Would you paint cabinets or update countertops/backsplash
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Backsplash? No backsplash? What kind of backsplash?
Comments (25)didn't have time to read all the answers. I have no backsplash and have never regretted it...been over 6 yrs. It is painted with BM matte...which has ceramic in it. It is as beautiful now as it was when first painted. I love the fact that I can showcase other things ...art etc in my kitchen and no competition. Also if I ever want to change it is as quick as a paint brush...expense is minimal..paint only ! All in all I think it is serene as you point out . Here is one pick. Since I have a lot of high heat cooking in my kitchen..built in deep fat fryer as well as gas cook top I can definitely speak to the longevity of paint only. c ( more at this album )...See MoreGrey quartz countertop and backsplash for oak cabinets
Comments (27)your interest really was in the look of the space.....which is valid. Even after accomplishing the switch to a range or that kind of upgrade, one can still be unhappy with their space if every time they walk by or walk into it, the old surfaces jar your nerves and personal aesthetic. But the space really would have me looking at a whole appliance package, and ditto the range on the perimeter concept. Yes-fridge/dishwasher AND range....figure something out with above range microwave or hood with maybe small countertop microwave. And once that "package" got worked through the budget, think about the perimeter in laminate or solid surface and maybe a contrast for the island of quartz or butcher block . I might consider Ikea or a basic butcher block for everywhere-it can be really reasonable....knowing you may do a "gut" remodel later. Just enjoy the wood look, oil it up frequently right away....and just let it take the wear and tear knowing the counters and cabinets will be replaced. I would probably even just leave the painted wall for backsplash....with the decent cabinets and some new hardware and either laminate or wood on counters, and new appliances, you'd be really in a good position for a while....See MoreCherry Cabinets, wood floors and dark granite. Backsplash to update?
Comments (14)clétile.com“@Sammy I think the sagey or celadon would work, not sure if terra cotta would lighten things up to much. By brick tile do you mean brick/subway in the sagey or celadon color.” Yes? ;) Actually I was thinking of a terra-cotta brick tile glazed in a celadon or silver sage so you wouldn’t really see it as being a terra-cotta tile. Know what I mean? I’m kind of headachey at the moment so I’ll show rather than tell—sort of. Here, look at this website:Clé tile glazed terra-cotta tile Glass is also lovely in a grey/green/blue. Regarding the Ubatuba: I think it gets a bad rap as being basic, but, it’s really very beautiful and very versatile. So please keep it. :) And one of my favorite tile sites: Fireclay glazed thin brick...See MoreIs our backsplash outdated? Would it help resale to update?
Comments (101)Thanks for the update, Mike. The pendant shades with color are a good idea if they tie into something (family room colors?). The previous choices you made I thought were good ones. However, the style of the valance is dated. Let's talk about the valance. I see you have a window shade there. First, do you need the window shade? If not, I would just remove both the window shade and the valance. if you do need the window shade, then I would buy a box valance and hang it similar to how you have it hung below. Since you have crown molding, a shade that is hung by the top of the crown is not going to work well. Also, the new valance you chose is too high for the window. A valance should be no more than 1/4-1/6 the window height. Yours is 1/3 or more....See MoreRelated Professionals
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