation ideas that you can make good use of to change the personality of your kitchen. Some of these ideas are perfect for DIY while others may require professional help (especially ones that require carpentry skills/experience). We have listed some nice and easy kitchen renovation ideas in this article. However, we still suggest that you get in touch with a professional kitchen and bathroom renovation service before you start on the job. For our Australian audience, we recommend Sleek Kitchen Renovations, a fully licensed, certified and insured residential renovation/makeover service that enjoys great reputation with its customers.
Quick Ideas on Fast and Affordable Kitchen Renovations
Cabinet Makeover
Remove your upper cabinets and you’ll be surprised to find how this can bring off a huge change to the look of your existing kitchen. You have two options to work with this idea. You can either remove your upper cabinetry in its entirety or install open floating shelves in their place. Or an easier option still, simply removes the doors and the accompanying hardware of all or few of your upper cabinets.
This will not only give a more modern and lighter feel to your kitchen but may also help make it more functional. Most modern kitchens use open shelving as it is a great way to display all your attractive kitchenware including dishes, jars of fresh herbs, serving platters and more. Moreover, open shelves make it easier to grab or put away dishes and other items as and when required.
Change Your Faucets and/or Cabinet Hardware
Upgrading your faucets and cabinet hardware require little investment in money or time but can still make a big impact vis-à-vis the look of your kitchen. Opt for bold brass, black, copper or sleek polished chrome and this will give a modern mixed-metal feel to your kitchen.
Install a New backsplash and/or Benchtop
Adding a new backsplash or upgrading your existing one can do wonders when it comes to give a new personality to your kitchen. The same goes for your benchtop. You can replace your old ones altogether (you’ll find hundreds of low-cost but attractive alternatives such as wainscoting panels or shiplap boarding for backsplash) or you can also choose to resurface them, using a variety of clever budget products available these days.
Update Your Kitchen Island/Peninsula
You can add new life and character to your kitchen by performing some simple upgrades on your existing island. You can paint it a new color; add a shiplap on the back or maybe corbels for a more classic look; if you have space for it, you may also consider extending your island by installing a fresh countertop with an overhang and fitting legs.
Update Your Kitchen Lights
We highly recommend this idea since this one small refresh can go a long way in giving a whole new feel to your existing kitchen. Plus, a proper lighting update will also make your kitchen much easier to work in. Some easy and attractive ideas include:
- Adding a dramatic pendant or gooseneck sconce over the sink
- Adding pendants over the kitchen peninsula or island
- Adding puck lighting or LED strips underneath the cabinets in order to add ambience and to illuminate your counter while working
These are just a few of the budget kitchen renovation ideas presented in capsule format. There are many others such as giving a fresh coat of paint to your cabinets. You can also consider painting your ceiling, door, walls, and window frames a uniform color (if you can spare the time and/or money for it) or creating a dining suite by painting the few mismatched chairs, tools and the op-shop table in the same color. Even something as simple as adding an antique rack or mirror, a silver tray to put your bottle of herbs on, a piece of art or some copper pots and pans can bestow unexpected elegance to your kitchen.
Every kitchen is unique and things you can do with your kitchen will also depend on the current state and condition of the space. This is why we feel it is always a good idea to consult a professional service like Sleek Kitchen Renovations. The people working for them have trained eyes and can come up with a number of good ideas and options within a matter of minutes. And they will know what ideas will suit your current budget as well as things like the best places to get your materials from and so on. And of course, they will be there whenever you’ll need some professional help to implement the ideas.