Stunning Small Kitchen Makeover Under $1,000: The Power of Paint!

In this video, gain inspiration for your kitchen remodel on an extreme budget! We renovate our small kitchen "on the cheap" for only $1,000... with a lot of hard work and favors from friends. We start by doing demo, removing wallpaper and metal tiles. We install an affordable floating laminate floor and beadboard backsplash. We use a lot of leftover paint and high-quality cabinet paint for an inexpensive way to powerfully transform the kitchen! Plus, watch to the end to see some fun thrifted and vintage DIYs that pull everything together.
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[@ourdiyary]

Watch the full tour here: Small DIY Kitchen Renovation: Before & After Tour kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXy0aGt8iJuCb6M

[@dgall051]

From eco point of view, it’s really a pleasure to see a Reno that reuses elements of the kitchen.

[@ourdiyary]

We definitely tried to reuse as much as possible. Thanks for watching!

[@ginnyburley9552]

Paint does make a dramatic difference but it’s your hard work and good design sense that is the real power behind this transformation.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much, Ginny! 🥰

[@terri100134]

The power of paint and elbow grease. Good job!!

[@ourdiyary]

Absolutely! Thanks, Terri!

[@Nmimbo]

Love this realistic makeover. Most of us have to work with what we have. You did such an amazing job!

[@ourdiyary]

That's us over here too! Thank you!

[@laurajeffcoat4731]

Just WOW what a difference. Lindsey I love that you and Mike used what you had as a kitchen and did this makeover over time. Your work hours probably out number what you spent on it . Most people just rip out everything, but you saved so much of the character and only replaced what you had to. I think that is my favorite part of this makeover. Love everything you added that only enhanced the character you already had . Great job and again WOW 🤗💓💕💞

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much, Laura! We tried to be strategic with where we spent our money. One day, we'll gut the entire kitchen... but not today!

[@RobMcGinnis]

Who is Mike? 🤯 lol

[@laurajeffcoat4731]

Sorry Rob this heat is no joke 🥵

[@DeborahKathleen1]

@@RobMcGinnis 🤣🤣🤣 dying here 😂

[@barbfrank917]

Top notch, classy kitchen, more beautiful than most of those cookie cutter homes ❤

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Barb! I love that there are many unique parts of this kitchen and home!

[@patriciamcneilly9748]

I love how he says to her "I love the girl that came up with this idea" ....beautiful. oh and the kitchens great too!

[@ourdiyary]

🥰

[@kateantihero3838]

I love this video because I hate when people call it “budget” but they actually spend $10k. lol great job guys putting in the sweat equity.

[@ourdiyary]

Me too! I’m glad this was relatable for you!

[@user-qv6bz4nj2s]

I love the makeover. It made me cry. My Mom and Dad bought an 1800 Victorian Home with wrap around porch and widow's walk when I was young girl. Mom and Dad did everything except the wiring. Dad worked a full-time job. The weeks and nights were for the house. It took years. I love that house. My Mom and Dad have passed away. Infact my Dad's birthday is August. He would have been 100 years old. I miss Mom and Dad. Be Blessed.

[@ourdiyary]

That house sounds beautiful and I love that they put so much effort into making it a lovely home for you. Thanks for sharing and I’m glad you enjoyed the video! 💖

[@JenniferManning-yb2nm]

I’m so sorry for the loss of your parents. I miss both of mine too. My mother would be 100 right now, and my dad 102. Was the house passed down to someone in the family? It sounds like my dream home.

[@karenhurd9792]

Beautiful! Its so nice, who cares how long you have to wait for a complete kitchen reno. You get to wake up to that everyday😊

[@ourdiyary]

Love that attitude!

[@seacrow6916]

Love that you kept original cabinets. Love how you've integrated vintage and modern seamlessly. Inspiring!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much! It was fun to see it all come together.

[@pixels2u]

Beautifully done! I especially love your color palette, neutral green and off-whites, the flooring, love the vibe, beadboard, chandelier. Very well-thought out and executed. Great budgeting choices. Kudos to all who worked hard to make this happen. Love it.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! It’s my favorite color scheme. 🙂

[@lisaviviano1568]

I am in AWE of this woman!

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks for watching!

