Simple Hack for Upgrading Kitchen Without Changing the Cabinets Is a True Budget-Saver

If you've been searching for budget-friendly ways to update the heart of your home you've undoubtedly run into several semi-permanent options. From the ever-so-clever renter-friendly peel-and-stick faux butcher block countertops to the gravely popular swapping out of hardware, there are endless options when you're looking to pinch pennies. But out of all of the DIY kitchen reno projects we see online, painting kitchen cabinets has to take the cake.

Don't get us wrong, when done correctly, painting your kitchen cabinets a stark white or moody navy can give your kitchen a much-needed facelift. If done incorrectly, however, it can leave the space feeling messy and cheap. So if you don't have the patience (or skill) to paint your kitchen cabinets, one interior designer has an alternative trick that can upgrade the space — no paint needed.

Alternatives To Painting Cabinets

Here's a reminder that painting your kitchen cabinets isn't the only way to update the space. Don't get us wrong, we love the look of painted cabinets (when done properly) but there are tons of alternatives if it's not your top choice. Follow along for a few alternatives if you want to avoid painting your cabinets .

Embrace the Wood

In case you haven't heard, wood is in again. In fact, more and more people are swapping out the ultra-modern stone and metals in place of vintage woods we once knew and loved. If you have wood cabinets you don't love, interior designer and content creator @ functionalforyou suggests making other updates first, and then deciding if you still want to makeover your cabinets . In some cases, when the wall color is changed and the tile is swapped out, the cabinets can actually work perfectly in the updated space.

Related: Woman Shares Simple Steps to Keep Cabinet Paint From Chipping

Remove Some of the Cabinets

A common complaint for people who have older wood cabinets is that they are too bulky and make the room feel darker. If this sounds like you, try taking out a few of the upper cabinets and replacing them with open shelves. Sara did this in her own kitchen and tiled above the upper cabinets to add visual interest and dimension. The final result is the perfect mix of vintage and new!

When it comes to updating your kitchen there really are no rules! While some people opt to do a complete renovation, you can find ways that work with your style and budget.

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