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Do you find yourself wanting to cook more often at home, but for some reason, keep avoiding your kitchen? If you’re looking for ways to make your kitchen more inviting and cozy, here are 8 quick tricks that can help.  

From cleaning up the clutter and adding a little color to your space to buying new appliances and using a few little tricks, this list is designed to make your kitchen a more enjoyable place to cook.

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1. Get The Clutter Out

When it comes to renovating your kitchen, sometimes the simplest things are the best. So it’s time for a quick kitchen makeover. Getting rid of clutter can make your kitchen feel more inviting and cozy. Remove items from counters, clean off the stovetop and create a designated cooking area to stay organized, among other things. A clean space is a happy space!

Organization and decluttering also make it easier to navigate the kitchen. A kitchen you can navigate with ease is a kitchen you’ll be excited to get into and start cooking. 

2. Add A Little Color

One of the easiest ways to make your kitchen feel more inviting is to add a little color. This could be as simple as painting your kitchen walls a soft, neutral shade like white or cream. Or it could also be as complex as adding strips of bright colors near the bottom of the walls or using a variety of colors on the countertops.

And you don’t just have to bring in color on the walls. Instead, consider luxury vinyl to welcome in some vibrancy of color. And vinyl is hardwearing, so it’s perfect for the kitchen. If you don’t want to replace the flooring, change your worktops or introduce rugs for different colors and textures. 

3. Upgrade Your Appliances

The next step to making your kitchen more inviting is to replace your appliances. If you have an old stove, it may be time to upgrade. A stainless steel appliance will look sharper and make your space feel more modern and cozy. As with any device, the newer models are always better than the older ones.

Similarly, if you have an old refrigerator, it is worth investing in a new one with more capacity or a different style (think French doors). You can really update your space with a new fridge.

4. Make Cooking Easier

Make your kitchen more inviting and want to cook more by taking out the stress. Make cooking easier. Things like installing a pot rack will help you store your pots, pans, and lids in an easy-to-access place. You’ll never have to search for the right lid again! 

Consider how you cook. And make sure everywhere is within easy reach. Everything should have a place to live. Taking the time to make the cooking experience is a simple way to make your kitchen a more inviting place. 

5. Give Yourself More Storage

While you may have a ton of drawers and cabinets, it’s essential to keep them tidy. Consider buying yourself a few inexpensive plastic storage containers to store your smaller items in, like garlic, onions, and spices. Or, if you’re not sure what to do with all the junk that’s piling up in your kitchen, try storing these items in a more appropriate room.

6. Rethink Your Lighting Scheme

The first step to making your kitchen inviting and cozy is to rethink your lighting scheme. Add more light sources, like lamps and overhead lights, or invest in bright floor lamps. If you have a dark corner of the kitchen where you don’t cook much, try a pendant lamp that can hang from the ceiling.

An inviting and cozy kitchen starts with better lighting!

7. Mirrors To Make It Feel Bigger

You might not think about it, but mirrors can really help make a space feel more open. Try using one to make your kitchen feel bigger and brighter. You want the mirror to reflect a lot of light, so it will help make your room look brighter. If you have a big window or skylight, those are great places to put mirrors to get more natural light.

Mirrors also add more visual interest and decor to your kitchen that would otherwise be empty space on the walls.

8. Bring The Garden In

If you have a window that faces the garden, open it up and let the fresh air in. If you don’t have a garden outside your window, try looking for one nearby and spend some time there every day. But don’t stop there. Buy indoor plants to hang in your kitchen and expand your collection of plant babies. 

Plants are known to reduce stress and make rooms cozier with a more lived-in feeling.

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