Want to add a designer touch to your dated or factory-made cabinets without spending a lot of money? Try some of these tips for a customised, high-end look on a DIYer budget before spending a fortune taking them out and replacing them. Over a long weekend, you can finish most of these!
We’re now building our Hacienda Hideaway kitchen, and over the past year, I’ve been collecting all the romantic ideas I could find to really elevate my design. I almost always used all of the greatest suggestions I discovered, so I thought it would be amusing to share them with you.
1. Paint
A new coat of paint is always the best investment; this is not a discovery. With a high-quality primer and specialist paint, the majority of cabinet surfaces can be refinished. Both Benjamin Moore Advance and Sherwin Williams Urethane Enamel, which are intended for cabinetry and come highly recommended by professionals and do-it-yourselfers, have produced excellent results for me.
Try painting just the top, lower, or island cabinets if you don’t want to commit to a full colour makeover. Adding a second colour will increase visual interest and prevent the room from feeling too flat. Your kitchen will feel more personalised if you use colours that are even slightly lighter or darker than your current cabinetry.
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View the results of my Paint Roller Test as well as my comprehensive guide on painting cabinets like a pro. One cannot overstate the impact of paint!
2. New cabinet hardware
an easy modification that can significantly improve the appearance of your cabinets. Your kitchen’s hardware serves as its “jewellery,” so feel free to express your personality here!
Today, there are innumerable solutions for every budget and design taste. In this particular region, you can find high-end items without breaking the bank. There is a wide variety of inexpensive cabinet hardware available on websites like Amazon, Lowe’s, Home Depot, and even Etsy (those are my top picks for individuals on a tight budget).
