Built ins. should I keep them or remove them?
S J
4 years ago
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Comments (2)FWIW, IF the Chinese Pistache are the "Keith Davey" selection, I would probable keep them in your local. Otherwise get what you paid for. Was this a "landscaper"? Allot of people come here with problems due to improper planting, and/or rootbound container trees. Were your trees planted from containers (probable so considering it mid-summer in Texas. If so there is almost certainly root problems that need to be addressed for longer term survival. Arktrees...See MoreShow me your built-ins! What do you put in them?
Comments (38)mydogDaisy - LOVE those built ins! They are just beautiful! Yes, I too would be paralyzed with the thought of decorating that whole thing. I assume you are thinking artwork or mirror over mantel. I like that you did the TV to the side. That is ideal - our TV is above and only because we have a low ceiling is it not too high - but many folks with a high ceiling and a tall mantel put the TV up and it's just not comfortable to watch at that angle. What type of fireplace is that? A gas insert? If so, what brand? I have posted many questions on the "fireplace" board but no one has responded. I'm considering it for my own to avoid the soot and smoke damage to my white built ins. Have you used it yet?...See MoreShould I keep the scallops or cut them?
Comments (1)Thank you!...See MoreShould we remove this built in?
Comments (17)I wouldnt jump the gun on this one. It has possibilities. I would think of what you might be able to do with it depending on your families needs. I would start floor planning what is going to go where and ask 1. How am I arranging my seating/furniture? 2. If. a TV is going into this space where is it going? 3. Do we entertain a lot and would this be a nice place to have an entertainment bar? 4. Kids? Would this be a good place to store, toys? games? 5. If this is in a designated alcove vs a straight wall (cant tell per photo) what will we do with that once the cabinet is out? Then think about this, 1. Would it be functional to take the top portion out only and keep the bottom cabinets? Replacing door style on them would be an easy fix and painting it. 2. Could the TV be on top of it if I did this ? 3. Could it just be cabinet storage for family games? Kids toys? 4. Could it be a serving bar? or are there shelves behind those doors that could be exposed by taking the doors off and doing something fun with baskets for kids toys etc? Personally the top portion makes it look top heavy so I would remove that at a minimum and think about the bottom. The doors need to go on it and either replace with a simpler style and paint it all or remove the doors completely and paint it....See MoreS J
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