Update flooring or throw down a rug.

Upgrade kitchen appliances to a cohesive finish.

If your budget is around $5,000:

It’s not always possible to change hardware without leaving marks on the doors, but if you have the option, a new set of knobs or pulls can give your kitchen a fresh look.

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Add pops of color.

Invest in sleek, modern appliances.

Get the good salt (and pepper) salt and black pepper goes into almost every dish, so it’s a good idea to restock, if needed.

You can give your kitchen a fresh new look by swapping out mismatched refrigerators, ranges or dishwashers for appliances with a uniform finish.

All black or white appliances can create a bold contrast with your kitchen’s color scheme.

And they're all simple enough to pull off on your own.

Make a feature of cabinet hardware.

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Replace wall cabinets with open shelving.

Select a timeless color that will make a difference.

Want to fall in love with your kitchen again?

Go big on style for the backsplash.

How to reface your cabinets.

Because things that never really bothered us before β€” ugly countertops, boring walls, unorganized drawers β€” have found impressive new ways to get under our skin.

Change the wall color.

Whether you're in a rental kitchen or you own, these ideas are sure to work for your space.

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Swap out your cladding hood.

We've got seven simple (and free!) things you can do to refresh the space.

Here, the turquoise knobs add a colorful element to the plain white cabinets and tie in perfectly with the patterned tile backsplash.

How to choose cabinet knobs and pulls.

Paint existing cabinets to give a fresh look.

β€œi make sure i have flaky kosher salt, like diamond crystalβ€”none of that iodized stuff,” says deputy editor lisa cericola.

Incorporating color throughout your kitchen space will revitalize the room without a total splurge.