5 ways to spruce up your kitchen – Upgrading the home is an amazing way to freshen up the space, and make it a lot more inviting and up to date. A kitchen can usually be difficult to tackle given that there are so many things to think about beforehand. However, from refreshing the cabinet drawers to adding warmer and softer colours for the upcoming season, it is clear that you can try and get the same effect like these fitted kitchens in North London, without creating a dent in your bank account. Continue reading to find out more on ways to spruce up your kitchen this summer.
5 ways to spruce up your kitchen
Clean up the space
One of the main reasons that a kitchen may feel dull and uninviting, is because it is prone to getting dirty quite quickly. Giving the kitchen a deep clean can make a real difference to the feel of the overall space. This means getting deep into the crevices you wouldn’t normally touch, tackling those thick layers of grease, and decluttering your cabinets. Remember to give all your appliances a good once over and to avoid using any harsh tools that may end up leaving scratches or marks on the surface.
Add accessories
When you go on the hunt for home accessories, you usually picture them being in your hallway or living space. However, the kitchen is quite literally the heart of the home, which means you should focus on decorating its own walls and surfaces too. From small pieces of artwork to hang on the wall, to small pots and floating shelves with dangling plants, there are many ways to add character a kitchen.
Replace knobs
The knobs on doors and kitchen cabinets are usually something we don’t pay much attention to, but makes a huge statement once they are changed. Get rid of any old and rusty-looking knobs, and replace with something that is trendy and easy to clean. You’ll be surprised at the small but noticeable difference it makes.
Lighting
Lighting is essential to focus on when you want to spruce up your space. The kitchen has a lot of options when it comes to where you want to place lighting, to create certain moods and effects. Soft lighting both under and above cabinets creates the perfect aura for a kitchen that illuminates it enough to be able to see, but keeps the warmth of the kitchen space.
Replace units
This is usually a bit more of an expensive job, but replacing the sink, tiles or even cooker, will definitely create a different feel to the kitchen. If you are looking for something a lot bigger, consider fitting an island if you have the space.
It’s clear there are many ways to spruce up your kitchen that are relatively easily. Take on your space now to have it freshened up and ready for the summer months ahead.
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Debz Louise is a UK-based lifestyle expert and the founder of several lifestyle blogs, including Wannabe Princess and Under 5s. Specializing in everything from interior design and home renovation to body-positive fashion and early years development,