When it comes to home renovations, kitchen renovations can be one of the most expensive renovations ever. Not only can it be costly, but it can also be time-consuming and an
As I mentioned recently, Home Renovations, we’ve been wanting to update our family home. The idea is to tackle one room at a time, we started off with the living and stripped the walls. Next update is the kitchen because we are trying to keep costs down, these are some ideas we’ve come up with.
Budget Friendly Kitchen Renovations Ideas
When it comes to renovating the kitchen, there is so much to take into account. The kitchen is the heart of every home, and unless you’re hiring contractors and designers, it’s a massive job to take. It’s a job that will disrupt routine and can be a major pain. The following ideas are those that will work around your daily routine and guaranteed to be budget friendly.
Give Your Kitchen a Face Lift
It is amazing what a lick of paint can do to a room, there are so many sins that can be covered up. Not everyone can afford to buy brand new kitchen units, painting and upcycling is the next best thing.
Repair and Replace
Even with a small budget, there are some things that can be repaired or replaced. If the countertops are looking worse for wear, give them a little love. Either paint them over, repurpose or replace them instead of the entire kitchen. If you were however looking to replace the entire kitchen unit, Kitchen Warehouse has some affordable choices.
Light Up the Place
Changing lighting in your kitchen is another way to spruce up the place.
The ideas are just a few that we have decided to use in hopes of keeping the kitchen renovations costs down. One thing that is very important to us is to ensure we keep the theme of our home throughout the renovations. Nothing worse than over improving the kitchen and it doesn’t match the theme of your home.
The final thing we’ve considered doing is updating our kitchen floor. But the current tiles and match the theme of our home. These days, laminate floorings are very affordable, if we did want to update our kitchen floor, they are our first choice.
CMR Constructions says
Awesome tips that everyone can follow through particularly on a budget. Thanks for sharing.
Kamna & Radhika | Rejuvenate Ur Space says
Thank you for sharing so in the budget and convenient ideas. I agree the paint is a very important factor. I really want to change my kitchen color for a better feel. The idea you gave about the light is also very essential. With this post, it is very much seen that little things with low cost can make our kitchen very new and fresh.
Karen Morse says
These are lovely ideas and suggestions for people who would like to update their kitchen but are limited to a strict budget. You really do not have to spend too much to achieve that dream kitchen you’ve always wanted.
Alex lamb & bear says
Our kitchen is only 5 years old but it could already do with a new lick of paint etc. I definitely think so more lighting would help.
Ricci says
While kitchen renovations can be costly, it’s fun how small changes can make such a big difference. A friend of mine recently changed all the hardware on her kitchen cabinets and drawers and it changed the look of the whole kitchen!
Talya says
We are updating our kitchen too starting with our kitchen floor. We’ve had a test patch done – having the varnish stripped and then whitewashed – and that little test patch shows that it is going to be transformational!
Talya says
We are in the process of giving our kitchen a face lift on a budget starting with the floors which are a great way of making it seem new on a budget!
Jeanine says
So many great ideas. We are painting our kitchen tonight to hopefully give it a little facelift. We want to update it a bit and will be trying whatever we can to save a bit while doing so!
Katrina Ellen says
We spend so much time in our kitchen preparing meals and also getting ready for the day. I love that these are some easy things to do to make the space that much more inviting.
Pam says
Changing lighting can change a whole room. These are great tips for budget friendly home renovations.
Kita Bryant says
It is amazing what we can do to our kitchens these days. These are some amazing ideas!
Jenn Mitchell says
My kitchen could definitely use a lift. I love all of these ideas that won’t break my bank account to give it a little bit of help.
Laura Dove says
What great ideas! I would love to renovate our kitchen as, although it is well done, it isnt to our taste!
Vyjay Rao says
I like the fact that these ideas are all cost-effective and still can give a good makeover to the kitchen. I really like the bit about the lighting of the kitchen, this is something we too would be trying out.
Sarah Bailey says
These are some great ideas for renovating your kitchen on a budget! I love light so for me that is a big thing, I’ve lived in dull and dark homes and making sure it is light around you is a big thing.
Jenn@Engineermommy says
These are great ideas to renovate a kitchen without spending a lot. I can’t believe it when I hear my friends and family tell me what they pay a contractor to come in and do a full kitchen remodel.