[@arlenepatterson2419]

I just bought a 1918 house with almost the same layout in the kitchen. This video has given me so much inspiration as to what to do. Looks great!

[@ourdiyary]

Glad it was helpful! Best of luck on your kitchen project!

[@tracyjones8396]

DAYTIME! WHAT. A. DIFFERENCE! What a joy to walk into the kitchen now!

[@ourdiyary]

Absolutely!!! I like cooking now, haha!

[@deborahh2556]

I love what you did!! Honestly, I love old kitchen cabinets and the style more than the new kitchens. The newer materials are so pristine looking that they sometimes lose the cozy, quaint look that older kitchens have. I'm nostalgic and I just love the older 40's-50's (and even earlier) styles. White is still the best look, in my opinion. The older windows and transom style window over the door are perfect. I love your choice of green accent paint. To repurpose what you have is brilliant. I doubt that a newer kitchen would be any more charming than that. Great job.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much Deborah! I appreciate the comment and compliments!

[@gayatriverkhedkar5253]

Lovely job. I especially loved how honest you kept the whole process. Showing the good the bad and the ugly. Great end result.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much! Doing things on a budget means things aren’t pretty the whole time. 🙃

[@dittohead7044]

To each his own but I don’t think I’d have the heart to re-remodel the kitchen. Something is lost in older homes when people do so. This is really beautiful

[@ourdiyary]

I love it so much! One day, we will make the kitchen bigger so we can fit the fridge in it… and a dishwasher!

[@dittohead7044]

@@ourdiyary Well there’s that lol

[@kimmieb2u]

This kitchen needed help. I'm glad they did it. Gorgeous job!!!

[@kathyorourke9273]

I’ve been with you since the mobile home. So good to see you happy with your family.

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Kathy! I’m so glad you found me and have continued to follow along! ❤️

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Kathy! I’m so glad you found me and have continued to follow along! ❤️

[@melodypanek448]

Wow! The kitchen turned out beautifully! I'm so glad you left the old fashioned charm in it! That's the part I love the best!!! I hope you never ever rip out everything just to put in a boring modern kitchen...those are everywhere. Instead you now have a charming classic kitchen that will be beautiful and useful for many years, yet quaint and lovely!!! Great job!!!

[@ourdiyary]

It’s perfect for now! We do want to replace everything eventually so we can expand the room and move the fridge in.

[@JustGG1956]

#1 Never, I mean NEVER get rid of that sink! #2 You have SWEET taste in decor. #3 I would like to borrow all the people in this video.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! I love the sink so much. 🙂 And our family and friends are the best!

[@sandymacisaac6357]

WOW! what an amazing transformation. I love the touches of green throughout the kitchen 😊

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Sandy! It’s my favorite green.

[@sheilapellicane8507]

Lindsey you always make your projects look amazing and for a great price!! I also know that you and hubby work very hard to accomplish it! Beautiful once again.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Sheila! Lots of hours went into this kitchen. It's not perfect but it's so much bigger and brighter!

[@suebowker7037]

What a renovation!! Who knew there was so much potential waiting to come alive? Fantastic job!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Sue!

[@sallymay3228]

We did something similar in our home. I told hubby if we had to live in the house for another 5+ years then I needed to “put some lipstick on the pig”. (Referring to my ugly kitchen) I painted all the cabinets white, updated hardware, new plank flooring and we installed an island. The kitchen is unrecognizable just like your incredible transformation. In fact I enjoy it so much that I don’t even think about what we couldn’t change.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! I'm very pleased with how it came out and I can definitely live with this kitchen for many years!

[@tallblonde1976]

I thought “Oh you just painted everything white “. NO! You guys took it down to the nitty gritty. Looks awesome!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! Lots of work peeling back the layers first!

[@vickinoeske1154]

Lindsey, I don't know how you do it, but you always turn a sow's ear into a silk purse!🎉❤😊 The kitchen looks fantastic.

[@ourdiyary]

Aww, thank you, Vicki!

[@vickinoeske1154]

@@ourdiyary 🥰

[@yvonneschermerhorn866]

I like how you updated and refreshed the kitchen but kept its old charm!😮

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Yvonne!

[@geegee3587]

Best $1000 kitchen makeover I've ever seen on KZbin. I don't think I would change it ever!

[@ourdiyary]

Wow! Thank you!

