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INTERIORS INSIDER

Adding value

in the kitchen

Certain renovations in the kitchen can really boost your
property’s value. Here’s our guide to wowing prospective buyers!

Above image: Suzanne Black photography

he kitchen is one of the first rooms in the “A good kitchen design will always add value
home buyers see and can be a versatile to a home,” says Sally. “Good quality stone or
Tspace, used for preparing food as well as quartz work tops are a key selling feature as are
socialising and working from home. matt doors rather than gloss.

But what are the top kitchen features that add Stick to neutral colours
the most value to your property when selling? Bright colours don’t appeal to everyone so it’s
Check out our guide to timeless trends you can best to opt for neutral colours that have broad
add to this focal room. appeal like grey, cream or white. Neutral shades
also help to create a blank canvas that allows
Spacious and modern storage units potential buyers to imagine how they might put
Homeowners are looking for a kitchen that their own stamp on the place.
is stylish, modern and functional. Lavish and
over-the-top additions are not needed to Sturdy fixtures
enhance the condition and aesthetics of a Switching an old, limescale-caked tap for a
kitchen. If a remodel is not an option financially, new design could make all the difference.
you’d be surprised at how much you can Swapping your cabinet handles is another
achieve just by repainting the cabinets. quick win. Installing a new sink will require a
bit more effort, but could be worth it in the
If worktops are damaged then go for a long run.
worksurface which is made from a durable
material such as quartz, granite or Corian.

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