UPDATING HARDWARE
Carefully inspect your bathroom and kitchen hardware. If it is unsightly or worn, it’s best to replace it. Put yourself in a buyer’s shoes. Your home will potentially be their new home. Old, worn- out fixtures are not going to speak to them the way nice, new shiny hardware will and the way other homes that have been updated do. Unless your knobs, pulls, handles, or hinges are broken, you need not replace them. Get that fresh look simply by thoroughly washing, sanding, and painting them with spray paint made specifically for kitchen and bath hardware, making it cost- effective.
Check these hardware items closely and replace, as needed:
• Towel bars • Toilet paper holder • Door handles • Dated light fixtures
Additional items to address:
• Replace old or worn toilet seats • Repair the grout or caulk around tile backsplashes, floors and tub surrounds • Refurbish tired-looking cabinets with fresh paint or finish • Replace a darted bathroom sink with a pedestal variety or new cabinet sink. The goal is to touch up your home nicely without excessive spending. The internet has a wealth of do-it-yourself videos that can help you update your bath and kitchen if your budget is
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