Bathroom and Kitchen Updates that Make a Statement

You can really give your Allentown home a new look by updating your kitchen and baths. From small updates that are inexpensive to complete remodels, a total transformation can easily be made.

Below are budget friendly updates that you can easily make which will give your home a more modern and attractive look.

Budget-friendly Bathroom Updates

• Paint-A new coat of paint is an easy way to renew a room's look.

• Hardware-Update your vanity by adding new hardware.

• Flooring-Remove carpet and replace with tile.

• Lighting-A modern bathroom must always have updated lighting.

Budget-friendly Kitchen Updates

• Cabinets-Refinishing or re-facing the cabinets are cheaper than buyer new ones and can give them a fresh look.

• Paint-Just like the bathroom, a fresh coat of paint can transform the room. You can also paint the cabinets.

• Faucets and sinks-Replace your sink and faucet with a more updated finish like brush nickel.

• Lighting-Give the kitchen a dramatic look by adding track lighting.

If budget is not an issue, than dive into a complete remodel. Below are several great ways to remodel your kitchen and baths.

Bathroom Remodel

• Minor Remodel-For approximately $10,500 you can replace the tub, tile surround, floor, toilet, sink, vanity and fixtures. You'll see an average return of $10,700 (102%).

• Major Remodel-For approximately $26,052 you can expand an existing 5-by-7-foot bathroom, relocate and replace the tub and toilet, add designer sinks and faucets, a linen closet, lighting, a ceramic tile floor and exhaust fan. You'll see an average return of $24,286 (93.2%).

Kitchen Remodel

• Minor Remodel-For approximately $14,913 you can do 30 feet of re-facing of cabinets and drawers, a new wall oven, cooktop, sink and fixtures, laminate countertops, and new flooring. You'll see an average return of $14,691 (98.5%).

• Major Remodel-For approximately $43,862 you can buy 30 ft. of cabinets, an island, laminate countertops, stainless sink, wall oven, cook top, vinyl flooring and appliances. You'll see an average return of $39,920 (91%).

Homebuyers are more attracted to homes with updated kitchens and baths. Don Wenner has the expertise needed to help you make the correct selections when updating your kitchen and baths. Contact Don today and check out his Lehigh Valley website to view the best properties in Bethlehem, Easton, or Allentown.