Is white (and distressed or light grey) wood feminine
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White Kitchen Cabinets = Feminine?
Comments (28)I'm an older guy (old enough to be your father) and do not care for the all-white look, be it in the kitchen, bath, or any room. Some showcase homes on Houzz, Houseplans.com, etc. are almost entirely white - kitchen, dining, living room etc. I prefer wood cabinets, light, medium or dark colored wood and rooms with some color. That said, I do not believe white cabinets are necessarily feminine. It depends more on the overall look, the type of doors, trim, etc., other decor. Cleaner lines are usually considered masculine while cabinets such as the following with curley cues I would consider feminine, as well as the chandeliers. [Traditional Kitchen[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-kitchen-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_709~s_2107) by Bethesda Kitchen & Bath Designers Bradford Design LLC I would suggest, however, that you do not attempt to look for something "timeless". You can be sure anything done this year will look dated in 20 years; maybe sooner. I'm amazed at the number of people posting on these forums who replace "horribly dated" rooms with what they think is "timeless". One can replace a "horribly dated" room with a look that is in a style interpreted today. Unless something is a historically accurate reproduction, any style interpreted today will look dated in the not too distant future. It's more important to do what you like and do it in good taste. Go to the kitchen site on Houzz (linked below) and scroll down until you get to the "Cabinet Finish" menu. Filter the pictures on different finishes and then add other filters such as for counter top type. Explore until you come up with something you like. And if you have your heart set on white rococo cabinets, go for it (although I still think they'd be girly. ;-) Here is a link that might be useful: [Houzz kitchens[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/kitchen-ideas-phbr0-bp~t_709) This post was edited by DreamingoftheUP on Sat, Apr 19, 14 at 22:19...See MoreLight or dark floor for Grey/White kitchen?
Comments (8)I like edenaurora's wood look tile-might try even a little warmer shade. I'd stick with medium....[not super dark tone ] to play with the dark gray base cabinets. Too dark a floor presents maintenance issues and very light presents contrast. To me, the nice thing about dark grey base cabs is that they will recede into being a neutral palette/backdrop.....so you want a floor that plays along...you could go with taupe- or some wood tones present....but with the same intensity of shading. I don't think it has to be strictly a gray tone. They have resilient products of all sorts now-vinyl planks/etc. Tile is for some folk--way too hard for myself and others....See MoreMaster Bedroom - White Walls - Distressed Black Bedroom Furniture
Comments (4)You may want to start saving inspiration rooms you love; it will really help if you have a direction. I would purchase the rug fist vs bedding and cushions so you have a style to build on. Be sure to use various colors, patterns and textures so it feels more interesting The headboard is high and I think art above each night stand would be more complimentary and use small brass lamps for a modern look. You could add the sign on another wall If you need a bedskirt, a more tailored style would feel more modern Dresser and tv wall - mirror, plant, chair, art, baskets...See MoreWhite floors w/gray walls, or gray floors w/white walls?
Comments (12)Maybe just consider doing a refresh. For a relatively cost effective, plus easy approach - I would suggest just putting down a piece of sheet linoleum or vinyl, over the existing tile. You won’t have to rip out the tile, and you can bring in any color/pattern you want. And btw, this type of sheet flooring has come a long way; many attractive options. You could do one that simulates a white tile floor. I also like some of the wood looks and terrazzo looks. Your bathroom floor area is relatively small, so this should be a fairly easy and inexpensive option. Change out the vanity lights. Lots of ways you can go with that, finish and style-wise; and I think that single change could really make a significant difference in the space. You can go ahead and paint the walls, and maybe also change the faucets.. These small changes will fairly easily create a new room; and this could hold you over temporarily - or permanently....See MoreRelated Professionals
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