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Looking to revamp the look and feel of your kitchen? If so, then replacing dated cabinetry with fresh, new cabinets is one of the best ways to transform your kitchen without necessarily taking on a complete kitchen remodel. Still, depending on your style and tastes, new kitchen cabinetry can get a little pricey. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to stretch your cabinetry budget without making any major sacrifices to your design.

Consider Open Shelving as an Alternative

These days, open kitchen shelving is a popular design trend--and one that is likely here to stay. If there are areas in your kitchen where you could replace existing cabinets with open shelving, take advantage of this. Shelving is a lot less expensive than a full set of cabinets, and a little bit of open shelving here and there can really add depth and unique style to your overall kitchen design.

Forego the "Extras" That Don't Affect Appearance

As you begin shopping for kitchen cabinets, you'll find that there are seemingly endless extra features you can tack on to customize your cabinets. However, many of these features can drastically raise the price of your cabinetry without doing anything to actually improve the look of your new cabinets. If you can go without functional features like soft-close drawers and pull-out shelving, you'll be surprised at how much you can save.

Shop Around For Different Wood Species

The type of wood you select for your kitchen cabinetry can also drastically affect the price. If you're going to have your cabinets painted, then basic oak will likely be your most cost-effective wood option. Maple and cherry can also be pretty budget-friendly, so be sure to shop around.

Buy Ready-to-Assemble Cabinets, If Possibly

Finally, while buying pre-assembled cabinets can be more convenient in the sense that you won't need to assemble them when they arrive, the cost of shipping pre-assembled cabinetry can be extremely high--especially if you're ordering a large number of them. Instead, it may be more cost-effective to purchase "ready-to-assemble" (RTA) cabinets, which are much cheaper to ship since they come in smaller boxes.

No matter what your budget for new kitchen cabinets may be, these tips are sure to help you save some money and help you make the most of each dollar. From there, you can end up with a new kitchen design that you will absolutely love.