The heart of the home will forever be the kitchen and keeping room. The cost to update a kitchen varies based on so many factors. At first thought, many homeowners believe they need to remove old cabinets and replace with all new cabinets. Changing just the doors, applying fresh paint and changing hardware is the first step to updating your space. A good cabinet painter can fill the hardware holes so that new pulls and handles can be installed. Adding polished nickel and gold to your decor is a quick way to add glam. If the counters are going to stay, another cost saving idea is to tile over an existing backsplash. Updating lighting and adding sconces improves ambiance, followed by fresh wall paint. Don't be afraid of wallpaper. It adds texture and warmth. Taking fresh botanicals from the outdoors will pull in color at no cost.