(StatePoint) Whether youâre putting down roots or putting your home on the market, kitchen upgrades make a huge impact. Not only do they have daily âgood feelingâ appeal for current homeowners, they can offer a great return on investment when itâs time to sell.
So itâs no surprise that kitchens were the second leading site of home improvements made since the pandemic, according to Hipposâs recent âState of Homeownership Survey.â
Boost your kitchenâs beauty and functionality with these DIY makeover ideas:
1. Countertops.Â
Tired of boring countertops? When using the SpreadStone kit from Daich Coatings, an elegant new finish requires only the ability to paint, roll and sand. Working well on existing laminate, cultured marble, formica and other solid surfaces, the result is a dynamic stone finish that provides shimmering mineral accents and color highlights found in natural mined rock. The three-step process includes applications of a stone base coat, decorative stone coat and stone clear top coat. Finished countertops resist heat, stains, abrasion, impact and household cleaners. Available in 10 colors, including Oyster and Volcanic Black, each kit includes application tools and required coatings to complete 30 to 40 square feet of space. Kits are available online at The Home Depot and at daichcoatings.com.