I need a cheap way to remodel my kitchen

Linda Hockey
by Linda Hockey
i have a small kitchen I would like to put in an island just not enough room
  8 answers
  • Flooring looks good. Repaint the cabinets and get new hardware. For an island, you can have a small one on wheels to move it around when you need it out of the way. Change curtains. That alone will make a huge difference and not cost a ton of money either.

  • Dfm Dfm on Jun 11, 2018

    don't move any utilities-. water pipes, electric, duct work. those moves can get expensive. have a kitchen planner help with the lay out they may charge some, but its been worth it. oh how I miss that kitchen- best functioning one by far.

    I have used upper cabinets as a rolling cart, put a board across the top, used hinges and a brace to extend the top on both sides. gave them to my aunt and cousin after the last move. in a smaller place they function as a mini island for serving.

  • Polly Fuller Polly Fuller on Jun 11, 2018

    go to wayfair.com. they have some really small islands.

  • Ken Ken on Jun 11, 2018

    If you don't have enough room, 3'-4', between the counter and the island you cannot install a permanent island. There are lots and lots of roll-around islands available for purchase or if you have the tools and skills you could build one to give you extra work space.


    Painting a different color is always a good choice to freshen up the look of your kitchen. Many companies make racks, drawers and other kitchen storage helpers if storage space is an issue. Usually people have specific goals in mind when they want to remodel. We can help steer you toward achieving those goals.

  • Sandy Hartnett Sandy Hartnett on Jun 11, 2018

    no room for an island...a rolling cart is nice, or no wheels. I made mine from a wine rack. Added wheels, shelves and a larger top w handles

  • Shore grandmom Shore grandmom on Jun 11, 2018

    How much of a remodel do you want to do? What is on the other side of the microwave? I had a small kitchen and I put in a peninsula. It was very handy and gave me a lot more storage. You might be able to do it too. You can continue the counter around the corner and under the window, then about 4 feet over you could start a peninsula. Keep in mind that you need enough room to open any appliance when you put anything in the kitchen. And I did noticed there was no dishwasher. That's about all I can think of without more info. What are the dimensions of the kitchen and where are the doorways? Pictures of the rest of the kitchen might help.

  • Bijous Bijous on Jun 11, 2018

    I see you like black and white and red. Me too!

    1. Let's change out the curtains (Kohl's $18)
    2. Add some under the cabinet lighting with remote control, (batteries), (Home Depot set of 3 $20)
    3. Use baskets under the microwave (Overstock $67, set of 3)
    4. Replace the overhead light (LightingDirect $95)
    5. Remove and spray paint the hinges and knobs with brushed chrome paint. Use clear spray to seal (Home Depot $6 - $9)
    6. Paint the corner shelves and your scalloped overhang the same color as your countertop (Home Depot $12)
    7. Paint your cabinets and walls the same color as your sink (Home Depot $32)
    8. Put a fun indoor/outdoor rug in (3.6x5 Overstock $76) in the center of the room
    9. Put in under-the-cabinet hooks for anything that hangs - measuring cup, etc. (Home Depot $7)
    10. Add a tin peel and stick backsplash (6 ft Overstock $60)

    For about $400 you can have a new up-to-date kitchen!