Budget Hack: Refresh Your Kitchen or Bathroom Without Breaking the Bank

Upgrading your kitchen or bathroom doesn’t mean you have to gut the space entirely. In fact, there are a few budget-friendly ways you can refresh and renew the space for very little money! Woman’s World connected with home renovation experts to get the inside scoop on upgrading kitchens and bathrooms — two of the most costly rooms to renovate in the home — without having to completely rip the room down to the studs. Find out what they had to say, plus the Amazon retailer where you can buy beautiful door knobs, handles, and other hardware to make upgrading your kitchen or bathroom fast, easy, and affordable.

Kitchen and bathroom renovations aren’t always the answer

If your kitchen or bathroom has good bones, you may not need to gut it entirely. There are lots of ways you can renew the look and feel of the space without rip out the existing cabinets, appliances, and the like.

“When upgrading in your kitchen and bathrooms, you don’t need to replace the cabinets,” Scot McCabe, owner of CertaPro Painters of South Metro, tells Woman’s World. “You can paint them!“

“Hire a professional who can enamel the cabinet doors, drawers, and cabinet bases,” McCabe adds. “This adds an entire new look to your space. You can go with traditional contemporary white or add a splash of color. If your ceilings are the old popcorn style, these can be scraped and converted to a flat surface or the knockdown texture.”

Paint is a simple and cost-effective way to completely transform a space. Even if you’re paying professionals to paint the space or cabinets for you, you’re still spending exponentially less than you would spend on an entire kitchen or bathroom remodel.

Swapping out the hardware in kitchens and bathrooms is a great way to upgrade

That’s not all — McCabe has another budget-friendly way to refresh your kitchen or bathroom. Swapping old or outdated towel racks and hardware is another affordable way to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom. “Take them down, have the professions repair the holes, then repaint the whole room,” says McCabe. “Make sure you use a high-quality paint and sheen that can withstand higher moisture in these rooms as well as adding a more washable surface!“

Divya Kambhoj, owner and interior designer of Ivish Interiors, concurs. She knows how costly a full-scale kitchen or bathroom remodel can be — not to mention time-consuming! “Small changes, like updating doorknobs, cabinet handles, towel hooks, and paint color, are cost-effective ways to transform your home’s look and feel without undertaking a major renovation,” Kambhoj says.

Wondering where to start? “Modern, sleek designs can make your space feel contemporary, while vintage styles can add charm and character,” Kambhoj adds. “With a wide variety of designs and finishes available, you can easily find hardware that complements your existing décor, personalizes your taste, and breathes new life into your home.”

Kambhoj also suggests considering ergonomic shapes, which enhance functionality and make daily use more convenient, when shopping for kitchen and bathroom drawer and cabinet pulls. “Upgrading to high-quality materials and consistent finishes is key to achieving a cohesive look that reflects a well-maintained home and provides a noticeable boost to its overall appeal and usability,” the interior designer explains.

Hardware ideas for drawers and cabinets in kitchens and bathrooms

If you’re upgrading your space on a budget, Explore Hardware can help. Find door knobs, door levers, and accessories all for $100 or less on Amazon!

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