The kitchen is a huge selling feature, so making sure it is in top notch condition before selling your home should be a priority! We know the perfect tips and tricks for you to update that kitchen at a lower cost.

1. Stain/paint dated kitchen cabinets instead of replacing them

 Instead of paying the big bucks to replace them, just stain or paint them. It is as simple as applying the stain in even strokes, going with the grain of the wood. Add some stylish hardware, and your kitchen will have the up-to-date look that buyers love, for way less than an entire kitchen remodel!

2. Stainless-steel appliances are always in!

Instead of buying a new dishwasher, here is a simple, low cost way to resurface an old one. First, remove the front panels and clean them well. Next, apply a stainless-steel stick-on covering, and cut it to size. For just $20 your dishwasher will go from outdated to in style again.

3. Fill existing hardware holes instead of making new, unsightly ones.

Removing old kitchen hardware can leave your cabinets with holes. Here is a trick to reusing the existing ones. First, dip a toothpick in glue and place it in the stripped hole. Cut off the excess piece. Once the glue dries, you’ll be ready to put in the hardware that buyers love.

4. Save money on granite countertops

Granite countertops are a huge selling feature, but they can be expensive. Here are a few ways to save on this investment. First, do the demo yourself. Also, ask the vendor for remnants from previous projects. Remember, any money you spend will definitely be returned in the value these beautiful counters added to your kitchen.

5. New kitchen appliances bring high returns from sellers

Studies show that new kitchen appliances bring high returns from sellers, so get rid of old appliances that make the rest of the kitchen look dated. Once you install the new equipment, it will scream “Fresh updated kitchen” and you will see that spending a little money will be well worth it.

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Interiors Revitalized is a full-service home staging, model home merchandising, and interior design firm located in Jacksonville Florida.  In addition to Jacksonville, we serve the  St. Johns, St. Augustine, Orange Park, Fleming Island, and Fernandina Beach areas. Contact us today at 904.625.2214 to discuss your home staging or interior design project.  We’ll make that first offer your best offer!

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