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Comments (19)I might consider finding an old similar cabinet for free or $10 on CL to practice. I found the following thread on updating laminate cabinet, if you scroll waaaay down there is one picture where the owner attached lattice molding on the faces and painted them white. It looks amazing. I would consider that, new pulls, vinyl planks or squares and and laminate counters. Here is a link that might be useful: [Thread on updates[(https://www.houzz.com/discussions/80s-laminate-cabinet-kitchen-update-advice-dsvw-vd~303456)...See MoreAR Performer, Capital Culinarian, BlueStar RNB
Comments (11)@wekick - thanks for the info. Commercial ranges - no thanks! They require a large gas line and more venting than I can have in my place, plus the always-on pilot. To say nothing of probably illegal. I like the way that unsealed burners work - I've been known to take the caps off of "regular" stoves in order to use my 33-year-old wok - and decided that since the pro-styles are available and hopefully refined by now, that's it time to spring for what I truly want. The first reviews I read about BlueStar were dated (I think) 2010 or so. Lots of complaints about the hot exteriors, uneven baking, etc. The most recent I've been able to find (2014-very early 2016) seem to show that improvements have been made and it's finally ready for prime time. I don't recall any complaints about the burners, though, except for an occasional rant about the igniters' fragility. The Culinarian reviews have been largely positive, and for some reason, I can't find much of anything about the Performer. As for my cookware, I have some tri-ply and have begun to pick up a piece of copper here and there. Because those are very dearly priced, I will be sticking mostly with the plied stuff. I have a few pieces of All-Clad that I've had for well over a decade and am very happy with. And thanks for the info about the star burner. This may sound a little odd, but the BS burner looks more "complete" than the CC. I must admit that while I'm leaning towards the BlueStar, my budget is much less enthusiastic about the idea. And that's why the Performer and Culinarian are on the list. And thanks for the info about the star burner. This may sound a little odd, but the BS burner looks more "complete" than the CC. I must admit that while I'm leaning towards the BlueStar, my budget is much less enthusiastic about the idea, which is why the Performer and Culinarian are on the list....See MoreWhat to do with this kitchen?
Comments (34)The teal wall doesn't agree with the floor. Neither does the current beige, although it works with the wood. I dislike the dark gel stain. Of all the potential colors of cabinet paint with the floor, I liked #6 the best (you called it teal, but on my monitor it is a grayed out teal -- not like the wall teal), then #2; but there still isn't something right. I think it is the white white wall and ceiling. The problem is the very cool floor vs. the warmth of the wood. They are colors that occur in nature together, and will work together in your kitchen, with the right choice of wall, maybe ceiling (and perhaps cabinet) colors. Finding that right color will take some patience though....See MoreHelp! New home updating Kitchen. Small budget
Comments (24)The photos are really blurry so it's difficult to see what's going on exactly with the cabinets and countertops. It looks like a very spacious kitchen with interesting floors and lots of light. So that's great! I think your ideas to change out light fixtures is excellent. You can really add some of your personality that way without a huge expense or effort. If you have things to display on shelves in the eating area, some wood shelves could be nice. Otherwise you might consider some art to bring in color and personality. I would highly recommend just buying new hardware and not trying to paint "bronze" over the existing hardware. Hardware is not that expensive and is very easy to change (as long as you get the same size). A real metal finish will look so much better than paint. However, the idea in general to replace hardware to add more of your style is great. Usually with a farmhouse sink you need a base cabinet that's ready to accommodate that style of sink. So I'm not sure how successful you will be at cutting into an existing cabinet and quartz countertop to retrofit a farmhouse sink. Maybe someone else here has experience doing that, but it seems like you risk ruining your nice countertops if it's not done properly. Bringing in some more warmth and rustic with a wood farmhouse table sounds great too. I would be a bit hesitant to paint white cabinets just another shade of white unless you strongly dislike the one that is in there and can't work with it. Right now the white cabinets seem to work well with the countertops and doing a proper job of painting cabinets takes a lot of sanding and prep so I don't expect it to be an inexpensive endeavor. I personally would stick to painting the walls for now....See Morepalimpsest
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