This summer has been filled with home renovation projects as people look for safe things to do during the COVID-19 pandemic. For some people, the extra time around the house has been just what they needed to get the motivation to handle the list of projects that have been building up. If you’ve been putting off upgrades on your home or you’re looking for your next project, consider these easy kitchen upgrades to make this summer.
Under-Cabinet Lighting
Under-cabinet lighting is a practical luxury many people overlook in their kitchen renovation projects. Kitchen lighting is vital to safely preparing a meal, and it can also add to or improve the ambiance of your kitchen. However, too many light fixtures can be distracting and make your kitchen look overcrowded. Under-cabinet lighting provides ample countertop lighting while remaining hidden underneath the cabinets, avoiding a clunky and overcrowded look.
Peel-and-Stick Backsplash
Peel-and-stick backsplash is a great way to revamp your kitchen’s look. This type of backsplash is made with real backsplash materials, but it’s easier to install. It features a durable and sticky vinyl that you can easily cut and stick to the wall without needing specialized tools. Peel-and-stick backsplash is an affordable backsplash option that you can install much more quickly than regular backsplash, making it an easy project to upgrade your kitchen.
New Drawer and Cabinet Handles
Replacing old drawer and cabinet handles can make a big difference in your kitchen’s appeal. Whether your new handles are unique statement pieces or sleek new modern handles to replace bulky old ones, you’d be surprised how much of a difference this slight change can make to your cabinets. New handles are inexpensive and simple ways to add some new shine to your kitchen.
Paint
If your kitchen is old and outdated but you don’t want to spend the time or money doing a full renovation, start by painting your kitchen cabinets. This is cheaper than replacing your cabinets, but it can equally revitalize your kitchen space. Make painting your kitchen cabinets a DIY project, or hire professional cabinet painters for a quicker renovation time.
New Faucet
New faucet technology has become a small way you can modernize your old kitchen sink. New faucets have loads of options, from pull-down nozzles and purified faucets to hands-free, touchless faucets. Choose from a variety of styles and finishes to match your newly painted cabinets and peel-and-stick backsplash.
Pull-Out Kitchen Shelves
Pull-out kitchen shelves create easy organization for a cluttered kitchen. Pull-out shelving is perfect for clunky kitchen items such as pots, pans, and Tupperware. With some ordinary tools and woodworking, this project isn’t nearly as hard as it seems.
Kitchen cabinet lighting, peel-and-stick backsplash, new drawer handles, and cabinet painting are a few easy kitchen upgrades you can make this summer. Spend less money and time than you’d spend on a whole kitchen renovation by making these small upgrades. You’ll certainly be shocked by the difference that little changes in your kitchen can make on the room’s overall look.
Van Rundell is a writer and author who specializes in transportation, travel, guidance, health & fitness. With over 10 years of experience in the industry as a driver and an entrepreneur, he has seen it all. His tone is professional but friendly with a dash of humor thrown in for good measure. In past, he has been advising, educating and writing about transport for the public and professionals alike.
A qualified fitness instructor with over 5 years’ experience as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, Van brings his deep knowledge of health and exercise science to his articles on health & fitness.
