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annie_k

Kitchen help!

Annie
hace 10 años
We moved into this place with a small closed-off kitchen. A total overhaul including opening it up to the dining room is in its future, but I want to make it more livable in the meantime without blowing my budget. I ultimately would bring in the hardwood floors, but for now the tile has to stay.
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  • puzzlebird
    hace 10 años
    When I had a tiny kitchen I kept some of my seldom used kitchen tools in a big rubbermaid storage container in the garage. I didn't want to get rid of stuff like my waffle iron that I only used once in a while, but didn't have much room for storage in the kitchen. Then I tried to keep the counters as clear as possible to make my space feel not so cramped.

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    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      My tentative to-do list is:
      Window trim and treatment
      Replace over-range microwave with a hood
      Backsplash and paint
      Add crown to cabinets
      Paint cabinets

      I really like the look of white cabinets, but I think it would be too bland with the beige tile. I am considering white on uppers with a darker wood color on the base cabinets (a la rustoleum cabinet transformations or java gel stain) but I am worried that those look more like brown paint then actual dark species of wood. I am open to replacing the counters if I can find something reasonable. Things like light fixtures, range hood, etc. that could be used again later will take precedence in my budget. Any other ideas for freshening up the place on a budget????
    • PRO
      flair lighting
      hace 10 años
      honestly, all of the clutter of items, (which im sure you need more storage for), and the over sized lovely new appliances you put in make it feel more cramped. I know you can't do anything about that!! But clearing off the uppers might help you not feel so cluttered in there.... maybe you could put a few floating shelves in the area where the microwave looks like it used to go? and put some of the smaller items of the counter onto them?

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      flair lighting
      hace 10 años
      or hang a magnet strip there for all your knives and spoons, clear off some more counter space...
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Yes, the oversized appliances are a problem I inherited, but don't plant ore place them right now. I have thought about open shelving where there appears to be a microwave hole.
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      Jeffrey Brooks Interior Design
      hace 10 años
      Consider taking the doors off the upper cabinets on either side of the window. Paint all of the cabinets in light Gray and the interior of the open cabinets in a White, Repaint the room the same as, or a little darker, than the cabinets. At the center of the room hang a chrome grid panel or a simple pot rack. Hang some of your better looking cutting boards and pans from this.
    • gillhillier
      hace 10 años
      Would u be interested in a used but in very good condition kitchen?
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Gillhillier- What do you mean?
    • gillhillier
      hace 10 años
      Are u near the Bristol area
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      flair lighting
      hace 10 años
      she already has storage issues..not sure taking off doors will help....just saying....
    • User
      hace 10 años
      You say you want the kitchen to be "more livable." Can you define what you mean by livable and what about it is not livable as it currently is?
    • User
      hace 10 años
      It really is about too much stuff on the counters, etc... Try to pare down, keep surfaces clear and limit the colors that are on display. If you're anywhere near Marshall's or Home Goods keep an eye out for storage organizers for the cabinets.
    • puzzlebird
      hace 10 años
      I think your to-do list is pretty good, but have you thought about how much space there is between your upper cabs and the ceiling? Perhaps crown is not the best solution.
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      Joe Real Estate Renovations
      hace 10 años
      Add crown molding to cabinets
      Add glass backsplash 18"
      Put on new Formica countertop that resembles a black onyx granite
      Replace cabinet knobs with brushed nickel 4-6" long pulls
      Trim out the window
    • jhx1
      hace 10 años
      Why crown molding, hood and window trim? It seems like those will add visual clutter and might wait until you do the big remodel...

      Having the microwave above the range keeps it off the counter or from having to go on a shelf...

      I think I might contrast the traditional details of the cabinetry with sleek modern details to go with window... If the window does need treatment for privacy, I'd go with simple light filtering blinds possibly....

      I agree with the suggestions to both pare down items above the cabinets and on the counters as well as get a few nice looking storage bins to hold whatever items you do choose to keep and store above the cabinets.

