Updating your kitchen is not something that needs to cost a fortune or involve a full-scale renovation. There are lots of changes that you can make to give your kitchen a more modern appearance without paying thousands for it.
A big change that is fairly simple is changing the flooring. If the floor is outdated it is clearly not in the best condition this makes the room feel shabby and tired out. Flooring like vinyl and laminate is relatively inexpensive and can really change the whole look of the room, as well as being low maintenance and hardwearing.
Another clever way to give your kitchen a fresh look is to change your cupboard doors – you can get made to measure kitchen doors from places like this www.happy-doors.co.uk/shop/products/kitchens and this is cheaper than changing the whole units and cupboards themselves.
Worktops are another thing that can really change the look of the kitchen. You can replace your old worktops with a different one, and there are many materials to choose from such as quartz, marble or laminate for example, depending on the look and style that you want.
Improving lighting is another simple update. Under-cabinet lighting brightens work surfaces and creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Replacing outdated light fittings with modern LED options can improve both style and energy efficiency, and if you have a dining area consider using statement lighting to highlight it and create atmosphere in this area.