Kitchen Decor Ideas: 12 Easy Ways to Give Your Kitchen a Fresh Look
Want a kitchen that feels new without a renovation? Simple kitchen decor ideas, plus 12 stylish storage jars, mugs, serving boards and accessories.
Retro Monochrome Enamel Bread Bin
A retro bread bin that keeps loaves fresh and looks great.
- Retro style
- Keeps bread fresh
- Easy to clean
Edibles Scalloped Wooden Serving Board
A pretty round board for cheese and nibbles.
- Pretty scalloped edge
- Great for parties
- Decorative when not in use
Set of 4 Leopard Print Pasta Bowls
Fun leopard-print bowls for pasta night.
- Set of four
- Fun design
- Good size
Amber Ribbed Glass Storage Jar (Tall)
A tall amber jar for pasta, coffee or treats.
- Warm amber glass
- Tall size
- Stylish storage
"Strong Stuff" Hot Pink Glass Storage Jar
A fun pink jar for coffee or tea.
- Under £10
- Fun colour
- Great for coffee
Set of 2 Milagro Heart Glazed Mugs
A pair of pretty heart mugs.
- Set of two
- Pretty design
- Great gift
Painted Leopard Print Mug
A hand-painted-look leopard mug.
- Bold design
- Good gift
- Everyday use
Classic Stainless Steel Olive Oil Dispenser
A smart dispenser for olive oil by the hob.
- Smart look
- Easy pouring
- Durable
Neon Yellow Salt/Pepper Mill
A bright mill that cheers up the worktop.
- Bright colour
- Useful
- Affordable
HKLIVING Olive Green Organic Glass Carafe
A green glass carafe for water or wine.
- Beautiful glass
- Useful every day
- Trendy green
Set of 3 Retro Deli Storage Tins
Three retro tins for tea, coffee and sugar.
- Set of three
- Retro look
- Keeps things fresh
Set of 2 Adjustable Bar Stools (Black & Sand Stripe)
Adjustable stools to refresh a breakfast bar.
- Adjustable height
- Set of two
- Stylish stripes
You don't need new units or worktops to love your kitchen again. Small changes, like matching storage jars, a few colourful mugs or a statement bread bin, can make a kitchen feel brand new.
Where to shop: all the picks below are from Rockett St George, a UK home store known for bold, colourful and quirky homeware. Prices start from under £10.
Easy kitchen decor ideas
- Clear the worktops. Put away anything you don't use daily. A clear worktop instantly looks bigger and cleaner.
- Decant into jars. Pasta, rice, coffee and biscuits look smarter in matching glass jars or tins.
- Add one statement piece. A bold bread bin, carafe or set of mugs adds personality.
- Display your favourites. Lean a serving board against the wall, or hang mugs on hooks.
- Update the seating. New bar stools can transform a kitchen island or breakfast bar.
- Bring in plants. Herbs on the windowsill look good and are useful too.
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Common questions
How can I make my kitchen look expensive on a budget?
Clear the worktops, use matching storage jars, and add one or two quality statement pieces. Good lighting helps too.
What colours are popular for kitchens?
Warm neutrals, deep greens and soft pinks are popular, often with brass or gold accents. Accessories are the easiest way to try a colour.
How do I store food neatly on open shelves?
Use matching jars or tins, group similar items, and leave some empty space so the shelves don't look cluttered.
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Retro Monochrome Enamel Bread Bin
A classic enamel bread bin with a monochrome retro look, practical and stylish on any worktop.
✓What We Like
- Retro style
- Keeps bread fresh
- Easy to clean
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Takes worktop space
Edibles Scalloped Wooden Serving Board
A scalloped-edge wooden board for serving cheese, bread and snacks, and lovely displayed on the worktop.
✓What We Like
- Pretty scalloped edge
- Great for parties
- Decorative when not in use
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Hand wash only
Set of 4 Leopard Print Pasta Bowls
A set of four bowls with a playful leopard print, great for pasta, salads and soups.
✓What We Like
- Set of four
- Fun design
- Good size
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Bold print not for everyone
Amber Ribbed Glass Storage Jar (Tall)
Amber ribbed glass gives a warm, vintage look, perfect for open shelves.
✓What We Like
- Warm amber glass
- Tall size
- Stylish storage
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Glass can break
"Strong Stuff" Hot Pink Glass Storage Jar
A cheap and cheerful hot-pink jar with "Strong Stuff" on the front, ideal for coffee.
It's currently £8.40, down from £12.00.
✓What We Like
- Under £10
- Fun colour
- Great for coffee
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Small size
Set of 2 Milagro Heart Glazed Mugs
Two glazed mugs with a Milagro heart design, lovely for morning coffee or as a gift.
✓What We Like
- Set of two
- Pretty design
- Great gift
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Hand wash may be best
Painted Leopard Print Mug
A statement mug for leopard-print lovers.
✓What We Like
- Bold design
- Good gift
- Everyday use
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Single mug
Classic Stainless Steel Olive Oil Dispenser
Decant olive oil into this stainless steel dispenser for a tidy, professional look.
✓What We Like
- Smart look
- Easy pouring
- Durable
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Higher price for a dispenser
Neon Yellow Salt/Pepper Mill
A neon yellow salt or pepper mill, a fun and useful way to add colour.
✓What We Like
- Bright colour
- Useful
- Affordable
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Bold colour
HKLIVING Olive Green Organic Glass Carafe
An organic-shaped green glass carafe from HKLIVING, perfect for the dinner table.
✓What We Like
- Beautiful glass
- Useful every day
- Trendy green
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Glass can break
Set of 3 Retro Deli Storage Tins
A matching set of three tins with a retro deli design.
✓What We Like
- Set of three
- Retro look
- Keeps things fresh
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Not see-through
Set of 2 Adjustable Bar Stools (Black & Sand Stripe)
A pair of adjustable bar stools with a stylish striped design, a big change for a kitchen island.
✓What We Like
- Adjustable height
- Set of two
- Stylish stripes
✕What to Keep in Mind
- Big spend
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