The Charm of the Country Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of the home and adding some old world charm can make it a place where the family gathers to eat and spend time together. Old world charm does not mean an outdated kitchen. A mixture of cabinets styles and counter tops can cause the total look to be warm and inviting. No need to sacrifice modern conveniences to achieve this stylish look. It is simple to do and can add value to the home.

Changing the look of the cabinets can be the place to start. There is no need to replace the units. They can often be left in place and replacement kitchen doors put in. Kitchen doors and drawer fronts come in all styles and are easy to put on old base units. Choose from a variety of styles and then add some warmth with the hardware.

Often older cabinets were well built and hand crafted, not like the ones today. They can give years of service, but the old cheap kitchen doors on the fronts will cause the kitchen to look outdated and boring. This is an easy fix and can be completed in a couple of days. There are several styles to choose from. To achieve a warm rich look try a dark wood with brass knobs. It will add depth to the room and cause it to look comfortable and inviting. Add a bright counter top to offset the dark cabinets. The floors can compliment the cabinets and a dark wood floor will complete the look.

This simple process will make the room one in which everyone wants to gather for meals. No one will realise it was the same plain drab kitchen. The cost will be minimal and the look will be great. Replacing only the fronts of cabinets is not a new theory. People have been doing it for years and no one realises that a lot of the updated kitchen still retained their original base units. It is the perfect solution for someone who wants keep a low budget and achieve a big look.

There are many companies that do this simple process. They can come into your home and in a few days leave you with a new look. No need to tear apart the whole kitchen. Ask for a written estimate and a time frame. They may let you keep your things in the cupboards when they are doing the work. It is simple and you will be so pleased with total look.