When your kitchen feels outdated, it can be tempting to just rip everything out and start over. Here’s how to update without creating months of renovation work.
Whether you’re renovating your own home or looking to update a property you own, it can be tricky to remodel an old kitchen without tearing everything out and starting over. Sometimes all you’re looking to do is give your kitchen a face-lift rather than full-on reconstructive surgery; here are some tricks for updating your out-of-style kitchen without spending months on the project.
Install Better Lighting
Many older kitchens have terrible lighting—this might include unpleasant fixtures, not enough light sources, and the continued use of incandescent bulbs. If you want to change the look of your kitchen, lighting is the perfect place to start because it makes it easier to do everything else.
Repaint Cabinets
Cabinets are notoriously expensive and labor-intensive to repair, so why not just repaint them? Older homes often have cabinets in wood tones that are no longer in style but may still have solid construction; repaint your kitchen cabinets in order to save yourself time and energy.
Refinish Countertops
Some older homes have tile or laminate that just doesn’t look good in 2022. Even if the surface itself is in good condition, the material or color may prove to be an eyesore worth getting rid of.
Thankfully, there are easy ways to replace unsightly kitchen countertops. You can rip them out and replace them with wood or granite, but it might be easier to resurface with something like concrete, which can be added on top of existing surfaces.
Install New Hardware
If you’re changing your cabinets, it’s a good idea to grab some new hardware to go with them. Choose modern knobs and handles in beautiful metallics, or get rid of them completely with push-to-open latches. Changing the color of your cabinets and hardware is an easy way to add drama to your interior décor.
Change the Backsplash
If your kitchen has a tile countertop, there’s a good chance it also has a matching backsplash. Unfortunately, your kitchen’s backsplash may advertise the age of your home to guests or potential buyers. Upgrading it is an easy way to update your out-of-style kitchen without starting from scratch.
Choosing how much work you want to do in an outdated kitchen can be difficult. Hopefully, these tips will give you some inspiration to help you achieve the look you want.
