Erin Napier's Budget-Friendly Hack To Instantly Customize Your Kitchen

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Can't spend another second staring at your white fridge — but also can't spend too much cash finding a gorgeous replacement? You're not alone. Though still found in all kinds of homes and apartments, black, white, and stainless steel appliances have gone a bit out of style.

That doesn't mean you can't rock one at your place! But if you're eager for a fresh new look on a budget, HGTV's Erin Napier has a surprisingly simple solution. She shared it in an episode of "Home Town," the show she hosts with her husband, Ben Napier. Rather than buy a brand new refrigerator that would match the colorful vibes of the rest of a newly renovated home, Erin covers the current fridge in a green vinyl wrap that completely transforms its appearance. Easy to use and much more affordable than new appliances, it's a quick way to make your kitchen even more one-of-a-kind.

In the episode, the Napiers are determined to improve the space of a woman who moved from California to Mississippi to experience small-town living — but was left with an unfinished space when a shifty contractor ran off with her cash. Erin Napier is known for her ability to use elements like unique knickknacks, vintage decor, and mismatched colors to give a home just the right amount of authentic, elevated coziness. So it's no surprise that she wanted to make the homeowner's appliances feel less industrial and more personal. Napier used a light green vinyl wrap to fit in with the eclectic cottage vibe of the space, and said in an Instagram caption, "The vinyl wrapped appliances are my favorite idea I've ever had."

If you want to get in on the fun, there are tons of design choices available on sites like Amazon. For less than $50, you can find wraps in styles ranging from sophisticated to artsy to floral (and everything in between). And you don't have to stop at the refrigerator — there are vinyl wraps available for appliances like dishwashers and microwaves, too. In the "Home Town" episode, Erin uses both to give the appliances and cabinetry a cohesive look.

The concept of vinyl appliance wraps is similar to peel-and-stick wallpaper — you simply stick it to the surface you want to cover, and peel it off when you decide you're done with it. This makes it an excellent renter-friendly DIY decor trick to beautify your home when you can't make major changes to it. It's also a quick way to spruce up a space for a bit, with the peace of mind that you'll have the option to go back to your old appliance finish if you're not sure you're ready for a huge design shift.

Just keep a few tips in mind if you want to go the vinyl route. When possible, try to test a small area of the surface to make sure it will stick with minimal disturbance. Before you apply the vinyl wrap, clean the appliance surface with soap and water, and let it dry thoroughly. You may also want to be prepared with a tool like a precision utility knife in case you need to adjust the sizing of the wrap.