A Modern Kitchen - Secret Tips From The Experts : Refurbish On A Shoestring

By Matthew Kerridge

Undoubtedly the kitchen is the most important room in the home. You not only prepare scrumptious meals in it but people congregate in it for various reasons like chatting about the day over a cup of tea or just kicking back and sharing an experience while dinner is prepared. There are many styles of kitchens varying from contemporary, country, traditional and of course the most popular being the modern kitchen.

Your space is important, whether it be a lot of it or just a few square feet. So you need to utilize is well. By redoing just three pieces in your kitchen, you can create a masterpiece where the whole family would want to gather and eat.

First get some ideas down on paper and don't be afraid to include the family. You will be surprised how many ideas come out of just one brainstorming session. Try and find a download site on the internet that will allow you to take a free trial period for a kitchen design package. This way you could play around with many ideas which will allow you to make a lot of mistakes in a virtual world rather than the real world.

If you just want to repaint the cabinet doors, then go with a white enamel which will instantly give you a modern look. Replace your door handles with stainless steel or transparent glass knobs. These will brighten up the doors and will change their look completely. Remember the smaller your kitchen is the lighter the color should be on your surfaces.

Another trick to turn your kitchen into a modern masterpiece is to replace your cabinet doors with transparent fiberglass which has been glazed either entirely or with artful patterns on them. Here you could go one step further and place a few recess lights into your cabinets either on the ceiling or on the side panels. Experiment a bit with tones of yellow or purple and even a soft lime would give your kitchen a brilliant floating feeling.

Next on your list is the counter top. Do not choose a granite top as these are super expensive. There are a myriad of alternatives like using laminate counters. They are stunning to look at and can be customized for you in almost any color. They are affordable as well as durable which will last you for many years to come. Remember also so keep the color contrasting with your cabinets.

Last would be your flooring. Vinyl is the ultimate cost saver. Again the sheets or blocks come in thousands of patterns and colors which will make you dizzy. Keep it a neutral color blending in with your cabinets and counter top. Following these easy tips would give you a modern kitchen in no time by not having to break the bank. - 33383

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