5 Ways to Update Your Kitchen for Under $100
True or false: Updating your kitchen is easy? False! Of course it’s not easy, but that doesn’t mean it’s not fun and rewarding. True or false: Updating your kitchen is expensive? False! Wow, you’re not very good at this, are you? The good news is if you read the rest of this blog, you will become very good at updating your kitchen by getting inspired by five ideas, each under a hundred bucks. And this is absolutely true!
5 Affordable Kitchen Updates
1. Paint or Stain Cabinets
A fresh coat of paint or stain can dramatically change the look of your cabinets.
Materials Needed: Paint or stain, brushes, sandpaper, and painter’s tape.
Cost: Around $20-$40 depending on the size of your kitchen and the quality of the paint or stain.
2. Replace Hardware
Adding hardware or switching out old cabinet knobs and drawer pulls for new ones can give your kitchen an instant facelift.
Materials Needed: New knobs or pulls.
Cost: $20-$50 depending on the style and number of handles needed.
3. Add a Backsplash
Peel-and-stick backsplash tiles can be an affordable, easy way to update your kitchen on a budget. Depending on the size of your kitchen even a tile backsplash will usually come in at under $100.
Materials Needed: Peel-and-stick tiles or tiles, grout, and adhesive.
Cost: For the peel and stick - $20-$40 per pack, which typically covers 10 square feet. Prices can vary widely on real tile but there is certainly some to pick from that are priced to keep you on budget.
4. Update Lighting
Changing your kitchen's lighting is a great way to create a brighter and more inviting space.
Materials Needed: New light fixtures, pendant lights, or under-cabinet lighting.
Cost: As low as $20, depending on the type and number of lights needed and whether you can install them yourself.
SAFETY DISCLAIMER: Do not attempt to do anything electrical if you don’t have the skill set to do it safely. Electricity is no joke so be sure to hire an electrician if you haven’t done any electrical before.
5. Revamp Decor and Accessories
Small changes in decor can make a big impact. Consider new dish towels, a stylish rug, or decorative items like plants and artwork.
Materials Needed: New kitchen accessories and decor items.
Cost: $20-$50 depending on the items chosen. Remember to shop garage sales and thrift stores. Both of these options will give you way more bang for your buck.
Tips for Staying on Budget for Kitchen Updates
DIY: Do as much of the work yourself as possible to save on labor costs.
Shop Sales: Look for sales, discounts, and coupons at home improvement stores.
Repurpose and Upcycle: Use what you already have in new ways or visit thrift stores for unique finds. Remember that spray paint can be your best friend when taking on projects like this. For instance, if you already have hardware but it looks tired and worn out…pick up that spray paint and give your hardware a whole new look for the cost of a can or two. You can also use spray paint to update your current light fixtures.
Of course these simple updates won’t result in delivering the major Wow! factor of a significant redesign. But it you’re looking to change things up for very little investment, focusing on these simple updates can give you a refreshed kitchen without breaking the bank.
Now, what will you do next to love where you live?
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