If your kitchen is looking past its best, then you might be thinking about a refit. However, the time, money and inconvenience that a refit can mean are factors that often see homeowners bypassing the decision and simply 'making do' with their drab kitchen, just as it is.

However, you don't have to put up with a tired-looking space that's desperately in need of a little TLC. There is a cheaper and much more convenient option to the full refit. The main problem areas in your kitchen are likely to be the kitchen cupboard doors. They’re the most noticeable part of the room and cover the greatest surface area. So rather than going for a complete refit, why not simply replace the kitchen cupboard door fronts? All you really need to consider is which style and colour suits your kitchen the best.

Choosing to replace your kitchen cupboard door-fronts can open up a world of opportunity. You can either choose to stick to what you know and maintain that style or you can choose to go in a completely new direction. In short, it’s possible to achieve the look and style you want, with minimum fuss and investment.

Why replace your kitchen cupboard door fronts?

Your kitchen cabinet door fronts are the most visually impactive design elements of your kitchen, so choosing the right colour is important. Those who are looking to update their kitchen for selling purposes ought to consider white. White is the ultimate neutral colour, so co-ordinating other colours and materials that might be in the kitchen isn’t a problem. In addition, it’s clean and fresh and simplistically beautiful. However, if you’re worried that your kitchen might end up looking like a blank piece of paper, consider door fronts with embellishments, such as cathedral arch designs or textured panels.

Colours worth considering

Grey has become one of the most fashionable colours in kitchens across the UK. Rich, deep greys add sophistication and class to a room, but tend to work best when combined with panelled or textured doors, which break up the sense of uniformity that grey can bring.

Blues and greens are slightly more obvious colour choices. However, with the range of these colours available, you can use them to great effect. Brighter, bolder tones are fresh and fun. Move towards the more tempered end of the spectrum and greens and blues can be used to evoke a sense of elegance and style.

Another colour that’s enjoying something of a renaissance is red. Once the monopoly of the 18th Century aristocracy; red can be used in variety of ways. Brighter reds are dynamic and eye-catching, while those toned down with blue in the mix can be used to create a sense of exotic intimacy and classy ambience. This colour tends to work best in elegant, modern kitchens.

The timeless beauty of natural wood

Natural woods are the primary choice for those with country-style kitchens. However, they can be equally at home in a contemporary setting, with a range of woods and designs to choose from. While oak seems to be popular in rustic kitchens, ash, limed oak and walnut are used to great effect in contemporary kitchens, to soften the overall feel of the room.

Your kitchen cupboard door fronts are the most visually impactive design elements in your kitchen. Choose the right colour and style and you’ll soon be enjoying that ‘brand new’ look, for the fraction of the cost of a refit.

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