Kitchen Makeover

7 years ago

Hi all,

I've just bought a house and this is the kitchen that we have inherited. It isn't bad, but could do with a spruce up. I'm not a fan of the floor, but that will be costly to replace I think. What would you do for about £1k to give this kitchen a makeover?

TIA!

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Viv Bristow
7 years ago
I'm not sure how cheap this is to do in practice, but the worktops look good so could you change the cupboard doors/draws for a more shaker style in wood or white/light colour and perhaps change the floor, keeping it as cheap as poss with a kitchen-suitable laminate?? Still dear though I suppose as it looks a large area. Cupboard door change ought to do it I reckon though. Similar pic attached.
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7 years ago
I think it would cost a bit more than 1k but should last- replace the doors with a light grey, remove the wall cupboards (possible replace some to match the new doors or have a couple of open shelves), retile, replace light fitting and table, and consider a rug under the table. I'd paint the walls a very light grey too
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Hi. Have you looked into seeing whether you could get the fridge spray painted? I had a look and some said yes and some no. If not, could you perhaps advertise for a swap as the cream does look a little out of place imo but the White works with the floor.I appreciate its not totally practical but is it also possible to move the fridge perhaps to where the chest is? I like your kitchen and would just change the handles personally. Perhaps a wood splashback? If you stick with the White you could then choose any colour chair.
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Hello! The paint has been great - it looks the same as the day it was painted, no flakes or any other issues. The doors have been regularly sprayed with flash with bleach kitchen cleaner, and it's not made any difference to the paint finish etc. I would recommend the paint, the only issue is it is a bit ,limited on colors.
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Hi Carmel. I also agree re the wall units and pelmet above the window. You don't have any ideabooks set up so i don't know what styles you like but you could install wooden shelves to the left of the window and accessorise for interest. If you want to keep things light I'd look at clay, putty type colours rather than cream against the oven. If in budget I might change the floor. Perhaps a wood effect like karndean (will add warmth back into the room once the units are painted) or have a look at some of the cheaper options. I'd also paint the door in the wall colour which I'd just do a warm white. It is quite expensive but little Greenes intelligent eggshell is fantastic for kitchen cupboards and I've found it to be very hardwearing, plus they do great colours. I can't see the whole wall but is there room to add a mirror where the table is?
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Lisa D
7 years ago
I'd paint the cupboards and replace the handles as a bigger priority then the floor. If you get someone in it will cost more than £1k - I just had mine done. But you could do it yourself if that's the budget
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Ministry of the Interior
7 years ago
Dear Adrienne, I hope you are having a good day and thanks for posting your query.

You've a wonderful spacious kitchen but it has little personality. Everything has been chosen to be neutral but I don't expect it feels very homely, and it looks boring. There are a number of sensible inexpensive options.

I can see that it's tiled up to the wall units, then I think painted above?

Are you averse to colour? If not, since you have a lovely wide window and masses of natural light I would suggest a bold colour change - any colour that sings to you and that has some conversation with the rooms that lead from this room (unless they are also being made over). Don't be nervous of deep colours - they work exceptionally well in a kitchen and I've used Farrow & Ball's Off Black throughout a kitchen recently that will be in a national magazine shortly. Or try a dark navy blue, a deep green but - go bold! And don't be afraid to include the ceiling in the redec - no white lids..

Alternatives:
- paint the units
- paint the tiles (use Blackfriars problem-solving primer first)
- use a long rug under the table to add some texture (but if you have tiny children use one from Dash & Albert that you can hose down!)
- repaint the tabletop and legs (I would go black to reference the worksurfaces and handles on the fridge)
- add sheepskins to the chairs (not if you have small people!)
If you are in the south or east of England I offer home consultations and full reports so that you can run ideas past a pro and get some inspiration you might not have considered.

Best of luck!

Sarah
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Daisy England
7 years ago
It all depends on your budget. If funds are really tight then paint them yourself. If you're slightly flexible with the £££s then swap the fascias.
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