You probably spend as much of your waking time at home in your kitchen, cooking, tidying up, entertaining friends, and spending time with your family as you do in any other room. It consistently appears on reports of top spaces home buyers are looking for, and is it any wonder? The kitchen is the soul of the house. Luckily, a few easy changes can significantly increase your home’s appeal and value.
Focus on the kitchen sink
The kitchen sink is an old adage for a reason – it’s one of the most important elements in the home. Today, buyers look for form as well as function. A deep, oversized stainless steel basin is an instant classic, and designers have options ranging from apron-front farmhouse sinks to colorful glass showpieces that anchor the whole room.
Improve the lighting
Good lighting is not only important for working in the kitchen. Designer lighting elements create elegance in a kitchen and give buyers the impression of added value. Consider stylish pendant lights to hang above an island or countertop. Add undercabinet lighting to give the kitchen a luxury look. Finally, exchange traditional lightbulbs for LEDs in your existing fixtures to save on energy costs.
Add a stylish backsplash
Adding a modern glass, mosaic tile, or classic white subway tile adds instant personality to a kitchen. Neutral tones will make the kitchen feel bigger and brighter to you and potential buyers. A new tile backsplash can bring a kitchen color palette together, and it usually only costs a few hundred dollars in materials.
Give your cabinets a facelift
Painting cabinets and adding new hardware are easy and cost-effective ways to improve the appeal of a kitchen. Try options like ring pulls or quirky hardware to add a custom look.
Add a range hood
Adding a stainless steel range hood to the space is a great way to improve the look of the kitchen without needing to add a new stove. A shiny, oversized hood creates the look of a chef’s kitchen, which is usually only seen in luxury homes. It can immediately value to a space.
