Friday, June 30, 2017


Five easy kitchen and bath upgrades that take only hours to complete


(BPT) - Do your kitchen and bath- rooms look a bit drab? If you don’t have the time or budget for a full remodel, there are still many simple updates you can do to refresh these spaces and invigorate each with impressive style. From affordable faucet updates to pretty paints, each takes one day or less to complete, instantly providing a dramatic effect. Freshen the faucet


Almost anyone who enters the bath- room or kitchen will use the faucet, which means it’s a functional focal point of the space. Installing a new fau- cet is a simple way to redefine interior design and reflect your own personal style. The new line of Kohler faucets available at Home Depot offers excep- tional quality at an affordable price. For example, set the ambience in your bathroom with the Georgeson line of faucets, inspired by the Gatsby era with chic detailing and unique shapes to provide a decorative, eclectic touch. For those who prefer traditional silhou- ettes, the Mistos kitchen faucet’s soft lines and classic aesthetic provide a timeless, upscale look.


Update hardware and accessories Cabinet hardware and other acces- sories do for a room what jewelry does for an outfit - they provide the finish- ing touches that really elevate the space. Fortunately, it’s simple and eco- nomical to swap out dated hardware for new handles, knobs and pulls. Popular metal finishes include brushed nickel, oil- rubbed bronze and chrome. For bath- rooms, update acces- sories to match your new Kohler faucet - each line includes co-


ordinating accessories like towel bars, showerheads and tub fillers. Experiment with paint


Paint is one of the most affordable ways to dramatically change the look and energy of a space. If you have dat- ed tile, research if tile paint is an op- tion for your kitchen or bath. Don’t be afraid to experiment with color - a rich or vivid color on a focal wall can add in- stant style, like on the wall behind the tub or stove. Don’t forget the fifth wall: a fresh white ceiling instantly bright- ens the area and visually heightens the room, which can make the space feel larger and more modern. Frame the mirror


Every bathroom has a mirror, and some kitchens and adjacent dining spaces feature mirrors as well. A mir- ror provides a focal point while reflect- ing light to make it appear brighter. But if you have a builder-grade mir- ror, you’re probably longing for more style. Instead of investing in a costly new mirror, simply add a new frame around your current one. You can buy a prefabricated frame or create one yourself fairly easily from supplies at your local craft store. Your boring old mirror will be transformed immediately into an up- scale alterna- tive.


Swap light fixtures and bulbs


If your current bath- room and kitchen light


fixtures evoke nostal- gia from a lost era, it’s time for a swap. Pick out a new overhead fixture to instantly dress up the room - modern chandeliers, track lighting and recessed lighting are popular options. For bathrooms, install- ing task lighting by the mirror can help streamline daily rou- tines. Keep in mind, cool, bright white bulbs with a high color-rendering in- dex (CRI) closely re- flect natural light and therefore are a good option for bathrooms as well as cooking spaces.


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