How to update metal kitchen cabinets

you can paint them and change out the hardware

You can have them professionally painted with automobile paint and coated to a high shine. Install new hardware and under cabinet lighting and you have a really beautiful kitchen. If you don't want to have them done professionally, use oil paint and make the investment is really nice hardware. Install the lights yourself (easy to do) and there you go!

Paint them a bold different color and add new pulls. It will give it a fresh look. Look at the one below.

I've had extremely good luck with Rustoleums Cabinet Transformations. The kits include everything you need to refinish your cabinets including the cleaner. The best part is there is no sanding required and no "use in a well ventilated area" restriction. Cleanup with soap and water.

Check out the colors at these 2 sites: http://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/transformations/cabinet-transformations-dark-kit

http://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/transformations/cabinet-transformations-light-kit

Rust-Oleum® Cabinet Transformations® is a revolutionary do-it-yourself coating system that will completely change the look of your cabinets in three simple steps.

• Perfect for kitchen cabinets, bath vanities and furniture
• Easy to use, no special skills required
• No stripping, no sanding, no priming
• Optional Decorative Glaze lets you create your custom look