Kitchen Remodeling Ideas That Will Increase Your Home Value
Here are some tips to help you get started and make changes that will improve the resale value of your home.
Since the kitchen is the heart of the home, you need to ensure it is appealing, comfortable, and a place where you want to spend time. If your kitchen isn’t the practical, modern space you want, now is a great time to make some changes.
However, if you are planning a kitchen remodel in a home you don’t plan to be in forever, make sure to keep overall resale value in mind. To do this, be sure you avoid the latest trends and invest in things you need (and that someone else would find valuable).
1. Change the Color Scheme
Paint offers one of the fastest, most affordable, and easiest ways to quickly change your kitchen. It’s also extremely flexible and can be used in several innovative ways.
Once you change the color of your kitchen, it will seem fresher and brighter. As long as your flooring and cabinets still match, this is a modest way to integrate a brighter, more contemporary color into the space.
If resale value is your goal, go with neutrals. These will freshen up the space while improving the resale value of your home.
2. Update Your Cabinets
Have your kitchen cabinets seen better days? Is painting not enough to restore them? If so, consider replacing the cabinets.
When it comes to your kitchen’s style, a lot of focus is on the cabinets and how much space you must store essentials. Replacing the cabinets is a big investment, so be sure this is necessary.
If the cabinets are still in decent condition and structurally intact, you can update them instead. Some tips to help with this include:
- Give them a deep cleaning
- Paint the cabinets
- Change the hardware
- Replace the cabinet doors
Taking these small steps can completely alter the way your cabinets look and improve the entire vibe of your kitchen.
3. Add a Backsplash
The backsplash has a functional purpose, but it’s also a decorative touch that can make a huge difference when it comes to your home’s resale value.
Backsplashes shield your walls and the counters that are behind the stove. They also provide a bit of color and intrigue to the space.
Installing backsplashes is simple and something you can do on your own, or you can hire a professional to help with this. Some materials to consider using as a backsplash include stone, metal, peel-and-stick wallpaper, tile, or shiplap. Based on the materials, the cost will vary. Another basic and common choice is subway tiles; however, unusual materials like mirrors and bolder patterns are also popular.
4. Invest in New Countertops
While installing quartz or granite slab countertops can improve the look of your kitchen, these are quite expensive. If you have a limited budget, choosing more affordable materials, such as Formica, tiles, granite remnants, or laminates, is better. These are also going to provide an appealing look.
You can also choose lower-quality stone slabs or even porcelain for your counters.
5. Improve Kitchen Lighting
Like the backsplash mentioned above, you should not underestimate the benefits of good lighting in your kitchen. If you install quality lighting, you can emphasize the colors and textures in your kitchen fixtures and elements.
Some lighting options to consider include under-cabinet lights, recessed lighting, and ceiling lights. In the end, the cost to install new lighting fixtures in your kitchen is low and can make a huge impact on the look and feel of the space.
6. Invest in New Energy-Efficient Appliances
It’s estimated that around 69% of buyers who are in the market for a new home will pay more if there are new appliances installed in your kitchen. Be sure to choose energy-efficient models and smart appliances that will look great, work well, and save money.
Some of the top appliance options to consider installing include refrigerators, four-burner gas ranges, and double ovens. Not only are these going to improve the functionality of your kitchen, but they can also increase your home’s resale value significantly.
7. Add a Kitchen Island
Do you need an additional workspace in the kitchen? Is there plenty of open space in the room? If so, why not consider installing a kitchen island.
Depending on how much space you have, you can double your work surfaces when installing an island. You can also add other features, like additional cabinets or shelves for storage and even a sink.
Additional Tips for Your Kitchen Remodel Project
When it comes to planning a kitchen remodel, there are more than a few ways to update and improve the space. However, there are a few other things to think about, as well.
Declutter and Stay Organized
If you analyze what you really need and eliminate clutter, you can work much more effectively. Clear off your counters and get rid of anything you don’t really need.
Stick to the Floorplan
Unless there is no other choice, it is good to maintain the current utility and pipe arrangement. If you want to move these elements, it is going to cost a lot more.
Choose the Same Color Appliances
You need to ensure the appliances and equipment in your home all match. If you choose a different color than what you already have, the new item will stick out. Also, having appliances that are all the same color are going to increase resale value.
Making the Right Changes in Your Kitchen Remodel
If you want to make the most of your kitchen remodel budget, be sure to keep the tips and information above in mind. By focusing on the elements above, you can change the space and make it more functional.
A byproduct of the right changes in your kitchen is that you will increase the resale value of your home. If you have plans to sell at any point in the future (near or far), you must make the right changes and upgrades. In the long run, this is going to pay off and help you get the desired results.
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McManus Kitchen and Bath is a design and build company specializing in kitchen and bath remodels.
