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The kitchen is said to be the heart of the home where you prepare delicious meals for the family. Your kitchen says a lot about you, and it would be best if you kept it in good condition. Various parts and appliances in your kitchen are bound to age with time, especially if you live in an old house. Fortunately, there are numerous ways you can update your kitchen to give it a modern touch. Here are some of the effective hacks you can use to make your outdated kitchen look better.
Get rid of the upper cabinets
If you walk into most outdated kitchens, you will find cabinets installed on the upper walls to provide storage space. However, these upper cabinets are outdated and make your kitchen look crowded. We recommend opening your space by removing the cabinets and installing open shelves with a few decorative elements.
Add seating to your kitchen
Other than the living room, the kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in the house. If you prefer to host your guests in the kitchen or congregate with your family for dinner, you might want to give people a place to sit. A great option for seating space would be countertop stools at the kitchen island or a dining set tailored to fit the size of your kitchen.
Update the floors
The floors are often overlooked, but they play a major role in the overall outcome of your kitchen. It is high time you swapped out your old linoleum or vinyl floor for more durable options such as wood or tile. There are other popular flooring options such as slate, travertine, and tile that look like hardwood.
Upgrade your Kitchen Sink & Plumbing
You should also upgrade your kitchen sink with a more modern option. You can seek help from a plumber to help with the technical bits including measurements, planning, picking the right material, and doing the installation. Don’t forget the hidden components that you hardly see. If you have old plumbing parts, it might be time to upgrade them. Ask your local plumber to inspect your pipes and determine whether they need to be fixed. You should also fix any leaking pipes in your kitchen as soon as possible.
Change the countertops
Kitchen countertops do the bulk of the work in the kitchen and are bound to get worn out with time. We recommend getting rid of the old countertops and installing new ones to give your kitchen a modern look. There are plenty of durable options to choose from, such as marble, granite, and resin, which will make your kitchen go from drab to fab.
Incorporate new lighting fixtures
Good lighting sets the mood in your kitchen and makes the ambiance calming. You will also have an easier time cooking if the room is well lit. Consider supplementing the overhead light source with additional light sources such as pendant lights or under cabinet lighting. You could also install a dimmer switch to make your lighting more versatile.
Wrapping up
Modernizing your old kitchen might just be about making a few tweaks. Ensure you also incorporate kitchen hardware and flooring that suits your style and budget. You should also bring in a professional for the technical aspects of kitchen remodel.
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