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Budget Kitchen Ideas

From investing in neutral cabinetry to replacing outdated fixtures, these budget kitchen ideas offer smart tips to transform the look of a cooking area quickly and affordably. Offering suggestions to save money on the overall project bill and fixes that provide a cost-effective refresh within a home, these cheap kitchen ideas include top tips from our expert designers and real-life examples to help homeowners know how to renovate a kitchen on a budget in any size, shape, and layout.

1. Save on shaker style

When planning a heritage interior, choose a slimmer door-front, like our Witney collection. Measuring 16mm thick, it is lightweight and low-cost.

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2. Select long-stay slab

Switch to slab for an affordable way to update a cooking space over time. This design can be customised with accessories to meet changing tastes and trends.

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3. Buy built-in

Minimise renovation costs with integrated handle fronts, like @homestuffonly’s design. These can be fitted without handgrips for simple savings.

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4. Choose a neutral base

Reduce money spent on redecorating by sticking with a simple colour scheme. White is a great budget kitchen idea as it offers everlasting appeal in any home.

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5. Go for grain effect

Recreate premium timber for less with our Allendale door-fronts. @house.of.fox demonstrates how the woodgrain effect adds character without high cost.

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6. Invest in paintable

When colour defines a cooking area, choose paintable units. @pingcoombs chose these fronts to revive a design later down the line without a full remodel.

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7. Count on laminate

Slice back on budget by selecting laminate counters. This cheap kitchen idea offers fashion-forward finishes at a fraction of the price.

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8. Bring in backboards

Save both time and money by choosing a border to decorate a layout. This adds instant impact while protecting walls from splashes and spills for longer life.

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9. Boil down bills

When planning a kitchen on a budget, consider the long-term benefits of fixtures. Multi-purpose taps use less energy than a regular kettle, bringing down bills.

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10. Bundle up on tech

Follow @thehawkes_victorianrenovation's lead and buy essential cooking devices in one handy package - a cost-savvy way to equip food preparation areas.

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