[@valerieb.4912]

Hi Lindsey, I am a single 65 years young female, who decided to redo the entire little kitchen. I am on a very small budget. You have given me a lot of very cool ideas and have inspired me to go for it. So far by myself, I am in the process of demolishing both upper and bottom cabinets, removing microwave and sink.I will have that all done within 2 weeks. Cost so far $5.79 (drill bits). Thank goodness I do not have wall paper. Thank you again for sharing.💕

[@ourdiyary]

Hi Valerie! Your kitchen project sounds fantastic and I love that you’re tackling it yourself. 💪🏼 Best of luck on your project and I’d love to see pictures if you’re on Instagram!

[@MoonLightGirl_888]

I appreciate how badly this kitchen needed help and that you all just did the work - hour by hour and layer by layer. This is very inspiring! I am redoing one from the 1980s right now. It doesn’t have as many problems but it is hours and hours of work. Watching this is helpful, and your results are beautiful!

[@ourdiyary]

All worth it! I wish you the best on your kitchen project. 😊💪🏼

[@juliacockroft8745]

This is magnificent! It’s difficult to choose a favorite part but I really like the pantry and door color, the bead board paneling and the overall bright white. The basket on the stove for potholders, etc. is ingenious.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Julia. I love those parts too!

[@middlelle]

You don’t see metal flour and sugar drawers anymore. Great makeover. I love bright, white kitchens.

[@Susan-h9z]

Flour and sugar drawers...did I miss it??!!

[@ourdiyary]

Same! The drawers are nice and deep!

[@lauramau2530]

Love the use of bead board. So retro and beautiful 🤩

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks! A lot cleaner now!

[@jennah6673]

Loved this renovation. You removed all the ugly while leaving the classic. It looks beautiful!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Jenna!

[@dorenebickford4049]

WOW!!! I am amazed every time I see what you and Rob and the children get accomplished!! I bet you could take a can of dirt and make it look fantastic too!! LOL

[@ourdiyary]

Haha, I’m not sure about that. 😂 Thanks, Dorene!

[@france7678]

Adorable! Une rénovation respectueuse de l’âme de cette cuisine vintage , j’adore ! On voit tellement de rénovations qui gâchent tout.

[@rsplatt100]

Congratulations! Great job. The Costco flooring what a win!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! It's so much easier to clean now!

[@judygude]

Your wallpaper removal (at least the first couple of layers) was so satisfying!!! I removed wallpaper from every room in my home 24 years ago, and it was very hard work.

[@ourdiyary]

Very satisfying to watch! 🙂 Thanks, Judy!

[@gailwalker1469]

One of the best kitchen makeovers I have ever watched on YT (and I have watched many!!)

[@ourdiyary]

Wow! Thank you; what a big compliment!

[@rhondaloveloveloves9551]

My favorite part was that you let the children be involved in the project. It gives them a sense of pride and ownership for the project🌻You did a great job. It looks fantastic.

[@ourdiyary]

Absolutely! We are big proponents of involving the family. ❤️

[@myreallife1226]

What a tremendous difference. Looks great! I would have loved to see a slower walk through of the finished project. You scan through so fast.

[@ourdiyary]

The video was so long already. I have another kitchen video planned in the future and I'll share more clips then!

[@jennieball-foster6703]

I agree. Thoroughly enjoyed the result, but felt slightly queasy with the speeded up sections. I don't mind a slightly longer video to avoid this x

[@ourdiyary]

I'll keep that in mind for next time, Jennie!

[@jennieball-foster6703]

Thanks for replying so quickly x

[@lanellehatcher561]

We also did beadboard in our kitchen makeover. Hanging those beautiful pictures is your reward! Beautifully done! Love the colors and I love that stove and sink!

[@ourdiyary]

Great minds! Thanks, Lanelle!

[@tkoozno7592]

I'm so impressed with what you did here. Your video just gave me a bunch of ideas for when I help my son remodel his dated kitchen of the older home he just bought. I love your color choices , that green looks so good with the white walls and cabinets. the bead board is a stroke of genius. The floating floor on top of the old floor would be so much easier then the demo I thought we would have to do. You have a true farmhouse sink , perfect for the time period of your house. Thank you so much for sharing your clever ideas. Glad your video popped up!!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad you got inspiration for your son's kitchen. I wish you the best of luck as you all tackle that project!

