Kitchen paint colors...need outside opinions.
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In the middle of kitchen remodel - opinions needed!
Comments (26)bummer you can't easily get rid of the support, but with old houses it works out that way some times. Our house is balloon framed which adds to the complications - Since the post has to be there, I'd choose the option that results in the widest walk through. Seems like the A&C look goes with a rather heaving looking post. I do love the look that Marcolo posted. We had to run the main vent stack up the corner of our den, so to balance it out we made a fake column on the other side. It sort of looks like the both support something - but they don't. This shows the stack in the back corner, and the "pretend" support in the front - that room is about 80% of our "original" house - those pioneers were some hardy folk! Stack covered up And the decorative "matching" side....See MoreAny opinions on behr premium plus ultra paint?
Comments (104)PaintGuy22 - The tinting process is "almost" fool proof. It is highly automated with the name of the paint color being scanned from the bar code on the color card, or from the label on top of the previously mixed paint can. The scan guns prevent paint from being dispensed if the information on the computer screen does not agree with the bar code on the paint can. It is incumbent upon the paint associate to accurately determine what type of paint, color, sheen and amount the customer needs. The tinting machines are extremely accurate, with amounts as little as 1/ 768th of an ounce capable of being dispensed. But, anything mechanical can now and then malfunction. Anything being run by humans can also be screwed up, but if the original information was properly entered into the computer, there should not be problems. HD doesn't spare the equipment expense when trying to provide a good end product. There is over $20K of paint dispensing equipment in every HD store, this times over 2000 stores throughout the US and Canada. I would not argue that there is sometimes a problem with finding and keeping good paint counter personnel. This is not only a problem with the "big box" stores, but with other retailers. Even Sherwin-Williams has its turnover problems. The problem is that retail never pays as well as what a knowledgeable tradesman can make out working in the field, so, retailers are forced to try to train people without a paint background....See MoreKitchen Design Opinions Wanted
Comments (17)Thank you LawJedi! (Like the name, btw!) I haven't had much time to more than stop by for a few minutes over the past 6 months or more! We've had some family medical issues and with this being my daughter's senior year in HS, lots of activities (including all her final year of varsity volleyball & basketball - I didn't want to miss any of her games!) I probably will still only be here on & off - but I do try to stop by occasionally as I find it a nice break from the "routine". ============================================= To address earlier concerns about the layout (prior to Matt's response): The landing space for the refrigerator is across the aisle on the 22" counter next to the range. It's 49" or so away - close enough, IMHO, to the 48" max recommended by the NKBA. The island isn't that far away either. As to the location other than the landing space - it's out of the main work area so any children, guests, etc. who want to get something out of the refrigerator will not be underfoot of those working in the kitchen. There really isn't any other place for it b/c the other two walls of cabinets aren't long enough to accommodate the refrigerator + other appliances and/or fixtures and adequate landing/work space for them. That's also why I show the MW opening to the right - anyone using it for snacks won't be the way of those prepping (70% or more of the time spent in the kitchen is spent prepping). The 45" aisle b/w the range wall and the island should be enough to have someone working at the range while someone is using the MW. Also, the MW and refrigerator are close to each other - useful b/c most MW'd foods come from the refrigerator/freezer. If the representation of the window is correct - with a center "stile" down the middle (or two windows slid together w/frame b/w them), then I wouldn't want the sink centered on the window b/c they you would be staring at the "stile". If centering the sink bowl on the window is important, then I'd either line it up with the left edge of the sink at the "center" point or center the sink on the window on the right. With the sink as I show, if you offset the faucet to the right, it is centered on the right window. The faucet is the "visible" fixture when looking at the window so the sink will appear centered. As for the cabinet "allowance"...most likely the builder is using a cabinetmaker s/he has an agreement with - the builder buys all cabinets from the cabinetmaker at the lowest level of quality/functionality offered by the cabinetmaker - so the builder is getting a "bulk" cost. If you don't get the cabinets, s/he will only offer the "cost" of the cabinets. IF the builder offers upgrades, you might be able to use the allowance on upgraded cabinets in the bathroom(s) or as, someone else mentioned, don't get the island and use the island allowance to pay for some upgrades to the rest of the cabinets. Then, get your island later with different......See MoreFront Door Color: Need Opinions!
Comments (30)I'm brand new on the Home forum, just wandered in from the Garden, so hope you won't mind me adding my two cents' worth. According to the Feng Shui book I have, the best colors for a south-facing door are bright green, dark green, blue, purple or black ... so your forest green sounds like a good choice from that perspective (so was the eggplant suggestion). One word of caution, though: Check the warranty on the door carefully. When I wanted to stain our new front door (also south-facing) a deep brown our contractor pointed out that a dark finish, whether painted or stained, would void the warranty on this solid wood door, as it absorbs so much heat. After several years of a plain white door (not bad on a house with dark brown natural cedar shakes, but it just didn't feel "right") I painted it a soft sage green and added a brass kickplate and love it. The sage blends with the entry foyer, living room and dining room and is a perfect backdrop for the various wreaths throughout the seasons; a brass kickplate really does dress it up unbelievably. Your house is classic, adorable and so well-kept; it's going to look charming when you get your plantings finished, but don't rush it ... are houses and gardens ever really "done"? Ours are still evolving after 29 years. I'd agree that softening the foundation and adding window boxes, hanging planters, and cottage-style gardens would be lovely, as long as they are in keeping with your preferences and lifestyle. Enjoy the process! Looking forward to seeing your "after" photos next spring. Diane...See More- 10 years ago
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