Moving into a new home often does not mean you are going to be greeted by a collection of shiny new kitchen appliances. In particular, you will probably find the stove has had a number of years of use as they are not replaced that often. Also, after moving house, the last thing most people want to do is shell out on new appliances. Even though it is nice to have a modern looking stove, you can still make changes to your current one to make it look more up to date.

You will probably find that the color of the current stove does not match the color scheme that you have planned for your kitchen. Also you may find it is marked, scuffed or even shows signs of a lot of wear and tear. All is not lost, however, as most hardware stores will sell spray paint that will adhere to a metal appliance. Although there will not be an abundance of color options, sticking to a neutral color is a good idea.

It is important not to paint the stove in the kitchen otherwise you will end up with paint everywhere. Also, for safety, it should be done in a well ventilated area, preferably outside.

On your stove top will often find there are wore coils covering the gas-burning or electric surface. Putting a teakettle on top of these wire coils can add quite a distinctive look. They come in a variety of colors and shapes which can complement the color scheme you have in your kitchen. It is possible to add quite a contemporary look with the addition of a stylish teakettle to your stove.

In most cases, the stove is placed against a kitchen wall with a small range hood fixed above it. The area at the back of the stove can be decorated. Ideas include, colored splash backs, decorative tiles or even a nice piece of art. Also, there is a small ledge at the back of the stove on which you can place a few terracotta pots. You should, however, take care that any items are heat or fire proof.

An old kitchen stove can easily be painted and accessorized and made to look like a newer appliance. If buying a new stove is beyond your budget at the moment, then updating your existing model is the best choice.

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