Bigger cameras got bigger sensors and controls for better picture-taking abilities. And that’s why photographers love using massive gears, such as a Canon SLR camera. But for a small kitchen, it’s the other way around: smaller appliances are better. Continue reading to find out some ways on how you can make your small kitchen look bigger.
Start by getting rid of the things that you really don’t need anymore. Honestly point out those appliances or utensils that you haven’t been using for a time now. Hand them over to a friend, relative or co-worker who’ll actually use them. For extra cash, you can even put them up on a garage sale.
But for the things you use, you still have to consider how frequently you use them. Even small kitchen appliances take up so much space together. A toaster, blender, countertop microwave, coffee maker, and others will make a small space look even smaller. Those you use daily may be left on the countertop. Those you use occasionally should go in the cabinets.
When still in the process of shopping for appliances that you’ll need, go for space-saving versions. You may also purchase those which combine two or more functions in a single appliance. For instance, an over the range microwave is both an oven and a kitchen vent. Also, go for items which are painted white or any light color, or even those in plain stainless steel.
Having plain white walls is effective in making your kitchen appear larger. However, you may also use other light colors that you like. Wallpapers with heavy prints or patterns will make your kitchen appear even smaller. It’s because such wallpapers will make it look cluttered and cramped.
Have your cabinets repainted with white or any other light hues. The flooring should also exhibit the same lightness as the walls and the cabinets. Make your kitchen even brighter by adding extra lighting. Installing lights beneath overhead cabinets will make such spaces useful, as well as give your kitchen a contemporary look. Tidy up appliance wires by using cord clips or twist ties.
Try not to put any available space to waste; use them to spare your countertop from unnecessary clutter. Install hanging racks on the ceiling and hang your pots, pans and others to save on cabinet space. Place rarely used baking pans, trays, plates, etc. On that high shelf over the ref. Install hooks on unoccupied walls and hang kitchen utensils.