Apartment kitchens are fun to customize. They're typically smaller spaces with a neutral color palette, which makes even the slightest change really stand out. A few pops of color here and there may be all you need to transform your space. But if you're looking for a little more DIY in your kitchen, here are some suggestions:
Change Up the Backsplash
Changing up your backsplash can brighten and provide a sophisticated finished texture to your kitchen. There are a couple of temporary options for covering this area, including a mirror, removable tiles, tile decals, or removable wallpaper. Consider marble contact paper to get the stone look on your wall.
Switch Up Your Light Fixtures
By simply swapping out your light fixtures, you can give your kitchen an entirely new look. Just remember to save the original so you can put it back before you move out. If you can't change the ceiling light, consider adding a small table lamp to brighten up a dark corner.
Give Your Cabinets a Facelift
Use Washi tape to create a fun design on the front of your cabinets without causing any permanent damage. Another quick way to transform your kitchen cabinets? Swap out the hardware! It's easy to change the handles and knobs to give your cabinets a whole new look. Just as with the light fixture, save the originals in a safe place so you can replace them before you move out.
Ugly Countertop? Skirt the Issue!
Adding a fabric skirt to your countertop can hide open storage or ugly cabinets. This is simple, temporary, and it will look great. Add your personality with a patterned fabric or a bold color.
Add Shelving
Storage is always at a premium in a small kitchen. If you have the wall space, some floating shelves can give you a little more space to store kitchen necessities. Display some of your favorite mugs or dinnerware to make your kitchen feel more personal.
Window Treatments
If you have a window in your kitchen, dress it up with some bamboo blinds or cafe curtains. If the window already has curtains or blinds, remove them carefully and store them in a safe place. When you move out, you'll want to undo any changes you made so you can get your security deposit back.