      It seems counterintuitive, given all the visual noise going on now, but I think some bright cement tiles for a back splash might really make the room lively. I'm just not sure how to deal with the window that intrudes on the back splash space. Possibly the entire walls.

      And if you paint the cabinets a creamy ivory.
    • jhx1
      hace 10 años
      Here's a simple cement tile back splash that incorporates some modern clean edge shelves in the design
      Hope Ranch Malibu · Más información
    • jhx1
      hace 10 años
      Here's a wall of varied cement tile
      Cuban Breakfast Nook · Más información
    • rocketjcat
      hace 10 años
      If you're going to paint cabinets anyway, maybe you could find inexpensive unpainted cabinets to fill in the tops of yours up to the ceiling? If not maybe just rectangular wicker storage baskets/boxes lined up could fill in the space and help to clear off your counter. I wouldn't spend any money on crown molding... Make that empty space work for you instead of just trying to decorate it.
    • rocketjcat
      hace 10 años
      ^^^^ maybe baskets like this lined up would be an inexpensive solution.
      http://houzz.com/photos/111263
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Rocketjcat- I thought about getting smaller cabs to fill the space to the ceiling, but couldn't find any examples where that had been done successfully. Have you seen it done? Would love an example.
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Oh, you already put up an example. Thanks!
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      As for the rest of the things on the counter, this is mostly stuff that I am sorting through, since I only recently moved in. I am actually having a large pantry built behind the wall that is directly to my back while taking this picture, which should help immensely with the organization issue. I am more looking for paint color/tile/cabinet/ window suggestions.
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      My rationale behind taking down the above range microwave and cabs is because it juts out into the room really far. I was thinking a hood would be more low-profile. I am having an outlet for a microwave put into the pantry that I mentioned before.
    • PRO
      Thos. Baker
      hace 10 años
      I agree with rocketjcat. It appears you're using the tops of your cabinets for storage and if you need that space, baskets are an attractive way to go. Not easy to reach, but useful! I was going to suggest clearing that area and putting interesting accents up there -- pottery or pretty vases -- just for looks to perk up the ambiance. If storage is a problem, puzzlebird made a good suggestion: put infrequently used items in large plastic storage containers and keep them in the garage or pantry, so you can give your kitchen a temporary face lift!

      Christi, on behalf of Thos. Baker
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      Thos. Baker
      hace 10 años
      Paint color?! One of my favorite subjects -- be right back!

      Christi, on behalf of Thos. Baker
    • PRO
      Thos. Baker
      hace 10 años
      Última modificación: hace 10 años
      If you're going to paint the cabinets down the road, but are interested in painting the walls now and getting a head start on redesigning your kitchen, you may as well pick a wall color that will go with your new two-tone kitchen cabinets and see how you like living with it.

      I'm posting photos of kitchens with white uppers and dark lowers. Give us some idea which color group you're thinking about for the future to help with wall color ideas now.

      The bottom right photo is an actual home remodel that hasn't yet been completed.