[@judithmontmarquette-nq6bn]

Lindsey, what a great job you've done. Beautiful!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much, Judith!

[@dawndavis-h6c]

Your kitchen is really beautiful! LOVE the beadboard!! I remember buying my first house, and money was so tight. We had to do all the work ourselves a little at a time. At the time, we thought it was a burden. We later realized that it was a blessing. Bless you in your new home!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! We’re grateful to be able to do the work ourselves. 😊

[@sharonross9905]

It turned out beautifully! Love the green accents! Lots of work but well worth the results! Stunning!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Sharon! I love the green accents too.

[@jtaylor1551]

I loved every moment of it.❤❤❤ beautiful and budget friendly

[@ourdiyary]

Thank youuu!!!

[@ginahernandez3219]

WOW!! Kitchen looks beautiful! Y’all did an awesome job on reusing a lot of what y’all had. Everything doesn’t have to be new as long as you make it look nice. Thanks for sharing, Lindsey ❤

[@ourdiyary]

Absolutely! Thanks, Gina!

[@ginahernandez3219]

@@ourdiyary you’re so welcome 🤗

[@user-zb7ku3tb2s]

Oh. My. Gosh. That's an amazing transformation. Beautiful!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much!

[@kerryrowles5217]

What a great job! I liked that you kept the cabinets and chose to repair and repaint them. You have shown how a REAL budget makeover can be done. My takeaway ideas are the bead board and the magnetic lights under the cabinets. What a difference to the amount of light in your kitchen. Your video has given me some great ideas, thank you. 😃

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Kerry! I appreciate you sharing your takeaways. I love the beadboard so much!

[@lindasmith5190]

Oh my goodness! BEAUTIFUL! I am amazed.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! We’re loving it.

[@ScrappydoakaLilyGonzalez]

Luv luv luv your makeover--the power of paint--enjoy your “new” kitchen

[@ourdiyary]

Paint everything!!! Haha, thanks, Lily!

[@ginaroche2223]

Wow, just Wow. Amazing transformation. Lots of love went into every nook and cranny of your kitchen. ❤

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Gina! Lots of love!

[@ourhighstreethome9177]

What beautiful results with your whole family participating and making memories along the way! It truly takes the results and the appreciation of the beautiful renovation to another level❤️ Congratulations!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! We created some fun memories on this project. Looking forward to the next one!

[@lindaroyal8161]

W O W - what a huge transformation - unbelievable the difference. It looks brand new, so clean & bright. You guys did an amazing job, it looks wonderful. I really like that color of green and the prints you found at a thrift store. I've always been a fan of bead board and plan on using it in my kitchen. I'm just so impressed as how it looks, nicely done!

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Linda! I’m very pleased with how the prints look on the beadboard too. Definitely clean and bright!

[@sdmsdm7926]

huge difference looks just lovely! Hard working people getting great results!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you!

[@lasharafree1618]

Another marvelous make over!!! Beautiful, bright & inviting!!! As always I LOVE seeing you all work on a project as a family!!! Thanks for sharing...blessings to you all from Jersey!!!👍🏾❤😊🙏🏾

[@ourdiyary]

Aw, thank you so much! I’m so glad it’s finally done!

[@leslievalenciano-lopez8887]

Amazingly beautiful transformation!!!❤

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you!

[@jennifersonafrank9272]

Just beautiful! What a great job you did!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Jennifer!

[@JacquelineGarcia-ds4vz]

Great job, Lindsey, Rob and family! One day you'll have to do a complete home tour. Looking forward to seeing your next budget makeover.

[@ourdiyary]

One day! The next room is already started. Any guesses? 😉

[@karenhelser2834]

Wow, what an amazing transformation, Lindsey and family! Great job, it doesn't even look like the same kitchen. Looks clean, updated yet still has some of the vintage charm. All your hard work has paid off.....enjoy your new room and thanks for sharing!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much, Karen! It's completely CLEAN now!

[@mrsmiggins6435]

Much brighter. I like the odd slash of the green

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks!

[@carolyngalbraith6202]

Great work! Even inside the drawers…fabulous.

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks! Most of them. 😉

[@stephaniefiskum4051]

What a huge transformation!

