Have you just moved into a new house or are you planning to spruce up the bath and/or the kitchen of your existing house for a new look? Look no further as we have you covered. We’ve picked up the best eight ideas that can help you brighten up your kitchen and bath. Have a look below.
- 1. Install a new Backsplash
Easily upgrade and transform your bath and kitchen area by using fairly inexpensive backsplashes. Wide varieties of backsplashes are available in the market and offer a range of products to suit every budget. You would be amazed to find the choice of designs that can give a very swanky and upmarket look to your bath and kitchen. Since backsplashes require regular cleaning, one should choose to buy tiles that are easy to maintain and clean. Tiles made of glass and porcelain are good choices for quick and hassle-free cleaning.
- 2. Paint the Cabinets
Aging cabinets with old paint give a very dull look to the room. This can easily be changed by painting up the old cabinets with new paint. Try using a combination of bright colors to give the room a contemporary vibe. Two-tone colored cabinets look trendy and timeless. Good choice of colors can dramatically change the perception of the room. Bright reflective colors can give a perception of “larger than actual” room. One should pay attention to this detailing if the size of the bath and kitchen is relatively small.
- 3. Upgrade the Sinks
Replace the worn out kitchen and bath sink. Go for the new designs, now available online and in stores. Depending upon the size of your kitchen and space available choose the one that fits best and does not look out of place. Go with Under Mount, Flush Mount, Farmhouse, Self-Rimming, Quartz, Prep Sink or Island type design.
A wide variety of sink material is available to choose from. Depending on your taste and decor, you may choose from Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Composite, Fire clay or Bamboo.
Sinks are available in various configurations such as Single Bowl, Double Bowl or Double Offset
- 4. Replace Countertops
Countertops go through a lot of wear and tear and eventually become dull in color. By just changing the countertop, you can uplift the looks of the kitchen and bath. Depending on your budget, time for renovation and design taste, you can choose your countertop from a wide variety of materials such as Granite, Engineered Quartz, Marble, Quartzite, Solid Surface, Wood, Laminate, Soapstone, Concrete, Stainless Steel, Limestone, Tile, Glass, Recycled Glass, Onyx, Terrazzo, Copper, or Zinc.
Most popular countertops by style are – Contemporary, Eclectic, Modern, Traditional, Asian, Beach Style, Craftsman, Farmhouse, Industrial, Mediterranean, Midcentury, Rustic, Scandinavian, Shabby Chic Style, South western, Transitional, Tropical, and Victorian.
- 5. Replace Hardware Fittings
Bathroom and kitchen fixtures tend to lose their shine over time. Replace your bath and kitchen fixtures including pulls and knobs, with new age stainless steel or brushed nickel for sleek looking minimal hardware. Consider copper and rose gold fixtures if you wish to give a contemporary look to your bath and kitchen.
- 6. Light Up the Cabinets
If you check carefully then it is quite likely that you would discover few under cabinet corners that are dark and could do with some extra light. Install under cabinet light and find articles that you may have been missing in the dark. A simple and easy to install solution such as under and in cabinet lighting, can greatly increase room illumination as well as enhance the general ambiance of the room.
- 7. Light Up the Areas
Dull and ill-lit rooms give a depressing feeling. Get rid of the old lighting fixtures and go for the new age lighting solutions that are easy on the environment as well as on your pocket. Use of bright light gives a perception of a “larger than actual” room. Experiment with extra light and install focused lights on special food prepping area and see the difference.
- 8. Tweak the Design
Consider adding stylish molding to your doorways, cabinets, and windows. An inexpensive design tweak can enhance the character of the items in the room, giving it a much more premium feel. Try small decorations and wall hangings to make the ambiance look more interesting and lively.
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