I need help in updating very old kitchen
Jill Alexander
4 years ago
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Suggestions needed on updating our old kitchen
Comments (34)Sure it is my age - born in 1943 and my parents built their first house in 1951/52. I have very distinct memories of "Mid- century" and they're not fond ones! Very kitchy. I'm just not into kitchy and chrome breakfast room sets and scalloped wood trim. But if others are, go for it! I have similar cabinets - my kitchen guy says they're RTA and were assembled on site and are often all locked together. If mine had given me more flexibility, I would not be getting new cabinets in 2 weeks! i have been able to keep my new kitchen costs down dramatically due to the two upgrades we've done over 32 years (late husband was a teacher - no money). We spent money an the Corian countertops when we first remodeled 31 1/2 yrs ago. We also added a wall of cabinets and moved the sink at that time and put in a big bay window over it. Fast forward 19 years, and we again painted the cabinets, new wallpaper, new sink and faucet, and hardwood floors. At that time, we redid lighting - lots of pot lights in ceiling, and good undercabinet lighting. Made a huge difference. Then a few years later, I got my big Vent a Hood to put over my huge 1948 O'Keefe and Merritt stove. Also got a gorgeous stainless counter depth refrigerator. Finally, I'm getting new cabinets! But I'm able to re-use all appliances, sink, countertops, faucet etc. I added one more pot light, removed the hideous soffits, and am relocating the refrig. When ones does ugrades in the right order, it saves when it's time for the big ticket item - the cabinets. BTW, I've had red oak floors in a kitchen and they were fine, even with 2 children, 1 big dog and 1 small one....See MorePaint color help please, very dark kitchen with old stone!!!!
Comments (5)painting the same tone as the white stone would lighten it up quite a bit and look nice. you could leave the island in the natural wood if you prefer. Although, the wood seems to need to be refinished. no chicken wire. that's far too country for you kitchen. Some glass in a few of the uppers would be nice. try a seeded glass panel. New hardware. Sorry, but that clock over the stove really needs to come off! the style, in no way, even matches your kitchen. please just find a wall somewhere for it!...See MoreI'd like some suggestions to update my kitchen. I need help! :-)
Comments (7)As much as I love dark stains, painting the cabinets may be the way to go. White, Grey, Blues are what is "in" right now but they're still nice neutral colors. My issue with this kitchen is what appear to be 30" wall cabinets and larger than life ceiling height in comparison. it makes the space seem short. lighter cabinets and maybe a darker wall color will close this gap. A horizontal backsplash will also help visually make the space longer, making it appear bigger....See Morehelp updating a 15 year old kitchen
Comments (2)Very pretty kitchen. If you are tired of it changing wall color and accessories would be an economical way and maybe changing light fixture....See MorePam Scott
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