Low Budget kitchen Renovation Tips

Renovating a kitchen can be a daunting task. There are way too many options and variants for surface finishes and appliances to choose from. Of all these problems, being on a budget does not have to be one. Here are a few neat tips and tricks that could give your kitchen a new look without creating a dent in your pocket.

Change Only Cabinet Doors: More often than not, kitchen cabinets stay sturdy and their hardware stays intact. Changing just the cabinet doors can go a long way and give your modular kitchen a completely different look. Painting over them is an age-old option which is cheap but could look very shabby if not done properly. Changing just the laminates could be a cheaper option than changing the entire door.

Lighting Upgrade: Lighting is one of the most overlooked aspect in kitchen design. Just the right lighting can do wonders for your kitchen. Lighting is done in layers and one needs to get the layers right to have maximum impact of lighting. Ambient, task and, accent lighting are the three types of lighting. Ambient lighting is a general, diffused lighting for the entire space while task lighting focuses on a particular area where task in being performed. Accent lighting is a feather in the hat that is lighting. This lighting can be used to highlight design elements, colors, textures in the kitchen.

Backsplash Upgrade: Food splatters and splashes are seen on tiles behind the hob. One affordable option is to only change the backsplash tiles instead of changing all the tiles in the kitchen. Using backsplash tile stickers is another very cheap option. All you have to do Is stick the sticky tile stickers behind the hob and voila! You have a kitchen that looks as good as new.

Keep The Same Layout: By keeping the same kitchen layout, you save a lot. Layout changes can lead to change in electric points, plumbing. Changing the kitchen layout would require you to shell out money for changing flooring, as the floor under cabinets would be much cleaner and give an uneven look. Keeping the same layout would also help you in recycling many cabinets and cooktops.

Reuse Appliances: You don’t have to buy new kitchen appliances just because you renovate your kitchen. Reusing the appliances by changing only the parts that don’t work could save you a big chunk of money. You could either fix them yourself or call for help. This way not only will you save money but also reduce the waste you create.

These are some tricks that you could employ to reduce the cost of kitchen renovation. Another very helpful way would be to do as many things on your own as possible. Working with your own hands not only saves money but it also makes you appreciate the outcome.