5 Budget DIY Hacks to Upgrade Your Kitchen

Are you tired of your outdated kitchen but don’t have enough money for a full renovation? Check out these 5 budget DIY hacks by Mr.Kate to upgrade your kitchen without breaking the bank. You don’t need to spend a lot of money on a kitchen makeover. With a few simple paint jobs and touches, your space will look as good as new.

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If you have little to no experience in doing DIY projects, do not worry. These tips and tricks are perfect for beginners like you. You don’t need to replace your whole cabinet or install ceramic tiles, as they can be hard, labor-intensive, and expensive. Keep on reading to learn more.

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How to Upgrade Kitchen on a Budget

1 – Upgrade your cabinet fronts

Remove the doors of your cabinets and paint them in your preferred color. Pop out the middle of the panels if you can, then replace them with metal mesh.

2 – Add a peel-and-stick tile backsplash

Adding a backsplash to your kitchen will make a big difference even if they are just peel-and-stick tiles. You don’t have to use ceramic tiles as they can be hard, expensive, and time-consuming to install for beginners.

3 – Paint handles and knobs with appliance epoxy

Painting the handles of your refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave to fit the color theme of your kitchen can transform the look of your space.

4 – Change cabinet pulls

Change your cabinet pulls as well. They are inexpensive and easy to install. It will make your kitchen look updated. Make sure they match the colors of your kitchen. Measure them twice before buying.

5 – Add lighting overhead and under cabinets

Change your overhead lights to something new and modern. Then add some battery-operated cabinet lights. Lighting can make a big difference to any space. Just adding these warm lights can update the look and feel of your space.

5 Budget DIY Hacks to Upgrade Your Kitchen