1. Upgrade your countertops

The hallmark of any outdated kitchen are the countertops. Whether yours are truly unusable or just out of style, replacing your countertops is the easiest way for a quick kitchen refresh. Materials like natural granite and quartz are excellent countertop options available in a wide variety of designs, so you can easily find a pattern to fit your style. You can check out our granite and quartz catalogs to find a fit that is perfect for your next renovation and will give you that sought-after modernized look.

2. Upgrade your hardware

The materials used in outdated kitchens simply don’t work for present day designs. Swapping out your kitchen hardware for metals that are more contemporary is an easy way to transform your space and modernize your outdated kitchen. Upgrading your hardware and fixtures with modernized metals will instantly take your kitchen to the next level of style. These modern metals are excellent options for updating your kitchen hardware and fixtures:

• Brass
• Matte Aluminum
• Brushed Nickel
• Stainless Steel
• Oil Rubbed Bronze
• Brushed Gold
• Copper

3. Reface your cabinetry

The cabinets are the largest element to any kitchen design. Cabinets can truly make or break your space, and refacing them is a sure-fire way to transform your kitchen’s aesthetic. This tip is perfect for homeowners who are looking to keep their current kitchen layout and completely upgrade the look of their cabinetry. Refacing your kitchen cabinets is known as the fastest way to create a new look in your kitchen. Through cabinet refacing, you can replace the door-fronts and boxes on your current kitchen cabinets to reveal a completely modernized design in as little as three days. The results of cabinet refacing truly speak for themselves.

4. Replace your kitchen appliances

Dated appliances are a sure tell of an outdated kitchen. You can upgrade your appliances for more modern options like stainless steel to up the appeal of your current space. Not only do upgraded appliances increase the style of your home, they can also improve the quality of your life with features like water filters and energy saving upgrades. You can give your kitchen that modernized appeal by selecting contemporary appliances to complete your vision.

5. Paint your kitchen walls

Our last tip to modernize your outdated kitchen is to paint your kitchen walls. There’s no reason to wait on this tip. You can paint your kitchen walls at any point on your remodeling journey with a modern paint color to instantly improve your kitchen’s aesthetic. Freshly painted walls not only give your kitchen a completely new look, they can also improve the feel of your entire space. You can select a light paint color to brighten up your kitchen or opt for a darker shade to add depth and create a bold modern look.

No Matter What

Whether you’re ready to create bold change or start small, you can return to these tips to modernize your dated kitchen at any point on your remodeling journey. Working with a professional designer will help you solidify your style and bring your vision for your kitchen to life. When you’re ready to get started on your dream home, you can get in touch with us to schedule a design consultation! We will look forward to helping you make your dreams a reality.