Renovating to sell? Consider these 8 things for your kitchen
From reinvigorated surfaces and finishes to integrated appliances, here are our top eight kitchen design ideas that will have buyers queueing to make an offer when you’re planning on renovating to sell your home.
Your kitchen has played host to some almighty feasts and momentous occasions over the years. But now it’s time to sell and move on. And to get the most from your sale, you can renovate to sell. We share our top eight kitchen renovation tips so you can give your kitchen a makeover and make a profit on auction day.
1. A fresh coat of paint
Whether you’re just repainting a feature wall, or revamping your cabinets, it’s incredible the difference some paint and a little bit of DIY know-how can make. Want a cool and light aesthetic? Blend greys and smoky blues for an airy modern kitchen. After something more unique? Bold, dark colours can provide different modern alternatives to greys and blacks – think deep blues and green, maybe even a touch of burgundy. If your kitchen is already using an eclectic palette, it might be time to neutralise. Whites and creams can give your kitchen an open, airy feel and lends itself perfectly to a modern Scandinavian feel.
2. Upgrading cabinetry hardware
Updating your cabinetry’s hardware is an easy way to maximise your kitchen’s look and value when renovating to sell. Why not try replacing old handles with something modern? Circular brass pulls are an elegant way to uniformly make your kitchen stand out. Likewise matte or satin black finishes can make dark kitchens look spectacular. And all achievable with just a few smart choices and a power drill. Sometimes, tying a kitchen together is about simplicity. You could try a simple tubular bar handle pull in chrome, so as not to distract from your kitchen’s existing accents.
3. Swap out your kitchen tap
Nowadays, there are many modern tap options to choose from – think sleek chrome and beautiful bronze. For functionality and a touch of vintage prestige, try a pull-down style commercial kitchen faucet for maximum function. Or for the truly modern, there are many elegant choices in chrome, with plenty of affordable options. Want to stay understated? Then consider a simple design with a dual-lever handle.
If you want to tie your whole kitchen together seamlessly, taps and all, then make sure you add the new NEFF Flex Design range. You can match the colour of your taps to your appliance’s handles and trimmings – how wonderful.
4. The ‘working triangle’
Reorient your kitchen so that the main appliances are optimally spaced in a ‘working triangle’, which is commonly featured in U-shaped kitchen layouts. Buyers don’t want the oven too far away from the sink, and they’re especially vigilant when it comes to ensuring the fridge or oven door doesn’t obstruct the flow of movement through their new kitchen.
5. Flexible layout
It’s a major move, but if your kitchen doesn’t serve your house and will lower the sale price of your home, then it’s time to give your kitchen layout an overhaul. Open plan kitchens are popular for a reason. They’re incredibly functional and great for entertaining, as they allow the host to effortlessly move through the space to top up drinks and mingle with guests. If you have boxy or closed-in kitchen layouts, you may want to consider removing walls to open up the space if budget allows.
6. Integrated appliances
Kitchen design trends come and go, which is why it pays to stick to classic appliances and finishes when renovating to sell. A NEFF Slide & Hide® oven is a timeless appliance that can serve a multitude of functions. For instance, if you invest in a NEFF oven with Full Steam or Added Steam, then you have an oven that can also function as a steamer. Home appraisers have long held that consistency between appliances is incredibly important in communicating the tone of your kitchen and home, ensuring that they are of the same brand, finish and age.
If your home has a specific aesthetic, then why not have it match with your NEFF appliances? Our Flex Design range allows you to choose appliance trimmings and handles in four different colours: brushed bronze, anthracite grey, metallic silver and deep black. With these colour options, your design choices are truly endless. Additionally, you can choose from endless options with our seamless combination trims.
7. Extra storage
Well-used kitchen storage will always attract buyers, which is why you should include a range of storage solutions when renovating to sell. Sliding shelves can be whipped out a moment’s notice and closed with the nudge of a knee, while maximising vertical storage with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry frees up coveted bench space.
Our ultimate storage tip when designing a kitchen to sell? Incorporating custom inbuilt cabinetry – from corner cupboards that utilise awkward space to pop-up shelves and hidden drawers. Finally, floating shelves don’t just look great: this smart storage idea invites buyers to dream about how they might personalise the space (antique Japanese tea set, anyone?). Before you know it, the offers will be flying in.
8. Lighting upgrades
When it comes to resale value, the little things can make all the difference, like kitchen lighting. Something as simple as upgrading the pendant (hanging) lights in your kitchen can change the entire feel. Changing the material (glass. Copper, rattan) can give either an immaculate, austere feel to your kitchen (especially in the case of copper and other metals) or something warmer and eclectic (think glass, rattan and exposed globes). Shape also plays a role – a flattened, unobtrusive deksel (lid) shape creates a subtle finish, and lets a kitchen breathe. Whereas more ornate shapes such as Belmont or teardrop lights can become striking features if you need a little more from your kitchen.
About NEFF
NEFF is a German-engineered kitchen appliance brand, with a product range that includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, coffee machines and dishwashers designed to make life in the kitchen a daily pleasure. For people who love to cook, NEFF gives you the tools to create meaningful connections, express your creativity and make memories. Because real life happens in the kitchen.
