1. Pine cabinets
Pine cabinets reached their height of popularity in the 1970s and ’80s, and kitchens featuring them now look like they’re stuck in a time warp. Thankfully, as long as you’re willing to put some elbow grease into a rehab, you’ll be able to beam your kitchen back to the present day in a weekend.
2. Retro hardware and faucets
Like pine cabinets, retro hardware and faucets can date your kitchen. Installing upgrades will not only modernize the space, they may also end up saving you money over the long haul.
3. Inspirational word art
Word signs on walls in the kitchen have run their course. Replace them with paintings or photographs that are timeless instead of trendy.
4. Drab colors
When was your kitchen painted? If you have no idea it’s probably time for a refresh. Brighten up the kitchen with a few fresh coats of light, natural white or gray paint.
5. Funky lighting
If your kitchen’s lighting was installed a long time ago or is mismatched, it’s time to upgrade to modern, sleek recessed lighting.
6. Mounted pots and pans
Organizing your pots and pans by hanging them from racks mounted on the ceiling was in fashion 20 years ago. Today, that looks dated and, chances are, your cookware is dusty.
Information provided by: Kathleen Willcox is a journalist who covers real estate, travel, and food and wine.