Roll up your sleeves

It's the least fun way to give your kitchen a makeover, but believe it or not, cleaning and getting rid of clutter will go a long way toward making your kitchen look fresh and inviting.

Wash the curtains, or replace them with a trendy new blind. Clean the windows. Wash the cabinetry, and you'll be surprised how bright it seems. De clutter and select your best gadgets to be displayed. Tackle the oven and dishwasher, buyers always open up the ovens and trust me nothing worse than a smelly dirty oven.