Molding can be the finishing touch in any room. If you are handy with a saw, try topping off your wall cabinets with crown molding . All you need to do is make straight cuts. If paint is the way you want to go, consider pine, and fill over the head of the nail with spackle. Replace the countertops.
Countertops take a lot of abuse and can look worn and drab.
Replacing the countertop is certainly more expensive, but often worth the effort. New countertops will really make it feel like a new kitchen. All rights reserved.