Golden Oak gets a bad wrap and it's often said that you just need to rip out your cabinetry and start over. There is no wrong answer but the answer isn't ALWAYS to start over. Golden Oak can be transformed to look modern!
My Top Golden Oak Updates
Add Color (aka Paint!)
A vibrant color can make oak cabinets look more contemporary.You can try repainting your cabinets a neutral shade like white, gray, or black to make the oak cabinets a focal point.You can also try a two-tone kitchen, where the upper and lower cabinets are different colors. If you're stuck on picking a color, don't mess with a bunch of little paint can samples. Use Samplize instead! They will overnight you large paint sample stickers that you can peel and stick to your wall!
Update Hardware
Add a Backsplash
Update Countertop
Find a countertop that goes well with your backsplash, cabinet color and flooring. Know your budget! As most of you know, quality countertops come with a higher price tag but are a great investment for your kitchen & home (espeically if you're going to re-sell).
Other Updates
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