5 Ways to Update Countertops on a Budget

Is your kitchen looking a little outdated? Feeling the need to update your countertops? Learn how to do home improvement on a budget.

If you have good cabinets, replacing the countertops can make a big difference in your kitchen. Best of all, there are a number of great ways to save money.

Consider each of these five strategies before you tackle the project, and you can update countertops on a budget.

How to update countertops on a budget

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Use a Countertop Paint Kit

You can purchase paint kits that allow you to update the look of your countertops. The product is simple to use and can give you the look of stone for less than hundred dollars.

If you want a new look, but don’t want to spend a lot of money, painting your countertops is a great option. This is a smart way to update countertops without replacing them. Plus, this is also the easiest way to update bathroom countertops.

Install Butcher Block Countertops

Butcher block countertops are very affordable. They can actually be less expensive than laminate.

Butcher block can also be beautiful in any kitchen. The key is to paint your cabinets with a contrasting color for a striking look.

My nextdoor neighbor just updated his ’80s kitchen with white cabinets and butcher block countertops, and it looks fantastic.

Recycle

If you know someone who is also redoing their kitchen, consider recycling their countertops into your kitchen design. As long as your countertops are shorter, you’ll be able to save a lot of money.

You will need a contractor to install the kitchen countertops, if you’re not comfortable with doing it yourself. You can also find used countertops at Habitat for Humanity thrift stores.

Use Scraps of Granite

If you have small kitchen countertops, you may be able to update for very little money. Granite companies often have leftover pieces after they cut for custom jobs..

These pieces cost a lot less because they are seen as scrap. If you can’t find enough to do your counters and island, mix and match colors. You’ll have a modern look without a modern price.

Look for Free Installation

Last, but not least, shop with companies that offer free installation. This can save you hundreds of dollars when you update countertops.

Companies like Lowe’s and Home Depot often offer deals to get free installs during special deals. Keep your eyes peeled.

You don’t have to spend thousands on new countertops. There are so many great ways to get the look you want at a price you can afford.

If you’re up for doing it yourself, look for classes at your local home improvement store on installing your own countertops. And ask around–see what your neighbors and friends have done to save money updating their kitchens.

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