The kitchen sink is more of a focal point than people realise because it stands out as an eye-catching fixture in the room, it has been suggested.Matt Lederer, owner of Mahogany Builders, a US-based home remodelling firm, argued that people can achieve effective kitchen makeovers without having to spend a fortune.Indeed, he set out a number of tips for making simple upgrades that can alter the overall appearance of the room.These included replacing the kitchen sink with a newer model or upgrading a worn tap with a shiny new head.This can help to polish off a kitchen with new sophistication and glamour, Mr Lederer said.Elsewhere, the specialist suggested updating kitchen flooring by refinishing hardwood or by having ceramic or tile floors professionally cleaned.This tips come after the British Antique Dealers Association recently claimed that antiques offer homeowners very good value for money when compared with modern objects.