Amber Myers says
I am working on kitchen renovations. Our kitchen is rather blah at the moment. Eventually we’ll get new cabinets and flooring. Plus appliances. But we need to win the lottery first.
candy says
Lighting is so important in every room of the home and most people don’t put in enough lighting. A new back splash, hardware or even a paint job does wonders.
Tabitha Blue says
We’ve been in the throes of home renovations as well. Our kitchen was one of the first projects we tackled and I’m SO glad we did!! We LOVE our open kitchen space. 🙂 You can see all the updates on our blog and we even have a YouTube episode featuring the kitchen makeover!
🙂
Tabitha Blue
https://freshmommyblog.com
Wend says
I would love to own a house to be able to renovate it! I love the idea of making a house just as you want it. Painting and upcycling the worktops is a fab idea to save some money and you’re right, painting the walls can make loads of difference xz
Miranda says
I know what you mean, I am hoping to get a place of my own once we’ve done the family home
Wensgy says
I would love to own a house to be able to renovate it! I love the idea of making a house just as you want it. Painting and upcycling the worktops is a fab idea to save some money and you’re right, painting the walls can make loads of difference xz
Miranda says
Thank you, Wendy, upcycling can dave some money indeed
SHELLEY KING says
We just bought an older home and the kitchen is driving me crazy. It needs updated big time. You have great tips. I think I will work with the lighting and painting first.
Amy - All about a Mummy says
Painting and freshening up a kitchen works wonders. Great tips here
Heather says
I’m hoping to buy our first home within the next 30 days and I know I’ll probably need to renovate some part of it. I’m not looking forward to it, but I am looking forward to the final result.
Stephanie says
We did our kitchen on a budget and it’s so surprising how much you can save, fab tips
Miranda says
Thanks, once you think about it, you can really save
Marie Blake says
The kitchen is the last room in our house we want to do up. This is very helpful I’m definitely going to try to add more light and look at up cycling!
Miranda says
Oh good luck lovely and hope these tips come in handy when you do start your kitchen up do
Terri Steffes says
Kitchen renovations are expensive. We have learned to look carefully at what we can live with. We might save the cabinets but change the countertops. Or, save the countertops and paint the cabinets. Lighting can be expensive but it does add a lot of drama!
Emily says
I love finding low cost ways to renovate my house! We did a few of these lower cost ideas a few years ago and it made a big difference with our kitchen. Painting the cabinets, changing out the hardware and adding a back splash made a huge impact on the kitchen.
Chloe Ciliberto says
Really great tips. We’re gong to be moving house soon and need to do some minor renovations. I’ll keep some of these in mind.
Miranda says
Good luck with the move and hope you find some useful and affordable ways to renovate your new home
Treasure Every Moment says
These are such a good idea and the perfect way to make changes at home without spending a lot of money. When we moved into our house we contemplated refurbishing the kitchen cupboards, instead of replacing it 🙂
Cath - BattleMum says
Painting and refreshing counter tops would be my first port of call if doing up the kitchen. It’d be great to get a whole new kitchen but as pointed out that can start to get costly!
Annette, 3 Little Buttons says
Great ideas! Definitely painting and brightening everything up can help so much. I agree that kitchens can be mega expensive if fitting out brand new x
Karen Morse says
These are lovely ideas and suggestions for people who would like to update their kitchen but are limited to a strict budget. You really do not have to spend too much to achieve that dream kitchen you’ve always wanted.
Alex lamb & bear says
Our kitchen is only 5 years old but it could already do with a new lick of paint etc. I definitely think so more lighting would help.
Talya says
We are in the process of giving our kitchen a face lift on a budget starting with the floors which are a great way of making it seem new on a budget!
Talya says
We are updating our kitchen too starting with our kitchen floor. We’ve had a test patch done – having the varnish stripped and then whitewashed – and that little test patch shows that it is going to be transformational!
Jeanine says
So many great ideas. We are painting our kitchen tonight to hopefully give it a little facelift. We want to update it a bit and will be trying whatever we can to save a bit while doing so!
Katrina Ellen says
We spend so much time in our kitchen preparing meals and also getting ready for the day. I love that these are some easy things to do to make the space that much more inviting.
Jenn Mitchell says
My kitchen could definitely use a lift. I love all of these ideas that won’t break my bank account to give it a little bit of help.
