If you have a dated kitchen or bathroom, chances are you’re sick of cabinet doors slamming day in and day out, especially if there’s little ones in your home or if some of your family members come and go at all hours of the day. With a simple DIY step by step, and no need for heavy tools such as CMT saw blades, you can transform your cabinets to close softly and quietly.
This project requires minimal use of tools and “handyman” knowledge. In fact, you can upgrade the hinges on every cabinet in your home in one afternoon.
Firstly, you need to make sure that you have purchased the appropriate hinges for your cabinets. Solid wood cabinets will need different hinges than particle wood ones will, and some cabinets require hidden hinges on the inside of the door. This type of hinge is called a concealed or European hinge. No hardware is visible when the door is closed. Home improvement retails can provide you with hinge templates and guide you on how many hinges per door you need, as well as what model.
While you’ve got your cabinet doors pulled down to replace your hinges, you could give your kitchen or bathroom storage other upgrades, as well, such as childproof locks or door mounted spice racks, all projects that could be done without having to hire a professional to come into your home. Americans spend a hefty dollar on these types of remodels—and cabinets only generally account for half of the total kitchen remodel costs—but those numbers skyrocket when a professional remodeler is hired for something that a homeowner can accomplish.
Stash away your power tools and CMT saw blades, because you can revitalize your bathroom in no time, as well: all you need to do is add some curio cabinet lighting and a nice rustic accent with a flooring wood stain and you’ll watch your master bathroom transform right before your eyes.
Complete master bathroom remodels can cost almost $12,000, according to Houzz. Don’t break your bank! Just visit your local home improvement store to liven up your home with a few simple, cost-effective steps that slash the hassle and ramp up the style in your home.