Sunday, May 3, 2015

The Other Half of the Kitchen Remodel


When we decided to go ahead with our kitchen remodel a few months ago it was with the knowledge that only one side of the room would get new cabinets.  The other side of the galley style kitchen would keep the old cabinets on the bottom with a cosmetic update, namely paint and new hardware. 
The counter top would also have to be replaced because of the hole the old cooktop left in it. 



Last weekend hubby and I took on the project of building a new countertop and finishing it with new ceramic tile.  Something neither one of us had ever done!  Well, we accomplished the task but not without a few tense moments and a few disagreements on how it should be done.
Dave is examining the grout and leaving a finger print.... LOL!   I think we were both amazed the tile  actually turned out fairly decent.


After a new paint job and some new hardware I think it has come together rather well!





This week we will be waiting for our electrician to install a couple of recessed lights in the soffit over the cabinet and another outlet or two. You can never have too many electrical outlets in a kitchen! 


Oh... that wall behind the counter... well I have an idea for that.  You'll have to stay tuned to see what it is!  I have been watching HGTV's Fixer Upper show for some ideas!  Do you watch Fixer Upper? It's my most favorite show to watch right now... much to hubby's dismay!  LOL!  There's always another project on the horizon!  

Cathy G


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21 comments:

  1. annieMay 3, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    Good for you, it doesn't even look like the same cabinet!

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  2. KimMay 3, 2015 at 3:16 PM

    Looks great Cathy. I love those home improvement shows. If I won the lottery I'd tear this place apart. Lol

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  3. Farm GirlMay 3, 2015 at 3:20 PM

    It looks lovely. You both have done a wonderful job.

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  4. HomeSpunPrimsMay 3, 2015 at 3:36 PM

    Looking good Cathy! You two did a GREAT job. I adore Fixer Upper!! It's my favorite show too.
    Hugs, Lori

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  5. Rugs and PugsMay 3, 2015 at 3:46 PM

    Cathy ~
    It came out G-R-E-A-T!!! You should be very happy.
    Hugs :)
    Lauren

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  6. Lady LocustMay 3, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    How nice ~ can't wait to see what you come up with. You are so clever.

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  7. weaverpatMay 3, 2015 at 10:40 PM

    WOW! You guys did a great job! Really look professional.
    Can't wait to see what you do to the wall.
    No I don't watch Fixer Upper. And for my family's sanity, I probably shouldn't start. LOL!

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  8. moosecraftMay 4, 2015 at 1:41 AM

    Oh Cathy! You guys are a great team! Those cabinets and counter look awesome!!! Love the color of the cabinets and the tiles go perfect! Looking at pics of your kitchen I think I AM watching HGTV! :-)

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  9. JuliaMay 4, 2015 at 2:04 AM

    Cathy, your new cabinets looks so nice and you have a great taste for colors. You do make a great team. I never look at those shows because I hardly ever watch TV anymore but I have been known to keep my husband busy with projects. He stays away from building projects now, hires a couple of old friends to do the job. His knees can't take the stress anymore.

    I'm looking forward to the finished wall behind the counter. Keep us informed.
    Hugs,
    JB

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  10. Primitive StarsMay 4, 2015 at 3:09 AM

    Looking great Cathy, loving the new kitchen so far.Blessings Francine.

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  11. janMay 4, 2015 at 3:31 AM

    Beautiful job on that side of your kitchen. I'm excited to see the next step on the wall.

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  12. EarleneMay 4, 2015 at 4:14 AM

    Very nice Cathy!!!

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  13. Lisa SchindlerMay 4, 2015 at 5:39 AM

    Beautiful job Cathy! Can't wait to come up again and see it in person.

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  14. SaundraMay 4, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    The kitchen has made a huge transformation; I love it and know you do too.

    Saundra

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  15. UnknownMay 7, 2015 at 5:53 AM

    So far, so good. Well, sometimes you have to knock things down before you can build new heights, and this is obviously one of the cases. Just keep to the template of the remodel that you have in mind, and then make sure you stick to it as you go along. Good luck!

    Essie Reed @ Valley Home Improvement

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  16. My Colonial HomeMay 8, 2015 at 2:47 AM

    Hi Cathy - oh how beautiful it has become!
    I love the newly painted cupboards on that side of the kitchen - I so like it when there are two different styles going on - very homey looking.
    Blessings
    Karen

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  17. Three Sheep StudioMay 8, 2015 at 4:12 AM

    Beautiful job and I love the paint color !
    Will be watching for the back splash.
    Rose

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  18. Larkrise garden girlMay 25, 2015 at 7:58 AM

    What beautiful work with your rugs and your remodel. I have had tree work done and it is so amazing!
    Hugs cheri

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  19. Trace4JMay 30, 2015 at 2:35 AM

    Looks wonderful.
    I too love the color you chose.
    Woolie Blessings

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  20. Martha WardJune 10, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    It seems like the Orange Sink won’t give up without a fight! Haha! Anyway, it’s nice that you’ve progressed well with your kitchen remodel. I hope everything turned out nicely in the end. Good day!

    Martha Ward @ Son-Rise Plumbing

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  21. UnknownJuly 28, 2015 at 3:00 AM

    Wow! The new new tiles on you countertop look great. They really complement the paint work. The cabinets look so much better as well. You really did a great job in there! I'm sure you're very happy with the successful renovation of your kitchen. Thanks for sharing that! All the best!

    Rick Greer @ Finlay Brewer

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