Kita Bryant says
It is amazing what we can do to our kitchens these days. These are some amazing ideas!
Vyjay Rao says
I like the fact that these ideas are all cost-effective and still can give a good makeover to the kitchen. I really like the bit about the lighting of the kitchen, this is something we too would be trying out.
Emily says
I love finding low cost ways to renovate my house! We did a few of these lower cost ideas a few years ago and it made a big difference with our kitchen. Painting the cabinets, changing out the hardware and adding a back splash made a huge impact on the kitchen.
Heather says
I’m hoping to buy our first home within the next 30 days and I know I’ll probably need to renovate some part of it. I’m not looking forward to it, but I am looking forward to the final result.
Pam says
Changing lighting can change a whole room. These are great tips for budget friendly home renovations.
Ricci says
While kitchen renovations can be costly, it’s fun how small changes can make such a big difference. A friend of mine recently changed all the hardware on her kitchen cabinets and drawers and it changed the look of the whole kitchen!
SHELLEY KING says
We just bought an older home and the kitchen is driving me crazy. It needs updated big time. You have great tips. I think I will work with the lighting and painting first.
Terri Steffes says
Kitchen renovations are expensive. We have learned to look carefully at what we can live with. We might save the cabinets but change the countertops. Or, save the countertops and paint the cabinets. Lighting can be expensive but it does add a lot of drama!
Tabitha Blue says
We’ve been in the throes of home renovations as well. Our kitchen was one of the first projects we tackled and I’m SO glad we did!! We LOVE our open kitchen space. 🙂 You can see all the updates on our blog and we even have a YouTube episode featuring the kitchen makeover!
🙂
Tabitha Blue
https://freshmommyblog.com
Sarah Bailey says
These are some great ideas for renovating your kitchen on a budget! I love light so for me that is a big thing, I’ve lived in dull and dark homes and making sure it is light around you is a big thing.
Jenn@Engineermommy says
These are great ideas to renovate a kitchen without spending a lot. I can’t believe it when I hear my friends and family tell me what they pay a contractor to come in and do a full kitchen remodel.
Laura Dove says
What great ideas! I would love to renovate our kitchen as, although it is well done, it isnt to our taste!
candy says
Lighting is so important in every room of the home and most people don’t put in enough lighting. A new back splash, hardware or even a paint job does wonders.
Amber Myers says
I am working on kitchen renovations. Our kitchen is rather blah at the moment. Eventually we’ll get new cabinets and flooring. Plus appliances. But we need to win the lottery first.
Wend says
I would love to own a house to be able to renovate it! I love the idea of making a house just as you want it. Painting and upcycling the worktops is a fab idea to save some money and you’re right, painting the walls can make loads of difference xz
Miranda says
I know what you mean, I am hoping to get a place of my own once we’ve done the family home
Stephanie says
We did our kitchen on a budget and it’s so surprising how much you can save, fab tips
Miranda says
Thanks, once you think about it, you can really save
Wensgy says
I would love to own a house to be able to renovate it! I love the idea of making a house just as you want it. Painting and upcycling the worktops is a fab idea to save some money and you’re right, painting the walls can make loads of difference xz
Miranda says
Thank you, Wendy, upcycling can dave some money indeed
Chloe Ciliberto says
Really great tips. We’re gong to be moving house soon and need to do some minor renovations. I’ll keep some of these in mind.
Miranda says
Good luck with the move and hope you find some useful and affordable ways to renovate your new home
Marie Blake says
The kitchen is the last room in our house we want to do up. This is very helpful I’m definitely going to try to add more light and look at up cycling!
Miranda says
Oh good luck lovely and hope these tips come in handy when you do start your kitchen up do
Cath - BattleMum says
Painting and refreshing counter tops would be my first port of call if doing up the kitchen. It’d be great to get a whole new kitchen but as pointed out that can start to get costly!
Amy - All about a Mummy says
Painting and freshening up a kitchen works wonders. Great tips here
Annette, 3 Little Buttons says
Great ideas! Definitely painting and brightening everything up can help so much. I agree that kitchens can be mega expensive if fitting out brand new x
Treasure Every Moment says
These are such a good idea and the perfect way to make changes at home without spending a lot of money. When we moved into our house we contemplated refurbishing the kitchen cupboards, instead of replacing it 🙂