5 easy ways to rejuvenate your kitchen
With the kitchen often deemed the “heart of the home”, it’s important it has some special qualities, as well as being fully functional.
While fully renovating a kitchen can take a lot of time and money, there are smaller ways to spruce up your space without breaking the bank, or putting in weeks of work.
These five simple ideas can help breathe new life into your kitchen, while also flexing your DIY skills.
A fresh coat of paint makes all the difference
Paint can be an amazing tool to help change the look and feel of a room in an instant.
When it comes to kitchens, everything including the cabinets, walls, stove splashbacks and even floors can be painted.
The trick is to find the right finish, selecting a timeless colour and not to skimp on the prep work. You’ll be surprised how fresh your space feels after a simple coat of paint.
It’s time to organise your pantry
Keeping your pantry clean, clear and accessible is the best way to help make your kitchen all the more functional.
Think clear acrylic boxes, baskets, and labels to help keep all your ingredients organised.
This will help you see what ingredients you have at a glance, and make mealtimes so much easier.
You can also use racks and brackets on the inside of doors to hold paper towels, aprons, dustpans and brooms.
Update handles and fixtures for a timeless look
Changing old and worn fixtures can help to instantly lift the feeling of your kitchen at a very low cost.
Simply unscrewing your existing handles and replacing them with updated door knobs and drawer pulls that match your new aesthetic will make the world of difference.
While going the extra mile to install a new sink, tapware or statement pendant lighting may require a bit more skill, the results will be invaluable.
Time to go shopping for new appliances
If the foundations of your kitchen could use updating, chances are your appliances could too.
Upgrading to a newer model will help elevate your cooking game, while also freshening up the look of your kitchen.
Same goes for small appliances, such as kettles and toasters, which can be replaced for a reasonable cost.
Consider getting a matching set in an attractive colour that doubles as a charming accessory.
Create a dedicated space
It’s always a good idea to have one nook of your kitchen that is dedicated to what you love, both for functionality and aesthetics.
This could be a tricky corner that is difficult to utilise space in, or an extra worktop you’ve added to your space.
Whether it's a bar area stocked with your favourite drinks, herb garden for fresh produce, or a breakfast corner to make mornings easy, the choices are endless.
Image credits: Getty Images