Making your kitchen feel clean and bright is an evergreen goal, but it’s especially important as the weather gets warmer. Now that spring has sprung, we’re all craving a chance to air out our homes after living in them for months on end. We can’t head outdoors yet, but one of the best ways to make ourselves feel renewed is to go beyond a simple deep-clean and actually refresh the look and feel of our kitchens. That way we’ll be ready for any get-togethers or gatherings we might be able to have once things open up again. It’s not just about giving yourself something new to look at; it’s about making your kitchen look fresh again so you want to spend more time in it — which means you’ll also get more use out of it. Here are some easy tips for how to do it:
Step 1: Refresh the floors
Before you do anything else, it’s important to refresh the floors. In most cases, this means replacing them entirely. If your kitchen floor is in good condition and isn’t an eyesore, try another option: simply changing its color or material. You could also incorporate a few new pieces of flooring into your room design scheme (see below).
Finally, if you’re looking for something different altogether—maybe something more rustic or industrial—look into having concrete poured on top of your existing flooring (just make sure the subfloor is strong enough).
Step 2: Organize the cabinets
Organizing your kitchen cabinets is an easy way to keep your kitchen looking clean and tidy.
- Baskets and bins are great for storing items that you use daily, like coffee mugs, plastic bags, and snacks. You can also use them to organize pots, pans, and other cookware that takes up space in your cabinets (if you don’t have a pantry).
- A drawer organizer works well when there isn’t much extra room on the countertop or in other parts of the kitchen—it helps keep utensils organized so they don’t roll around when opening or closing drawers.
- Hooks are another good option if you need somewhere to hang cooking tools like spatulas, tongs, and whisks so they’re easy to reach from anywhere in the kitchen without cluttering up storage areas with additional pieces of equipment.
Step 3: Give the walls a makeover
- Paint or wallpaper the kitchen.
- Change the color of your walls.
- Hang a large piece of art above the stove, sink, or another focal point.
- Use a fun accent color on your walls, such as yellow or orange for springtime florals.
- Add a few framed prints to give the space some personality and style (we love these ones from World Market in spring colors).
- Hang a clock in an interesting place, like over your sink so you’re reminded how much time you’ve spent cooking dinner and need to get ready for bed! Or hang it near where you eat breakfast each morning so it can count down until lunchtime…you know what we mean? (If there’s only one word that describes us here at The Kitchn HQ right now, it’s “hungry.”) We also love this idea: easy frame + digital photo = awesome decoration! Just print out any image off your computer onto cardstock paper using an inkjet printer if needed then cut around it with scissors or a craft knife (a ruler will help with this step). Then all that’s left is framing it up with wood molding found at any hardware store! You could even get really fancy by adding lights behind them—just make sure there are no cords showing through before hanging them up!
Step 4: Shop for new tableware and small appliances
Shop for new tableware and small appliances. While you’re out shopping, look for items that are on sale or on clearance. Keep your eye out for any items that may be discounted in some way, such as a gift card promotion or a special offer from the sales associate. If you can find something at a discount, it will help stretch your budget even further!
Tabletops are also a good place to start looking for ways to refresh your kitchen this springtime season. This includes both small and large appliances like coffee makers, blenders, and microwaves—but don’t forget about those little things too! The right tableware can make all the difference when serving up meals at home with friends and family during these warmer months of summer (and beyond).
There’s nothing wrong with upgrading your kitchen decor every once in a while; after all, new stuff always feels great! So whether it’s replacing old utensils or buying new plates/bowls/cups: go ahead and treat yourself 🙂
Step 5: Incorporate some greenery into your kitchen.
Incorporating greenery into your kitchen can add a lot of color and life to the space. It’s also good for you. According to studies, plants, in general, can help with air quality, noise reduction, stress relief and mental health. In fact, several studies have shown that simply being around nature has a positive impact on physical health as well.
If you don’t want to commit fully to plants (or if they just don’t fit into your decor), consider adding artificial greenery instead. This will still give you the benefits without taking up too much space or requiring too much maintenance – plus it won’t die!
Revamp your kitchen decor and make it feel fresh, bright, and clean without spending a lot of money with these easy-to-implement strategies.
There are a lot of ways to refresh your kitchen without spending a lot of money. Here are our top five tips for making your kitchen feel fresh, bright, and clean in no time!
- Start with the floors
Refreshing your flooring is one of the easiest ways to give your kitchen an instant facelift. It’s also the most cost-effective way to make a big impact on the overall look and feel of your space. You may be surprised at how much better you feel when you walk into a clean room with new flooring underfoot! If you want to go all out, consider replacing carpeting with hardwood or tile and refinishing cabinets as part of a larger remodel project (you can find plenty more ideas for refreshing your kitchen here). But even if you don’t have time for major renovations right now, there are still some simple steps you can take toward achieving that feeling of renewal:
- Clean up spills immediately—or use furniture protectors so they don’t stain permanently!
- Get rid of unnecessary items in cabinets and drawers so everything has its place again—this will help keep clutter from building up over time too! This includes throwing away expired food items; freezing them instead until later will prevent spoilage while allowing them to stay fresh longer since they won’t be exposed directly to air while stored outside refrigerator/freezer temperatures.”
Conclusion
We hope you’ve enjoyed this brief introduction to kitchen design that takes into account styles from all over the globe. You can also check out many more interesting articles about interior decorating on our blog, including “How To Refresh Your Kitchen For Spring” and “Where To Find The Best Deals On Kitchen Appliances Online”.
