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5 Easy Ways To Improve Your Kitchen

Sam Lutz • January 5, 2016
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The kitchen is a special place in every house, and not merely a place for cooking. A kitchen also gives the world an insight into your taste. So, it’s important to make your kitchen look clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing. Remodeling your kitchen is a great way to keep it up-to-date and functional, but it may turn out to be quite expensive. Thankfully, there are many affordable design options available that are easy to implement without breaking the bank. This post will focus on some easy and budget-friendly ways to renovate your culinary space.

Change the Backsplash

Infuse new life into your kitchen by changing its backsplash. There are a variety of finishes and colors that will give your backsplash a lively and attractive look. If you are looking for something different, a customized backsplash that blends with the color scheme of your kitchen may be suitable. And don’t think you have to hire a designer to renovate your kitchen. With a little DIY-knowhow, some tile, and/or some wallpaper, you can change the look of the kitchen yourself.

Paint

An easy and stylish way to enhance the look of your kitchen is to paint it. Not only will new paint make your kitchen look beautiful, but different colors also have psychological impacts on your appetite. Bright colors will stimulate your appetite, while more modest and dark colors will suppress it. So, you may want to adjust the color scheme according to your weight loss goals.

Redo the Counters

When you plan to revamp the kitchen, you can’t leave out the kitchen counters. Counters play a particularly prominent and functional role in brightening up your kitchen. You could try to use quartz for the countertops as it is easy to maintain, available in a variety of colors, and is less prone to damage. Quartz is also affordable and lasts a long time. You could go with marble or other natural stones, but be aware they are expensive and difficult to maintain.

Upgrade the Cabinets

Upgrading the cabinets is pretty cheap and works wonders for your kitchen. To refinish the doors of your cabinets, all you have to do is remove the original doors, paint them, and install them back onto the cabinet.
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Pay Attention to Your Sink

The sink is probably one of the most heavily-trafficked areas in the kitchen, yet we usually tend to ignore it. If you decide to renovate it, make sure you choose a sink that fits into the kitchen, especially if you live in a small condo. Undermount sinks are usually a good option, or you could opt instead to replace the faucet of your sink. Always look at every option before making a decision.
Renovating your kitchen doesn’t always burn a hole in your pocket, and following these tips will give your kitchen a whole new look without burning a hole in your pocket.
If you any questions about paint or painting, don’t hesitate to give Ace Paints a call. We’re experts in picking the right color for your home and our state-of-the-art Spectrophotometer will help ensure you get the most accurate color matches.
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