Refurbishing your Kitchen and Bathroom to Add Value to Your Home
The way current market conditions are today, it’s a good idea to think about adding value to your home in order to get the best price possible. Two of the major selling points to a home are the kitchen and the bathrooms. These would be the best place to add value and make your home shine, and maximize your potential sales price of your home.
Many people feel that they need to replace their cabinetry entirely in order to make a kitchen look new. This is not the case at all. All you need is a little paint, and some imagination. The first step is to decide the color palette for your kitchen. You can create a three-dimensional effect on your plain cabinet doors by taping off a 2 or 3 inch border and painting primary color on the inside and secondary color on the outside. Always use the lighter color to paint the inside of the cabinets. Next, change the hardware. Choose something modern and shiny. Knobs are an inexpensive addition and can really change the entire décor of your cabinets. After you’ve completed your cabinetry, move on to the kitchen table and window treatments. Find fabric that matches the color palette you’ve chosen for your cabinets. A simple table cloth and a few curtains are sure to add an updated look to your kitchen. Finally, the walls will need some painting. Stick with the same color palette, using the lighter color to accent the walls. Don’t worry about your kitchen counters. Less attention will be spent on the counters if you add color to your walls, cabinets, and windows. Just be sure your counters are clean.
Next is your bathroom. Again, it is truly amazing what a fresh coat of paint will do. Repaint the bathroom by choosing a color that represents serenity. Blues, cream colors and yellow’s are always nice additions. Keep your towels and rugs fresh and new. Coordinate these items to match your paint. If you have a window in your bathroom, add a matching curtain. Choose accessories that freshen up the entire look of the bathroom. Wicker or metal is always a safe bet. Also adding a plant or antique picture can liven the bathroom. Clean any toothbrush holders, cups and soap dishes. Free them of toothpaste or soap scum; give them a new appearance.
Making just a few changes to your kitchen or bathroom can make all the difference in your home. When it comes time to sell, your buyer’s will notice and it could quite possibly make all the difference in your price!