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How to Make Cheap Kitchen Cabinets Look Better

redo kitchen cabinets

Snazzy Little Things

One of the most daunting tasks of any kitchen remodel is taking a stab at trying to redo your kitchen cabinets. Not only is there a lot to paint, but there's also the matter of picking out the best hardware. For any renovation woes, this list has exactly what you need to feel inspired about tackling your kitchen storage. While plenty of kitchen trends for 2020 are included, such as bold colors and open shelving, there are still nods to more classic design styles. Whether you're on the hunt for cabinetry that will give your kitchen the modern look you're aiming for, or that will evoke all the farmhouse decor and style that can be found in the rest of your home, anything you're in search of can be found in this list (and you should check out our guide on how to paint kitchen cabinets too).

Find simple fixes, like choosing some beautiful cabinet pulls, as well as more involved changes like completely gutting your cabinets. So instead of worrying about how you're going to achieve the look you're after, check out these gorgeous ways to redo your kitchen cabinets for some much-needed design inspiration.

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Inspired by Charm

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Before: All-White Kitchen Cabinet Makeover

This kitchen received a total overhaul, including completely new custom cabinets.

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Inspired by Charm

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After: All-White Kitchen Cabinet Makeover

The final result is a chic all-white kitchen, complemented by dark wood floors and an antique table standing in for a kitchen island.

Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.

SHOP KITCHEN FAUCETS

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Snazzy Little Things

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Before: Budget-Friendly Kitchen Cabinet Refresh

The cherry cabinets and island in this kitchen receive a fresh coat of paint in this renovation that cost under $100.

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Snazzy Little Things

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After: Budget-Friendly Kitchen Cabinet Refresh

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Jenna Kate at Home

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Before: Simple Fix Kitchen Cabinet Renovation

Instead of a full-on overhaul, this kitchen is a great example of a few simple touches making a huge difference.

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Jenna Kate at Home

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After: Simple Fix Kitchen Cabinet Renovation

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Holland Avenue

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Before: Chalk Paint Kitchen Cabinet Renovation

The dark cabinets and low lighting made this kitchen feel out of date and in need of some lightening up.

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Holland Avenue

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After: Chalk-Paint Kitchen Cabinet Renovation

The mint green cabinets add a touch of whimsy to the kitchen, while the white overhead cabinets keep it looking fresh.

Get the tutorial at Holland Avenue.

SHOP CHALK PAINT

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Modern Glam

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Before: Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinet Renovation

Outdated cabinets, countertops, and appliances made this kitchen an obvious candidate for a big overhaul.

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Modern Glam

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After: Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinet Renovation

Fresh, white cabinets, new brass hardware, and some open shelving turned this kitchen into a gorgeous space.

Get the tutorial at Modern Glam.

SHOP BRASS HARDWARE

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Little Dekonings

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Before: Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinet Update

This blogger wanted to paint her wooden cabinets gray for a more upscale-farmhouse feel.

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Little Dekonings

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After: Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinet Update

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Brandi Sawyer

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Before: Beadboard Wallpaper Cabinet Refresh

No budget for new cabinets? No problem! Brandi Sawyer made the most of what she had by thickening the door frames with plywood and applying beadboard wallpaper to complete change her cupboards.

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Brandi Sawyer

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After: Beadboard Wallpaper Cabinet Refresh

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My 3 Monsters

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Before: Chicken Wire Cabinet Facelift

Want the benefits of open shelving while still keeping your doors? Try this clever DIY cabinet idea.

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My 3 Monsters

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After: Chicken Wire Cabinet Facelift

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Confessions of a Serial DIYer

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Before: Adding Glass to Cabinet Doors

Or, you could always add a glass panel to cabinet doors to open up your cabinets, as this blogger did.

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Confessions of a Serial DIYer

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After: Adding Glass to Cabinet Doors

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Small Town Rambler

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Before: Paint and Hardware Cabinet Refresh

These old wooden cabinets and hardware made the room appear dark and dated.

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Small Town Rambler

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After: Paint and Hardware Cabinet Refresh

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Beautiful Matters

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Before: Adding Trim to Kitchen Cabinets

Sometimes, the smallest and least expensive changes make the biggest impact. This blogger wanted to open up one cabinet for shelving and add trim and fresh paint to the rest of the cabinet doors.

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Beautiful Matters

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After: Adding Trim to Kitchen Cabinets

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All Things With Purpose

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Before: Kitchen Cabinet Makeover With Only Paint

We'll never get over the miraculous power of a paint job. Take these dark wood kitchen cabinets for example, which got a much-needed makeover inspired by Fixer Upper.

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All Things With Purpose

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After: Kitchen Cabinet Makeover With Only Paint

ugly kitchen

William Waldron

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Before: Bright and Cheery Cabinet Refresh

The cabinets needed a facelift, but the vintage stove had to stay.

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William Waldron

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After: Bright and Cheery Cabinet Refresh

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Imgur

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Before: $100 Kitchen Makeover

A kitchen makeover doesn't need to break the bank. For proof, just look at this $100 renovation. Here's the before ...

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Imgur

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After: $100 Kitchen Makeover

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Our Storied Home

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Before: Chalk Paint Kitchen Cabinet Update

These wooden cupboards were just begging for a refresh.

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Our Storied Home

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After: Chalk Paint Kitchen Cabinet Refresh

How to Make Cheap Kitchen Cabinets Look Better

Source: https://www.countryliving.com/remodeling-renovation/home-makeovers/how-to/g4085/diy-kitchen-cabinet-makeovers/