Dated kitchen …looking for ideas to update
Betty M
2 years ago
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Comments (1)Are any of the short walls by fridge and stove arch load bearing or contain ducting or electrical chases? I would be eliminating as many as I could to improve layout possibilities if you plan to replace cabs....that means drywall repair but worth it I think. All those jigs and jags make the room choppy. For example, removing that little wall by the fridge means you could run cabs under the window in an L-shape and eliminate that tiny cubbyhole with window. I am not sure what the purpose of the stove arch was/is but that would be high on my list of things to eliminate. What is in that short wall by the fire extinguisher? What is the space between the fridge and the doorway? If a closet, that would be a candidate for removal too. You will need to decide on how extensive you want to go and that will probably be determined by eliminating or keeping the cabs. If you eliminate them and are on a tight budget, look at Ikea cabs when there is a sale. If you keep the cabs, I would probably forgo spending a lot of money on new countertops so big box stock laminate counters should run $150-250. Using LVT tiles on the floor, painting walls, demoing the brick arch, centering stove on the wall space, removing wood valance, ditching curtains and blinds for Roman shades, and I assume updating lighting but only because I cannot see what is there are all things that could be done within a modest budget. Additionaly, how old is the flooring...old enough to be worried about asbestos?...See MoreMy beautiful, but dated, Kitchen Update
Comments (21)I like the last light as well. It adds a bit of the sparkle you wanted. I would be sure it was on a dimmer though. 14 60 watt bulbs are going to give off an awful lot of light if there are no shades. You might even consider changing out your cabinet hardware to match. The only way to find the right paint color is to paint samples on poster board and hang them up in different areas of the house to see how they react with your lighting. I wanted to paint my bedroom the same color as my sister's but while it looked moody and smoky in her room, it looked almost neon in mine. I would say get your lighting in place first with the color of bulbs you want to use and then pick your paint. The paint in my kitchen looks totally different with the cool white LED bulbs in my recessed lights as it does in my living room with the warmer white bulbs in my floor lamp....See MoreLooking for lighting ideas and thoughts on planned update to kitchen
Comments (1)IMO your wall color should not be decided until all of your other changes are made. Grays are very difficult to work with. LEDs in daylight bulbs 3500-5000K range should be installed before choosing any colors. I would like to see surrounding lighting to give an idea of the table light....See MoreDo you think this inspiration pic is dated? Kitchen refresh idea
Comments (16)Really like shirlpp's link to laminate -- some very realistic white marbles, etc. If you add a white tile backsplash and white laminate countertop, you'll have a much, much nicer kitchen. I'd also look for a stainless-look dishwasher panel cover so that appliances (other than refrigerator) are consistent. I'd also look for a stainless, covered garbage can, if it needs to be visible. There's a lot of appliances on the counters -- depending on use and preference, you might want to store them behind doors. I really like the kitchen and dining floors -- are they terra cotta tile? It's hard to see the tall cabinet next to the laundry, but I think I would replace it with a nice furniture style armoire or tall cabinet as a large, decorative but functional accent piece. And as someone who LOVES light fixtures, I'd change the boob lights. All in all, I think your kitchen will look great, and I hope you post the 'after' photos to prove it....See Moretedbixby
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