Let’s face it, there’s not a lot you can do to decorate your kitchen without having to incur some major expensive with replacing counter tops, cabinets and appliances or the flooring. You are stuck with those things unless you are ready to sink a lot of money in for a total remodel. So what can you do to make the kitchen look new or newer and change things around?
Well can still be a little expensive but not as much as a remodel, but to start with, how about a new coat of paint? Hopefully the appliances are just a few years old and they all match, so it may be just a matter of painting the walls and maybe changing out some of the curtains in the eating area and the over the window that is over the sink.
Cabinets are another thing you may change in a kitchens design. You either can paint them or spend a few bucks on new handles for the drawers and cabinets. That will be a small change that will go a long way. Since there are so many different types of handles out now for purchase you’ll find one that best fits your style and design of your kitchen space.
You can also add some plants that are just greenery or may be some silk flowers if you have area above the cabinets. Placing flowery vines or plants on the fur downs above the cabinets is a nice touch. There are also jars filled with oil and vegetables or spices that are sealed that you can sit on the cabinet tops to add a splash of color around.
Canister sets are great to keep on the counter and if yours are a few years old try replacing them with a different tone which has a design or a different color that blends in with the rest of the area. They are inexpensive and will get their pennies worth! If you aren’t someone who likes to spend if they don’t need to replace something, add a stencil onto the existing canister sets if applicable. That will create a look of new ones with only spending a few dollars on the paint and stencil.
Flooring in most kitchens is either laminate, hardwood, or tiled which may seem cold when the winter time comes. By adding a few area rugs with color and texture it will soften up the room’s dcor. Just make sure it has slip proof padding underneath or purchase rug slip guards to make sure their aren’t any accidents in the kitchen.
Scented and colored candles can also add color and they are wonderful for giving the kitchen that “I just baked an apple pie” smell if you buy those that are scented or “Flavored”. Baskets on top of the refrigerator or freezer are also a nice touch and you can change the flowers out to go with the seasons. Another ideal would be seasonal fruits in a basked in the middle of the table. These are not very expensive ideas and the change can be very subtle but awesome as well. Hand towels and pot holders are also a good way to add a little touch of color and decorations as well.
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