A kitchen conversion can be a great investment. But some upgrades and design options, no matter how trendy or high-end, can actually reduce the value of your house. This slim, stainless steel look? Too cold for most buyers. A built -in wine refrigerator? For some wasted space. And while open shelves may seem stylish, the only thing some buyers will see is additional disorder.
In order to stay away from these costly mistakes, we asked interior designers and real estate experts which kitchen functions can reduce their resale value.
Tile worktops
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This trendy tile worktop may look great in design magazines, but it probably hurt its resale value. According to Zillow's research, houses with tile worktops sell less than similar properties for 0.9 percent.
“You can give buyers the impression that a house is outdated and may need more than just cosmetic updates,” says Amanda Pendleton, expert for home trends at Zillow. “In addition, the effort of the scrubbing mortar is a large junction.”
Instead, buyers pay more for kitchens with stone worktops such as Soapstone, Quartz and Onyx. Even small upgrades such as walnut cabinets or a pot filler can create added value.
Laminate
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Laminate has made great progress in terms of design and durability, but many buyers still combine it with lower qualities, which can affect resale value. According to Pendleton, houses with laminate materials – whether they are worktops, cupboards or floors – are often less than expected for 0.9 percent if the listing is mentioned.
Instead, consider upgrade to high -quality materials such as wood or concrete for floors and acrylic for cupboards.
Open shelves
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Open shelf can work for you, but it is anger for a potential buyer. “In contrast to closed cupboards, open shelves put out all dust, fat and spilling,” says interior designer Audrey Frances Doty. “For frequent chefs or busy households, it is more trouble to wipe the plates, glasses and shelves constantly.”
Instead, Frances proposes to decide for characteristics such as closed cupboards, pull-out organizers and even back kitchens that are becoming increasingly popular for their ability to hide disorder.
Breakfast corner
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Breakfast neck might have been a great idea, but let's be honest – how often do you use yours? It also turns out that buyers are not big fans.
“Houses that mention a breakfast end in the list sell 0.3 percent less than similar houses,” says Pendleton. The same Zillow examinations show that buyers are willing to pay 0.5 percent more for houses with a kitchen island.
Fat colors
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When it comes to kitchen colors, it seems like a funny idea to be courageous for cupboards, worktops or tiles, but it can backfire when it is time to sell.
“Save these more intense colors for art or furniture,” says Hill Rondero, founder of Ro House Studio. “Buyers want to see themselves in the heart of the house, so keep it neutral.”
If you need more reason to shy away from shining colors, Zillow's color color analysis found that houses with a yellow taxi cuisine could be sold less for $ 2,125. “This does not mean that buyers are afraid of color – they only prefer more coherent, more demanding tones,” says Pendleton.
U -Bahn tile
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Who doesn't love a clean U -Bahn tile? Not today's buyers, as it turns out.
“You are tired of the modern farmhouse look,” says Pendleton. Nowadays, buyers fell in love with cell, marble or brave, patterned tiles that feel fresher and more unique.
Complicated granite
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Granite can be a good choice for kitchen worktops, but it's all about the pattern. Some of the more complicated, busy designs can quickly feel overwhelming or even outdated.
“Granite with heavy bitch or too much -shaped cone can feel in the early 2000s in the early 2000s when there were anger with high contrasting, artistic designs,” says Frances.
These strong patterns can collapse with today's minimalist style, which prefers clean, consistent surfaces. While granite is still working, it is often better to fit more subtle patterns or to choose materials such as marble instead.
Decorated design
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If you think about a kitchen speech, remember that it is less. “Today's buyers want clear lines and not too much,” says Frances. “Matt surfaces and natural, colored forests are in great demand, with organic materials being preferred.”
Cabinets in shade such as beige or sage are also popular, especially if they are combined with two -colored designs that give a fresh, layered look. In contrast, everything that is too excessively decorated or fat can switch off potential buyers.
Different floor coverings
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When renovating or designing your kitchen, one of the best movements you can do is to extend the same floor in the entire room, especially if it is in a modern home.
“I think it seems strange to switch to a tile or stone floor in the kitchen of a newer home,” says Hondero. If the rest of the house keeps the same soil, it manages a seamless, uniform look that is more contiguous and less shattering potential buyers.
Exposed devices
Trendy in some design circles, exposed devices for potential buyers can be a large junction.
“They often let a kitchen overcrowded or less polished and affect general aesthetics,” says Hondero. “Just put it under the counter or behind a closet door, where it is accessible if necessary, but not within sight.”
This simple change can immediately make your kitchen feel faster and more inviting and appeal to a wider range of buyers who appreciate a less chaotic space.