How a Great Kitchen Can Make All The Difference

Kitchens are often a focal point of a home and can make a huge difference when it comes to selling a home. A kitchen can be what attracts someone to your home, and an inviting kitchen will not only make you feel better, but will also mean that others will feel comfortable within your home. If you ever come to selling your home an inviting kitchen can be a deal breaker. At the end of the day, the kitchen is where you will spend a lot of time, whether it is cooking, washing up, or washing clothes, so it should be a place that you feel happy in. Now is a brilliant time to update your kitchen and turn your space into the space that you deserve.

 

 

Transform Your Kitchen

So just how can you make a difference to your kitchen? If you are not up for completing gutting your original kitchen, there are still certain things that you can do to update your current design and make it look more appealing. There are ways to update your home regardless of your budget and time-frame. There are lots a smaller projects that you can embark on, such as making your cabinets darker. Dark finishes are being used more and more these days, and it is so easy and relatively inexpensive, which makes this one a popular choice. If you are looking to make a difference to your kitchen, but you are not that confident taking on a complete DIY project, this is a good one to start with. Most cabinets can be painted, either with a wood paint, or furniture paint, depending on the material of your existing cabinets. You can also invest in some different handles for your cabinets – these can be purchased incredibly cheaply and the finished product will look like you have spent a lot of money on installing a completely new kitchen. This can easily be done in a day, and can make a massive difference to the appearance of your kitchen – a point to bear in mind if you are thinking of selling your home in the near future, or even if you are considering using your kitchen to entertain in.

Larger Kitchen Projects

For slightly larger projects, but still not on the scale where your whole kitchen is being replaced, you could consider installing new taps and a new backsplash. You will be surprised at the difference that these can make to your kitchen, as singularly they are very small projects, but overall, you can change the appearance quite considerably. Glass is very popular and is so versatile as it is available in a huge variety of different colours and styles. This means that you can really personalise your kitchen how you want, whilst still keeping on trend. You can choose between standard sized tiles, or mosaic tiles, really creating the backsplash that you want. Glass is an excellent material to use in the kitchen, particularly for a backsplash as it is waterproof. It does not need sealing like a lot of materials, reducing the costs and the labour, and is a perfect project for first time tillers. Although ceramic and porcelain tiles have been favoured in the past because they are a cheaper option, glass really does modernise your kitchen, making it seem more appealing to visitors.

 

Make the Most of the Available Space

A finally quick and easy way of updating your kitchen is to make the most of the available space. If you do not have the budget to completely re-furbish your kitchen, you will need to work with your existing furniture, and create as much space as you can with what you have. Try keeping your appliances hidden, for example in cupboards, to utilise and display all of the space you have on your surfaces. When your sides are all clear, you can then start introducing eye catching accent accessories to brighten up your space, whilst keeping everything tidied away and out of sight. These small differences can make all of the difference when it comes to a kitchen, whether you are entertaining or not, and it will just make your whole house feel more inviting. These are all small projects that you can consider if your budget and /or time-frame are tight.


If you have a much bigger project in mind, there are plenty of ways that you can improve your kitchen in the long term. If you have a separate dining room to kitchen and you are in a position to, consider removing a wall to make the area open plan. Like we said previously, it is all about making the most of the space you have available. By removing a wall, you can still have a separate dining area to kitchen, but it will let in a lot more light and space if it is open plan. It is also a lot more convenient to entertain in, as you can be talking to your guest whilst you are cooking, instead of having to leave them to go into a separate room. The previous points still apply, such as dark colours and keeping your appliances hidden, if you want to really keep your kitchen on trend.

 

 

Use Effective Lighting

Lighting can play a massive part in any room and the kitchen is no different. Kitchens should let as much light in as possible, as this will help make the area look larger too. This is especially apparent if you have followed the trend and installed darker cupboards too, as this may make the room look smaller. This can be done with a main lighting system in the centre of the kitchen and the dining room, which is sufficient to light the entire room properly and supplemented with mood lighting. This is particularly effective if it is installed on the skirting boards, and underneath the cupboards, as it will highlight the clear area on your sides. Mood lighting is incredibly elegant and classy, yet it does not have to cost you a lot of money at all. Obviously, this does require a level of expertise as any additional lighting will have to be wired in, and it will be a more costly option; however it could add value to your home and will be an improvement that will last.

Timeless Kitchen Designs 

If you are lucky enough to have a large garden with a patio and a kitchen that backs onto this, you can extend your kitchen out to the garden. Invest in some garden furniture that will fit the theme of your dining table and chairs, and invest in a barbeque, or even build a bar area. This ultimate entertaining space will really add value and appeal to your home. It is also something that you can get a lot of enjoyment out of in the summer months and means that you can host garden parties. These trends are all incredibly timeless, which is why this is a perfect time to revamp your home. Keep this in your mind when planning your designs and maximise the space to the best of your ability.


Every home is different, just like everyone’s budget is; however there are things that everyone can do in their home that can improve the appearance of their kitchen. If you are planning on selling your home in the near future, this is something to bear in mind as it can make a massive difference to the appeal and asking price. Making very simple, inexpensive changes can add value to your home, as well as increasing the chances of it being sold. Not only that, but an attractive kitchen will automatically make people feel comfortable in your home, and will provide you will an excellent entertaining area.