by Mel25490391
What’s the best way to update my kitchen ...for a low cost?
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I thought about painting the cabinets, but not sure what to do about the tile. The counter tops also need to be dealt with they are plain and boring. One day we will do a more costly remodel but for now we just want a short term inexpensive update.
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Hi! I would definitely try painting the cabinets first. I painted mine, and it made a world of difference! You can read the tutorial here: http://momhomeguide.com/my-painted-kitchen-cabinets-a-year-later/
If you are planning on doing a major renovation in the near future, I would dissuade you from painting the cabinets. Although presently it is a diy trend, it is a great deal of work, it takes time and patience, and the results may not look attractive, or meet with your expectations.
If your cabinets are still in solid condition, you may want to consider as part of the larger plan, having them 'refaced' instead of purchasing new in entirety. This alone will save you $$ thousands. Refacing is the term used to mean simply purchasing new doors and having them installed onto existing cabinets.
In the meantime, I would leave the cabinets and repaint the walls. The present colour looks dull. If you chose a lighter colour it would refresh the space and open it up.
What type of lighting do you have? I see a fixture on the ceiling. Is it perhaps fluorescent? That type of light alone will cast a harsh, greenish hue to the space. Replace it with a new integrated LED fixture. These have come down greatly in price over the last couple of years, and are now commonly available. LED light will give you light that is cleaner looking, and without shadows.
Paint the cabinets and replace the hardware. Paint the counterop with Rustoleum, Daich, or Giani countertop paint kits. Use self stick tiles for the backsplash. Somehing you can live with for a few years or more.