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Running Granite into Bay Window over Kitchen Counter?
Comments (1)I think it sounds like a great idea. Make sure they give you that 3/4" lift or you'll be cutting it close with the handle. You could also just get a different handle which doesn't need as much clearance. Most Bay Windows are secured to the house with a cable system that hooks to the top rail of the house (if close enough) or wall studs somewhere above the window. In most cases we tie into the existing soffit. If we have a cable support system we try to screw the cable locks to the top rail for the best support. Since your adding an extra 200+ pounds you may want to make sure the cables will cover the extra load. If not, make sure they install some gussets under the seat board to carry the extra load. I would also recommend your installers lifting the outside portion of the window a 1/4" above level. I personally go a 1/2" over to allow for the stretching of the cable. It will usually drop any where from 1/4' - 3/4" ounce the cables settle in. I'd make sure your Bay has a higher exterior side than the inside to make sure any water from the sink doesn't run down and puddle next to the window. It would be much better to have the water run back in to the sink. Have them raise it just enough to let the water move away from the exterior side of the Bay. Most of them have adjustment nuts on the bottom to correct after everything has settled. Also make sure the seat board in the Bay unit is insulated. I don't know what climate your in but the granite top may conduct cold and heat from the seatboard of the Bay unit and cause some issues down the road. So check and make sure this won't be a problem later. Otherwise Good Luck!!!...See MoreWindow positioning in relation to backsplash?
Comments (4)Hi, Rosieo. There is no should to refer to, or at least none I managed to fine, unless you're copying a particular era and using the windows as an style identifier. You have to decide what will work best for you. Imagine them with their bottom edge set at counter level, or up just enough for outlets, or set higher still. When choosing height, what do you see outside? Higher might block out the AC unit. I assumed I wanted them at or close to counter level to relate to the garden outside until I realized that would likely put the hems of my cafe curtains on my work area. I've always like white cafes, so that would have made that decision for me. Except, The way they framed the walls, the only place to put the outlets required by code above the counter was...above the counter. That actually made that decision--bottoms of windows just high enough to make room for outlets, and raise the curtains out of my chopped onions. Is there an issue with reaching and using handles to open the windows that would affect your decision? I'm short and like my windows open every day possible; with our double-hungs the lower the better. What window treatments might you wish? Imagine them on your windows at different heights and depths in the wall. And, probably first of all, how will the banks of windows look set different ways in the wall--too high, too low for balance? How about how their lines relate to other horizontal lines in the kitchen--tops of cabinets, moldings, et cetera? I set ours so the tops lined up with the transom I set over our single French door, which lined up with the tops of the cabinets before the top molding continues to the ceiling, or will when we finally get around to putting it in. And as mentioned, style. Although they can be set at counter level in a traditional kitchen, they just won't look original to a past era, more of a fusion look. My daughter-in-law's 90-year-old kitchen has them set about 18 inches above counter--lots of sunlight and pretty view of treetops and sky, AND very comfortable privacy from next-doors while she's working in her nightie. If you want to dress them with anything flammable, be sure to set them comfortably far from the stove. Mine're legal, but the distance looked significantly more satisfactory before I got the stove on site than after. And I expect to be washing them more often than otherwise. This is what's popped to mind from my struggles with this question. Hope it jogs some ideas for what you'd like....See MoreNew windows in kitchen of 1926 house
Comments (2)I think you have pinpointed one issue. When I first talked about this project with my GC I said I wanted true divided lights that matched the existing casements as closely as possible. I think he realized that would be out of budget and mentally moved onto the grids but failed to discuss the issue with me. I think going grid less on the casements would look odd given that all of the existing casements have mullions/small panes/true divided lights or whatever I should be calling that. But this is making me wonder if I would be better off switching to single or double hung because our existing single hung windows do not have mullions. So I might be able to match much more closely without blowing the budget entirely. I almost wonder if at that point we shouldn't consider just reusing the existing two windows in the kitchen but having them moved down on the wall and restored so I can see out and open them. Then they would match perfectly, of course. Though they would be smaller than I would ideally choose. (Sigh, because I really wanted those casements with the true divided lights.) Thank you for your help!...See MoreFacelift or Redo with New Layout?
Comments (42)I totally agree that you shouldn't have your fridge in the kitchen proper. It definitely blocks the light from the windows. They will look so much better without any obstructions and give your kitchen a whole new feel. I wouldn't even do the small china hutch. I think even that will detract. The majority of folks here prefer single basin sinks. You might search around for the different discussions about the various types of sinks to review the opinions before you make your final choice. We're all trying to give you a sink in front of your windows and I just don't think it's giving you the most efficient space nor the easiest space to work in. With my plan, you won't be facing the window but you will be able to turn your head and enjoy the view. There are no obstructions to the windows and you can enjoy the light. With 54" aisles, you can open both the DW door and oven door at the same time (at least if the doors are the same as on my own DW and oven) without them knocking into each other and someone can cook while someone else cleans-up without bumping bums. Confession: As I was drawing it up I was thinking about how much I like it and then I realized it's almost identical to my own layout, LOL, although I have a range. If you do this, please put a panel on the fridge, at least on the side facing other living areas, so the fridge is hidden a bit, looks built in, and doesn't detract. Another option:...See Morealoha2009
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