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Learn how to modernize your honey oak cabinets with these low-effort DIY projects
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The golden honey color and natural wood grain of oak cabinets were a staple in kitchens of the past, but nowadays—not so much. If you want to update your kitchen but don’t have the time to replace your old oak cabinets, there are still tons of things you can do to give your kitchen a modern aesthetic. Once you finish reading, you’ll know some simple changes you can make to your cabinets or other parts of your kitchen to make everything feel up-to-date.
Things You Should Know
- Replace the handles and knobs in your cabinets for a quick, budget-friendly update.
- Break up the wall space by using glass doors or removing cabinets to install open shelving instead.
- Paint your cabinets a neutral color to help make the space feel brighter and more open.
- ​​Try updating your sink faucet, backsplash, or light fixtures to modernize the rest of your kitchen.
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- Before doing any large-scale remodeling in your kitchen, reach out to your area’s zoning department to see if you need any building permits. [12] X Research sourceThanks
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