You don’t have to spend a lot of money on this step. If you think there are appliances that don’t go together well, simply put them away.
AFFORDABLE UPGRADES THAT IMPROVE APPEARANCE
Again, remember that there’s no need to spend a lot of money on kitchen staging when you can easily and affordably create a striking look. Some of the décor items can already be found at home and some of them can be created using some imagination. However, when it comes to upgrading, spending a little money is always a good idea, because it’s going to make a huge difference regarding the value of your home. Here are a few ideas to check out: • Contemporary Hardware: Something that instantly improves the appearance of a kitchen are beautiful ornate modern hardware for cabinets and drawers. This step is particularly important if your kitchen is old and you haven’t upgraded the hardware. Check out simple brushed silver knobs if you’re not looking for something expensive or decorative. The nickel ones are also trendy. • Countertops: If you think your countertops need an upgrade, the laminate ones available on the market could be perfect. When granite counters aren’t an option because of their high cost, an affordable alternative that will look almost as nice is laminate. • Under-Cabinet Lighting: This is one upgrade that’s going to give you a huge competitive edge over other homes for sale in your area. There’s a great variety of such lights
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