Hello World! Welcome Friends! Kitchens are the most popular rooms in a house and the most expensive to renovate. Not everyone can afford the kitchen of their dreams — it can take homeowners years to save enough money for a project of this scale.
Fortunately, those who can no longer live and cook in the current state of their kitchen have a few budget-friendly options to spruce up the space. Here are seven tips for remodeling your kitchen without breaking the bank.
1. Repaint Your Cabinet Doors
A complete kitchen renovation could cost an average of $30,000, depending on what you want and how many cabinets are needed. Cabinets usually make up the most significant chunk of those costs at about $6,550.
Of course, you also could end up paying several hundred dollars per cabinet in labor fees — doing the work yourself may lead to damage. Nevertheless, your cabinets will have eaten up most of your budget by the end of the project.
A budget-friendly solution to upgrading old cabinets is to paint them. Assessing your cabinets to determine if they can be painted is crucial — you can do this by applying primer and trying to scratch it off. If the primer sticks, then painting them will work. You should also select an enamel paint for cabinets that leaves a smooth finish on high-touch surfaces.
2. Upgrade Hardware
Swapping out your kitchen’s knobs and pulls for a modern design is one of the most cost-effective and straightforward DIY things you can do to upgrade your kitchen. New hardware is also ideal for sprucing up your existing or repainted cabinetry.
Knobs are a cinch to replace, but you’ll have to determine the correct pull size before purchasing. Unscrew a cabinet handle and measure from one center of the hole to the other. Take your measurement to a hardware store to see what they have in stock or purchase new pulls online in bulk.
3. Stencil Tile Backsplash
A tile backsplash always dictates your kitchen’s style. It’s also where you can add color and visual interest. However, tearing out the older backsplash and adding new tiles can cost you a lot of money. A solution may be to stencil a design on them.
Stenciling tile backsplash isn’t necessarily the most straightforward DIY project, but it is possible. Starting with a bonding primer is best before painting your backsplash a base color. You must stick the stencil to each tile and paint the second color using a foam roller. Be sure to remove excess paint to avoid blotches and drips.
4. Choose an Island Alternative
A kitchen island allows you to prep food and entertain simultaneously while providing additional seating and storage. However, not every kitchen has space for an island and installing one may not be in your budget.
An island will cost between $3,000 to $5,000 — custom-built islands may cost $10,000 or more. An affordable alternative could be a freestanding table.
Although you may be unable to seat guests, a freestanding table will provide additional space for prep work and cooking. Even better, if you purchase or build a freestanding table with wheels, you can move it around your workspace as necessary.
5. Save on Appliances
Refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves and dishwashers are more expensive than ever. The more technology and energy efficiency they have, the pricier they are.
Replacing your appliances may be outside the budget for your kitchen renovation. However, you could save ample money by waiting for a sale. Holidays are a great time to buy new appliances. Stores often have excellent discounts on the latest models for your kitchen.
Take the time to research different brands and figure out your household’s needs. You may not need several features that drive prices upward. Likewise, you could consider a refurbished appliance.
6. Keep the Layout
The perfect kitchen layout creates a “work triangle” — a set-up that improves the cooking area’s functionality by connecting the sink, stove and refrigerator.
According to Houzz, the work triangle should be under 21 linear feet — anything more than that and the kitchen becomes harder to move around.
Although some say it’s an antiquated concept, the kitchen work triangle has proven to be the most efficient layout for over 70 years.
7. Use Reclaimed or Repurposed Materials
You may not have considered reclaimed and repurposed materials if you want to renew your kitchen, but they’re usually where all the cost savings are. For instance, reclaimed wood can add great character to the space and still fit your budget. Sometimes, you can even find materials for free.
Look for reclaimed and repurposed items online on Facebook Marketplace or Craiglist. You can also ask for scraps from a homesite going up or look for soon-to-be demolished homes. Of course, there’s always dumpster diving and searching for curbside items waiting to be picked up by the sanitation worker.
You Can Save Money on Your Kitchen Renovation
It’s possible to save on your kitchen remodel by selecting cost-effective materials and alternatives. You can still achieve your dream kitchen with a few simple DIY tweaks. Save your money for more important things and spend it wisely on improving your kitchen.
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