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10 Steps to Boost Your Home Value

By FrontDoor.com | Published: 2/20/2008

Stylish tile and paint add warmth to the kitchen.

Stylish tile and paint add warmth to the kitchen.

Watch videos and learn how to add value to your home.

Step 6: Heat Things Up in the Kitchen

Ask any real estate expert what the No. 1 upgrade with the greatest return is, and the answer will be the kitchen!

  • Do a mini-remodel. Change the paint. It sounds simple, but it works! You can also paint a faux-wood finish onto your cabinets.
  • Add a splash of color with a new backsplash. New tile is attractive. Home improvement stores teach classes on how to do this.
  • Go stainless steel. The cold feel of steel is a hot ticket item for buyers. Transition your appliances as they wear out and go with a similar metallic look in your light switches.
  • Make your kitchen rock with a rolling island.
  • Hang a pot rack with fresh new pots, pans and a hanging wine-bottle holder.

Watch this video for tips on updating your kitchen.

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