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Ding Dong the granite's in, the granite's in...

15 years ago

the granite's in!!!!! putting in butler's pantry today

It looks great, aside from the 5 inch layer of yuck all over it :-) I promise I won't bore you guys with pictures of every step...I'll wait for the finish now! appliances and lighting go in on Monday. still hunting for backsplash

Bianco Antico

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suzienj
15 years ago
OH MY GOD- its beautiful-- now you have me rethinking my whole kitchen redo- haha-- what type of cabinets are those? (color?) SO NICE!!!!!!!!
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ccoombs1
15 years ago
That granite is PERFECT with your espresso dark cabinets!! Excellent choice!
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15 years ago
Lookin good !! c
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ni_2006
15 years ago
LOVE IT!!!!
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remodelfla
15 years ago
Absolutely love it! What's on your floors? what direction are you leaning toward for the backsplash? Ceramic, tumbled stone, glass? I'm seeing either one of the first two with glass accents that bring in a pop of color. What rooms with what kind of colors is the kitchen open to? LUCKY LUCKY YOU!!
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megradek
Original Author
15 years ago
thanks for all the compliments. I can't wait to wipe off all the gunk and have fun finding all the cool crystals all over the place!

suzienj: cabs are custom, walnut with "java" stain

remodelfla: floors are Cumaru (brazilian teak), natural. covered up right now - I can catch glimpses of it on edges and under the dishwasher spot :) it's gorgeous, I just can't wait to see the whole floor!

I should post a better viewpoint - will do that when I can't make up my mind on the backsplash - hee hee. the kitchen, bfast nook and family room are the whole back of the house and it is all open. putting neutral colors on the walls (BM revere pewter for kitchen and BM ashley gray for family room) which are not done yet.

backsplash: no clue yet, love the suggestions. would love to have some kind of pop (we'll see what DH allows!).
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remodelfla
15 years ago
OH... the floors sound absolutely gorgeous! I would love to see a glass backsplash in there. The material itself would give the added pop and then you could still stay fairly neutral on the color if your more comfortable with that. Either way... it's WONDERFUL! ENJOY!
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katiee511
15 years ago
Really, really love your granite. How exciting!!
Of course, my maiden name is Bianco, so I may be biased :)

Absolutely love your bump-outs. Wish my counters were that long. It looks wonderful. Can't wait too see more pics! Is it like unwrapping a present every day when you get home?
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jnjmom
15 years ago
Very very very very very (did I mention very) nice!!!

Can't wait to see it all put together!!
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worldmom
15 years ago
I'm not a granite fan and usually don't get too excited over granite threads, but that is a *lovely* stone. :o) It looks beautiful with your cabinets. I can't wait to see the finished product! Nice choices!
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Laurie
15 years ago
I LOVE it!! The contrast between cabs & granite is awesome : )
I am also considering BM Revere Pewter. Please continue post pictures as your kitchen continues to unfold.
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redroze
15 years ago
It's beautiful!! I love how the bumpouts show off that chunky edge. It looks like 3 cm if I'm not mistaken, as the sink cutouts look thick as well. You'll love it even more when it's all cleaned off...it's like having a crystal slab of a gorgeous cave wall right in your home. I'm so excited for you!!
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charlikin
15 years ago
That stone is SO perfect with your cabinets! OMG, your kitchen is going to be GORGEOUS!!!

Can't wait to see more!
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niffy
15 years ago
Looks fantastic! And I love your windows under your uppers - what a great idea! Can't wait to see how it all looks with backsplash.
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vicnsb
15 years ago
Love those peek-a-boo windows and your granite is one of
my favorites! Looks awesome!
vic
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gglks
15 years ago
almost missed this!!!!!!!! love it. looks lighter than i thought it would....and i love the lighter with your cabinets! every new detail is really going to blow you away now!!!!!! almost there.....
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