11 Kitchen Refresh Ideas for Every Budget

Plants are a quick way to add a soft and natural vibe to a kitchen. Buy a few flower pots in a cheery accent color or paint your own. Having a few herbs close at hand may also encourage more flavorful cooking.

Swapping out your cabinet hardware is a quick and easy DIY project. Pricing per knob varies greatly and depends on the finish, material and size, but you can expect to pay around $7 for an on-trend, upscale cabinet pull. Be sure to measure the distance between a pull's screw holes before you shop, as not all pulls are the same size.

Pro Tip: If you really need a new look, opt for inexpensive pulls and knobs, then use the extra funds to paint your cabinets, too.

You use it all the time, so why not invest in something that is more functional and looks fantastic? The new pull-down spray design for kitchen faucets is popular for good reason; it's sleek yet versatile, so it's a good choice for almost any style kitchen.

Sometimes a kitchen just needs a little personality. Small appliances in a bold color, like this gorgeous KitchenAid mixer, can be an instant boost to any kitchen. If you're not a foodie, display a cheery tea kettle or a few patterned dishes.