27 DIY KITCHEN ISLAND IDEAS

Whether you need a little extra storage space or you’re trying to bring your kitchen into the 21st century, there are so many DIY kitchen island options out there!

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Freshen it up with one of these 27 DIY kitchen island ideas to update your current kitchen island

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Add Moldings or Trim

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Sometimes a serviceable island needs a new countertop to refresh the kitchen. Try these ideas or read more in 15 Top Cheap Kitchen Countertops Ideas.

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DIY Marble Tiled Island

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DIY Contact Paper Countertops

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Turn a Colorful Dresser into a Kitchen Island

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27 DIY KITCHEN ISLAND IDEAS

Whether you need a little extra storage space or you’re trying to bring your kitchen into the 21st century, there are so many DIY kitchen island options out there!

Freshen it up with one of these 27 DIY kitchen island ideas to update your current kitchen island

Add Moldings or Trim

Update a Plain Kitchen Island with Planks and Corbels Loaded with farmhouse charm, this is a great DIY project for someone in love with that Fixer Upper style.

Sometimes a serviceable island needs a new countertop to refresh the kitchen. Try these ideas or read more in 15 Top Cheap Kitchen Countertops Ideas.

Updated Countertops

DIY Marble Tiled Island

Kitchen looks so expensive with this new countertop and updated island. Look again, though; it’s all marble tiles! You can install tile right over the existing countertop

DIY Contact Paper Countertops

If you’re a renter or aren’t ready to commit to a full island upgrade, try using contact paper! This tutorial makes it super easy so you can get this upgrade done right away!

Turn a Colorful Dresser into a Kitchen Island

This is a great way to save a little money and add a bunch of storage space! Hit those thrift stores or estate sales for the perfect vintage dresser.

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