If you are hoping to give your kitchen a glam makeover, you’re probably excited about being able to enjoy your kitchen in a new way after the renovation is completed. Plus, you might like the idea of increasing your home’s value while renovating your kitchen. If you’re unsure about the improvements that you should make or how you should get started, try these tips for giving your kitchen the makeover that you and your family deserves.

Add a Fresh Coat of Paint

First of all, if the paint on your kitchen walls is looking a little old, you can instantly freshen up the whole kitchen by applying a new coat of paint. Your walls are going to be the foundation of your kitchen’s style and can help your room seem more luxurious, open, or cozy. Take your time picking out the perfect color to match your vision for your kitchen’s decor. If you’re unsure where you want your kitchen décor to go, check out a popular color and design trends online before you go paint shopping. This will help you figure out which hues and elements you enjoy.

Make sure that you choose a paint that will be durable and easy to clean for best results. After all, these things are even more important when you’re painting an area of the home like the kitchen. You want to look for paints with a semi-gloss or satin finish. This will help make your walls easy to clean if any sauce or grease splatters end up on them. Easy to clean means easy to maintain and a well-maintained kitchen can look great for years to come.

Swap Out Your Flooring

Next, unless you already like the flooring in your kitchen, you might want to focus on swapping it out with a better flooring option. For easy maintenance, choose something that is water resistant and that can be easily cleaned. For a timeless, classy style, look into tile, stone, and wood flooring. These options are the ideal in home décor luxury. They can be dressed up or made more homey with rugs and floor-standing décor and are always trendy.

However, don’t be afraid of exploring all your options. For example, you might like the look of tile or natural stone in your kitchen. However, these flooring options can often be hard on your wallet. Vinyl and linoleum is a popular alternative for anyone looking for something expensive or specific while on a budget. These materials can often mimic the look, style, and luxury of other materials at a fraction of the cost.

Install New Countertops

Countertops often endure a lot of wear and tear. This can keep them from looking their best. Since countertops take up so much space and are so visible in a kitchen, messy or old surfaces really stand out and bring the whole room down.

Consider what kind of look you want in your entire kitchen. For example, if you want your countertops to be a centerpiece, granite countertops could be right for you. They’re durable, luxurious and pair well will many different styles. If you want your countertops aren’t your focus then laminate could be the best way to go. Laminate countertops are typically a little less expensive and more of a supportive element in kitchen design than granite. However, they tend to look cheaper and can be easily scratched, burned, melted, and more.

Carefully consider your preferred kitchen style as well as how you will be using your countertops. If you want them to last and hold their own against everything your family puts them through, you may want to commit to a higher-quality material.

Repair or Replace Your Cabinets

You might not feel like you need to replace your cabinets—but you might want to anyway. New cabinets can be expensive but can make storage and organization easier and contribute a lot to your fabulous kitchen style.

If your cabinets are still in good shape overall, having minor repairs done and then painting or staining them and adding new hardware can help you achieve a fresh, new look without the big expense. If you feel like your cabinets—even with the replaced hardware and new paintjob—are dated or pull down the overall look, consider replacing the doors entirely. With the lovely addition of glass, your old cabinets can be transformed into a glamorous way to hold and display your dishes and kitchen appliances without going into debt.

Don’t be afraid to try something new. Open shelving is gaining popularity and can be an easy way to store your kitchen items. The minimal look lets you show off your dishes while ensuring you have easy access to your supplies and tools for future cooking experiments.

There are several routes you can take if you would like to improve your kitchen. Once you commit to making your dream kitchen a reality, you’re only a few steps away from seeing that dream become a reality. Don’t be afraid to branch out and invest in your home. After all, the kitchen is the heart of the home.