With so much emphasis on a tradie-led recovery, it’s an excellent time to consider the benefits of renovating your property before sale.
Arguably, the kitchen is the area of the home that influences buyers most. If yours is looking a little worn, then you may consider a small investment to maximise the value of your property.
When revamping your kitchen, you should start by finding lots of inspiration. Check out apps like Pinterest and Houzz for creative ideas.
As your local real estate agent, we believe it would be a great idea to consult with one of our team. Firstly, we’ll be able to advise you on whether a renovation is going to pay dividends. If so, we can guide you on the features that buyers are looking for right now.
Here are five tips to help rejuvenate a kitchen on a budget.
- Colour your kitchen – Well-chosen colours will transform your kitchen instantly. Select colours that are contemporary or timeless. Paints will also cover outdated elements of your kitchen, such as old tiles.
- Light it up – Nothing complements a great paint job better than beautiful lighting. Pendant lighting over the benchtop makes a big impression, along with halogens focused on the cooking area.
- Floor it – Another high-impact tactic is to update your flooring. Beautiful, timeless timber is a winner but not cheap. There is an array of vinyl alternatives and laminate floorboards that get the job done, too. Favour a light colour as this will add a sense of light and space.
- Be surface deep – If the structure of your kitchen is in good shape, then update your cabinet doors and cupboard drawers only. You’ll have an awesome looking kitchen at a comparatively low cost. The resurfacing of benchtops is also becoming increasingly common as renovators seek to stretch their dollar.
- Sweat the small stuff – If you’re re-doing the lights, then you’ll need an electrician. So, update your light switches and power points at the same time. Consider new quality taps to finish off the job nicely.