by JENNIFER BILLOCK
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I asked a few real estate agents from around the country what kitchen trends are a bad investment. These are the ones you should probably skip.
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Granite, once the gold standard of kitchen countertops, is out. Marble, wood, and concrete are better options right now.
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Stay away from the standard wood grain cabinets, in both style and size. Also, avoid cherry-colored cabinets because they look dated.
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Right now, open shelving is a gamble. It’s absolutely on trend and is eclipsing the desire for closed cabinets, but they may not have staying power.
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Just like with the rest of the home, open floor plans are in and are here to stay. Closing everything off no longer fits contemporary tastes.
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You need a large kitchen or lots of light to get away with darker colors. Dark spaces are still a detractor of value.
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Yes, it saves money, but kitchen DIYs? They’re a no-go. That includes everything from backsplashes to painted cabinets.
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Simple and chic are in. Say no to: intricate handle pulls, decorative wood, oddly shaped islands, and styled cabinet and drawer fronts.
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If the kitchen doesn’t match the rest of the house, it’s a deal breaker — so skip shabby chic if the rest of your home skews midcentury modern.