      Christi, on behalf of Thos. Baker
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Thanks Christi, I love the first one!
    • rocketjcat
      hace 10 años
      Annie, i think your biggest problem in the entire space is the stove, and moving the microwave isn't going to help that. What is in the bump out behind it that is making the stove project into the wall so much? A closet? If so I think I would fix that before doing anything else. Or is it mechanicals?
    • laurakdesigns
      hace 10 años
      How far down the road are you planning the big remodel? Replacing the microwave with a hood won't give you the improvement you're looking for. The profile will draw even more attention to that area. Same for the tile backsplash. Paint will freshen up everything and help immensely. Once you get a window treatment and are able to put things away it will make a huge difference too. I like the photos of the painted cabinets it's a fun look.
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Unfortunately, the bump-out is an old chimney, and can't easily be removed. In fact, I think some of the ductwork was run through there, so it is probably never coming down. Oh the joys of owning a 120 year old house...
    • PRO
      Elizabeth McGreevy
      hace 10 años
      Your kitchen looks like mine did before I painted it. Same problem with being small. I painted the wood cabinet doors glossy white and added shiny black knobs and pulls. I painted the frame up the upper cabinet white, but the lower cabinet frame a medium aqua. I then painted the walls a light aqua. The aqua REALLY opened up the space. I then added fire engine red and black accents. My floors are laminate and are being messed up by the dog water bowl, so I'm going to paint the floors with a black and white checkered pattern. You could paint the tile the same way.
    • laurielynne
      hace 10 años
      I like white cabinets as well, and I don't think it would be too bland with your tile floor, in fact I think it would make it look lighter and airier (and therefore bigger!). There are a ton of pic here on Houzz that you could look with that colour scheme. I think if you take the suggestion of using baskets on your top cupboards and perhaps tile your backsplash (even the peel and stick kind if you are going to do structural changes down the road), some new hardware, you would be thrilled with the change. Good luck and have fun!
    • Sharon Schofield
      hace 10 años
      Última modificación: hace 10 años
      White cabinets-classic and simple! Change hardware. Roman blind over window. If you can afford the extra cabinets...go to the ceiling...looks bespoke and gives you a place to put that stuff! If not... Baskets baskets baskets! With stainless and white...you could go contrast with the counters...dk brown or black- not too stark because of the floor colour. I am doing mine this next month... Will post details! Good luck and HAVE FUN!
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Sharon Schofield, I love the second example with the additional cabinets on top. Where did you find that?
    • PRO
      Anne Burkett Designs
      hace 10 años
      A roman shade would look great on your kitchen window. I would mount the shade above the window to make the window look larger.
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      I agree that a roman shade would make a big difference, and I could extend it up to make the window look larger. I have some upholstery fabric, maybe I will mock up a shade and see how it looks. Thanks for all the great ideas everyone!
    • Sharon Schofield
      hace 10 años
      anne_k Googled it... Will find it and let you know! Email me, and i will give you loads of my pics and ideas... saschofield@live.ca. I am renovating my whole house on a budget too... We are renting it out for 3 years, and i need it to look good!!!
    • Sharon Schofield
      hace 10 años
      http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/kitchbath/msg051310233133.html I am doing my kitchen with lime and turquoise accents... Seems so fresh and new!
    • jhx1
      hace 10 años
      Última modificación: hace 10 años
      If you decide to try to go for another row of cabinets above the ones you have, You might try seeing if you have a Habitat for Humanity Restore near you, to look for used/paintable cabinets. If there s not one near you, you might check with your city or county municiple waste department. Many places now have or can refer people to similar type organizations that resell construction materials from remodeling to keep them from ending up in landfills. You might find perfectly good cabinets at a fraction of the cost.
    • erjablinnikka
      hace 10 años
      Tiling the splash back all the way through with about a 10cm square tile that is in a fawn color. I would suggest a frame around the window and /or just a sill with a curtain rod(can be bought at Ikea) above the small window with a short 12cm curtain would help. If cost is a problem, keeping budget low in mind just a latte paint on the wall, right through. I used to have my microwave above my fridge when my kids were small and it worked well, although I'm only 5ft 2. A small polypropylene mat or a rag mat on the floor is also pretty. The baskets above the cupboards is a good idea. Some items like the large pot can be stored in the oven. Wine glasses can be stored on a rack where they hang upside down. The roll can be mounted on the back wall. Wish you luck. I know it's difficult on a budget, but some day...Ps; I keep my mix master in a cabinet out of the kitchen. Or then a corner bench cupboard is a good idea which matches your kitchen.
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      jhx1 we do have a re-store here, and I have thought about looking for 12" cabinets, because I have just about 13 inches between the top of my current cabinets and the ceiling. I am wondering, though, wouldn't I need to replace all my doors? It seems like it would look strange if there was any significant difference in stile, rail, or overlay measurements between the old cabinets and the new ones.
    • Annie
      Autor original
      hace 10 años
      Thank you all for you suggestions and advice. I will post a picture when I make some progress.
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