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Stephanie!

[@olgalilyfrank6404]

So pretty and bright. Love it

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Olga!

[@seaside_sheilaoceanfront2815]

Your friend did a beautiful job on the counter tops !!

[@ourdiyary]

They did! Thanks for watching.

[@messerdesigns2055]

That was a lot of hard work but you did a beautiful job and saved a lot of money. I like the countertop!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! I love the countertop too.

[@what1dreamt]

Love it!! Its so bright and light!

[@ourdiyary]

It’s so much nicer now!

[@marypeterson1053]

Your kitchen is beautiful. Love the white

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Mary!

[@marilynweist2645]

Awesome job! Looks great. Plus brighter and cleaner! 🎉

[@ourdiyary]

Much brighter and cleaner! Thanks, Marilyn!

[@rosetrochez5569]

WOW!!! you guys are hardworkers and very smart, beautiful job!!!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! Lots of hard work but it paid off!

[@desertsky505]

Awesome makeover. It's clear how hard you worked and how wonderful the results were😊

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! Lots of hard work but we’re enjoying the results!

[@paulafritsche1918]

It gives me hope for my kitchen that was built sometime between 1957 to 1959

[@ourdiyary]

Yes! So much potential. 🙂

[@colleen6050]

Very impressive. You guys did a great job for under 1000 bucks. Amazing!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Colleen!

[@caroleleblanc1648]

Beautiful, love the transformation.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you!

[@Edie3366]

Gorgeous redo! Gorgeous home. 🏡

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you!

[@DianaHernandez-ok1mz]

Beautiful!!!love the soft green,white and the entire look.Great job:)

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Diana!

[@athomas6277]

WOW!!! MAGNIFICENT!!!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you!

[@catharineschleider9551]

Beautiful job! All your hard work certainly paid off!

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Catharine! I hope you join us on our next room makeover journey!

[@sandyheredia3027]

These kitchen turned out amazing. I don’t think I would want to renew it again, after all that work 😊🆙

[@ourdiyary]

It turned out better than I imagined, that’s for sure!

[@brendasnow8255]

What a beautiful kitchen.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Brenda!

[@debrap947]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Debra!

[@tinadenike2357]

Everything looks beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Tina!

[@nolviagaspar8634]

Beautiful and very resourceful job you and Rob did❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 wow 😮

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Nolvia! 💕

[@honestreviewsonly1915]

Looks great! So clean and fresh.

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks!

[@jerisharpe906]

Really, really like your makeover. The back braking work that went into the kitchen. You two are awesome. Good luck.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@stacybower2106]

Absolutely gorgeous!!

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Stacy!

[@smilingvick]

You all did a fabulous job!! I love the hint on green you added and the counter tops look awesome. The kitchen turned out beautiful and the floors look amazing as well.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! The green touches make me happy! 💚

[@susanpeterson9558]

Beautifully done, lovely cozy kitchen 💕 😊

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Susan!

[@draselee6131]

Absolutely beautiful! I can’t get over the transformation on a budget. Wow, wow, wow!!!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you! This one was so satisfying!

[@amyharris2121]

My Favorite part is only 1,000.00 awesome! While your labor is not accounted for, to only spend 1,000.00 is impressive.

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you, Amy! It feels like 1,000 hours, haha!

[@amyharris2121]

@@ourdiyary I'm sure it does : )

[@coopert.9290]

Just beautiful; as always!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you so much!

[@DeborahKathleen1]

My favorite part is everything! There is no way to decide--it's all so lovely! Great job ❤

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Deborah! What a huge compliment!

[@JC-sg5uo]

Wow, you all did an awesome job! Love it! Very inspirational

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you very much!

[@kimbullett3293]

Wow that’s pretty amazing 😮. Looks fantastic!

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks, Kim!

[@mlw8998]

Stunning makeover!!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you!

[@debishaw9355]

So glad I found your channel. My husband and I used to love renovating on a budget…so fun to watch now that we are older!

[@ourdiyary]

I’m so glad you found us too! Welcome!

[@littleone7404]

It turned out amazing !

[@ourdiyary]

Thanks so much!

[@TheAlaskanForager]

Impressive! I love the transformation!

[@ourdiyary]

Thank you very much!