How to Redo a Small 90s Kitchen on a Budget

Create a kitchen remodeling plan. Make a list of what you want to change, such as cabinets, paint colors, countertops or appliances. Keep the same layout for the the sink and appliances to avoid the cost of new plumbing or electrical work. According to MSNBC, relocating a kitchen sink costs an average of $2,000.

Examine the overall quality of the kitchen cabinets. Reface cabinets that are still in good condition by sanding them down and painting or staining them a different color. Replace the hardware fixtures to complete the updated look. If cabinets are warped, cracked or cannot be refaced, replace them. To save money on new cabinets, use particleboard for the cupboard boxes and solid wood for just the doors; this can save you up to $200 for each cabinet.

Refinish solid surface countertops with a glaze or laminate cover, which gives it the appearance of granite without actually replacing anything. Replace tile or stone countertops with ceramic tiles rather than solid surface materials such as marble or granite, which cost significantly more.

Replace cracked or stained flooring. Laminate flooring is the least expensive option but can wear over time. Ceramic flooring and laminate wood floors are similar in price, and both are attractive to buyers when reselling the home, according to MSNBC.

Repaint the walls to update the overall kitchen look. Use bright colors for small kitchens or create a dark accent wall to add a little drama and depth to the room. Make sure that the paint color coordinates with the kitchen cabinets, flooring and countertops to bring the room together.

Increase storage space by hanging a pot rack above the stove or in the middle of the kitchen. Install adjustable shelves in the pantry and cabinets. Purchase shallow shelving or racks for the back of cabinet and pantry doors to serve as additional storage space.