A Micro Remodel for the Kitchen Cabinets

If the kitchen is looking a little down, it’s easy to bring together a quick and colorful perk-up in just a weekend. The best part? You don’t have to break the bank to do it.

One of the simplest ways to remodel your kitchen is to treat your cabinetry to a bright and modern look. Check out the tips below for some great ideas to freshen up the kitchen and stay on budget.

Tip #1

Trade out your old cabinet and drawer knobs and pulls with new hardware for a revived look on any budget.

Tip #2

If your cabinets and drawers stick, creak, or bang shut, it’s time to consider replacing the hinges or updating the drawer slides. Add cabinet catches to keep the doors from edging open on their own.

Tip #3

Make simple cabinets fun with a clean and colorful background. Opt for tile backsplash above the countertop, or even line the interior cabinet shelves with wallpaper.

• For white or black cabinets, add pop and contrast with a vibrant, colorful backsplash.
• For smooth cabinets without a drastic wood grain, choose a textured backsplash to add depth.

Tip #4

Refinish the cabinet exteriors for an updated look without breaking the bank. 

• Refresh your cabinets with a new coat of paint or stain. 
• Add glass panes to the cabinet doors for a classic and clean look. 
• Consider removing the cabinet doors entirely for open shelving, or trade them for rolling “barn door” cabinet doors

Tip #5

Maximize your kitchen’s storage capacity with any of these stylish organizational upgrades.

• Hanging pot racks
• Corner shelves
• Pull out shelving
• Cabinet door shelving

Tip #6

Brighten your space and illuminate the look of the kitchen by adding new cabinet lighting. Under cabinet lighting is an easy option to enhance your cooking prep experience with efficient task lighting.