START WITH THE "BIG PICTURE"

Consider what projects you'll do

• Determine your style personality; explore color and trends.
• Need inspiration? Download our Kitchen Design Kit
• Choose one or two large projects or tackle just a few quick and easy "refreshes."

CHOOSE YOUR PROJECT

Maintain and repair

• Spring clean! Freshen walls, surfaces and appliances with a thorough cleaning.
  Make your own green cleaning products
• Repair your drywall before painting or decorating.
  Learn to repair drywall
• Repair, restore and re-grout ceramic tile.
  Get the lowdown on tools, tips and materials
  You can restore old tile

Organize your kitchen

• Declutter your countertops. Edit accessories; use baskets and canisters for
  small items, or store items out of sight.
• Create a message center for managing keys, mail, school papers and calendars.
• Put like items together where they are used: Dishes and glassware near the
  dishwasher. Mugs near the coffee pot. Pots, pans, bakeware and spices near the
  stove. Baking ingredients and rolling pins near the mixer.
• Optimize storage space. Add a rolling island with butcher-block top and shelf
  below for extra storage and counterspace.
• Install extra shelving in the pantry for countertop appliances or cookware. Buy
  and install interior cabinet accessories like dividers and rollout racks.
  Get tips on kitchen organization

Refresh your space

• Paint kitchen cabinets and change the hardware.
  Learn how
• Introduce color on window treatments, chair cushions and area rugs.
  Shop For Your Home
• Update kitchen accessories and small appliances
  Shop For Your Kitchen
• Paint an accent wall or the entire room. Use chalkboard or magnetic paint for
  fun! Try a virtual color visualizer
• Wallpaper your kitchen. It's a hot new design trend.
  Tips on decorating with wallpaper
• Plant an indoor herb garden. Every room needs some green!
  Find one at Sears.com

Install a new appliance

• Install a new appliance like a Kenmore range, dishwasher or refrigerator.
  Research products before you shop
  Appliance expert Tom DeSalvo tells you what to consider
  Tips on how to replace a dishwasher

Fixtures and surfaces

• Install a decorative tile backsplash.
  Learn to install tile
• Install a new sink and faucet.
  Read: Top 10 Kitchen and Bath Design Trends
• Choose new flooring or dress up what you have.
  Learn more at Manage My Home

• Install undercabinet or pendant lighting.
  Lighten up with these tips
• Replace countertops.
  Install a laminate top

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Do you have a question for our make-it-simple team or tips and ideas to share? Send them to
makeitsimple@searshc.com. Each month, our experts will respond to select questions and we'll
post select user tips and ideas. If we respond to your question or post your tip, you may receive a
$10 Sears gift card. Send yours today!