Easy Updates

While we might all have visions of our dream kitchen, doing a full-scale remodel might not be in the budget at the moment. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing you can do. Here are 15 easy ideas to update your kitchen – no renovation necessary.

You don’t have to tear out old cabinetry to give your kitchen a fresh new look. With a bit of creativity and the the help of pinterest and instagram for inspiration, you can update your kitchen cabinets without replacing them. Try these easy ways to refresh your cabinets with paint, molding, inserts, and new hardware. Update an old cabinet door by adding a glass panel. You can order panels from a glass shop, selecting between clear, frosted, reeded, or ribbed glass for a unique look. Use a router to remove the center panel, then sand and paint if desired. Have the glass cut to size, adding an extra half-inch on each side. Place the glass piece on the back of the frame and secure it with clips.

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