If the kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities are in good shape, a fresh coat of paint in a new color will go a long way. Changing out the hardware will too. Look at the big box stores to get that designer look without the price. Searching online can often offer better pricing too. The two bar pulls below are almost identical. The difference is the price. The one on the left is $5.74 at the big box store and the one on the right is $11 on a designer site. Many pulls and knobs come in multipacks. Originally intended for builders, this is a great way to save money when you have a lot of pulls to replace.
The most inexpensive way to get a new look is with paint. Staying with soft, warm neutral tones will give a high-end look. Painted in shades of warm whites, like Sherwin- Williams Swiss Coffee or Bistro, soft grays, such as Repose Gray or Silver Strand and Greige tones like Agreeable Gray, the home allows for a change of accessories without having to repaint. These colors are easy to live in as well.
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