Replacing kitchen taps is one cost-effective means of boosting a homes value before a sale, it has been suggested.An article by Bankrate.com, hosted by Tulsa World, noted that there are numerous on-the-cheap strategies for increasing the value of a property.In the kitchen, it states that as well as replacing taps, homeowners can add new cabinet door handles and update old lighting fixtures at minimal expense.Elsewhere, the article also suggests giving face-lifts to old appliances.If they dont match, dig up their owners manuals and order new doors or face panels for them, it said.Remember Stainless steel is the new black, or in some cases the new avocado green.Last week, meanwhile, Homebuilding Renovating magazine claimed that individuals should feel confident to bring their own tastes into DIY upgrades.Jason Orme, editor at the magazine, explained that the most important thing is for the work to be completed to a high standard.