Swapping a kitchen sink is one way of updating your kitchen without overspending on a home, it has been suggested. Writing for the Lakewood Observer, Andy Tabor stated kitchen sink and tap replacements come in a range of options. He noted Add a fresh new look by replacing your sink and faucet with a high-arched spout in an updated finish, such as brushed nickel, brushed chrome or stainless steel.Other cost-effective ways of increasing the value of a property include updating cabinets by refinishing or refacing the exterior and replacing drawer handles and knobs, Mr Tabor added. Painting a kitchen in modern hues such as deep red or warm yellow is often the cheapest and most effective way of renovating the house on a budget. Last month, the Galway Advertiser stated leaky kitchen taps should be repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity to avoid wasting money on water bills.