tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post6121731427024844376..comments2024-03-26T19:48:49.664-04:00Comments on Brooklyn Limestone: Shore Condo Files: The KitchenMrs. Limestonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-65593606628052037372011-02-07T18:44:49.133-05:002011-02-07T18:44:49.133-05:00Now that you have painted the countertop. Have yo...Now that you have painted the countertop. Have you thought of replacing the upper cabinets with open shelving? Then add some artwork for the walls and a runner to camo the floors. Adding new curtains in a great print would also perk it up. <br /><br />How about beaches of the world photos from all of your great trips on the walls?kickymarciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12209165277332055204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-72202722275507000482010-10-06T17:14:54.489-04:002010-10-06T17:14:54.489-04:00The picture didn't seem that bad until I read ...The picture didn't seem that bad until I read your comments. At least, it seems, you have fairly decent appliances. When you say "lame laminate", are you dissing all laminate or just yours in the kitchen? The reason I ask,is we just put laminate in our living room after living with bare sub-flooring for the last two years. You want to talk about a total dump, you should've seen our place. The skanky wood-grain formica countertops were warped, moldy, and just plain yucky! Perhaps, until you are ready for a total reno why not do one of those coatings (concrete/granite look) that you apply over formica? I've seen it at Home Depot or just swap out the formica. Also, upper shelving is the way to go in a tiny galley-like kitchen. That's my humble opinion. Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-3981774150901223262010-07-07T13:40:26.957-04:002010-07-07T13:40:26.957-04:00Maybe consider using builders' salvage to repl...Maybe consider using builders' salvage to replace the cabinets? This is a good site: http://www.greendemolitions.com<br /><br />They also have lights. <br /><br />;) SamiJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-28233241573630890002010-06-24T18:00:29.119-04:002010-06-24T18:00:29.119-04:00Oh you have me LOL about "standard issue ugly...Oh you have me LOL about "standard issue ugly nipple light" because I ALWAYS think the exact same thing about that style of light fixture. I never say anything to anyone because I can just imagine a foot-in-my-mouth moment where I say, "those light fixtures look like they have a nipple" and the homeowner then says, "oh...I just purchased it last week and it's the love of my life, you biotch! Now all I'm going to be able to think about when I look at my lovely light is nips."<br /><br />Anyway, I'm glad that you share the same disgust for them that I do.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-70547464800911942782010-06-19T23:19:43.043-04:002010-06-19T23:19:43.043-04:00Ohh, Mrs. Limestone, isn't Silver Sage just th...Ohh, Mrs. Limestone, isn't Silver Sage just the best! It's my bedroom color and I love it! Gosh..what would I do?..I would have come to you for advice if it were my kitchen... :) I love the idea of butcher block or marble slab on the counter. I'd probably paint the cabinets and change the hardware. In the meantime, could you flip the blades on the fan if it's white on the other side? It might make it somewhat livable until you change the fixture out.Eileenhttp://www.bluebirdluxe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-27957366335450645082010-06-19T19:09:06.293-04:002010-06-19T19:09:06.293-04:00Amzing how a fresh coat of paint can do wonders! ...Amzing how a fresh coat of paint can do wonders! I love silver sage. We used BM's patriotic white at the shorehouse which has a similar silver/blue/green depending-on-the-time-of-day quality. Perfect for the beach! How about a matchsticky blind on the window? We got ones at Lowe's that were meant to be temporary but we love, so they're staying put.Laura @ the shorehouse.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15442672928319257413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-74751559040923553192010-06-17T19:17:58.707-04:002010-06-17T19:17:58.707-04:00We painted our new kitchen and great room silver s...We painted our new kitchen and great room silver sage..its the best!carolynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-20329070330801224692010-06-17T10:01:54.725-04:002010-06-17T10:01:54.725-04:00I like the idea about painting the counters with R...I like the idea about painting the counters with Rustoleum counter paint. <br /><br />One possible idea idea for the floor, although I don't know if it would be too much color, is the NYSTED runner at Ikea. It's 6'7" x 2' and is a boldly striped plastic weave. (Black, two blues, orange pink and yellow) I've had one for a year and it never shows dirt (perfect for a beach house) and just needs to be hosed off once in a while. And it's only 29.99.<br /><br />Sorry, but I like ceiling fans, just not the multiple lights underneath and not over a dining room table.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16749500195480824210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-77367007748054879272010-06-17T09:48:14.181-04:002010-06-17T09:48:14.181-04:00Hmmm.... if it were me I'd be able to live wit...Hmmm.... if it were me I'd be able to live with ugly over the non-functional. If your countertops are stained and splintery then that would be the first thing I'd fix, in any capacity. You could do marble tiles to tide you over cheaply or buy some butcher block slabs (an 18x25 slab is around $100 at places like butcherblock specialist.com). <br /><br />Then I'd replace the cabinet hardware, and add some 2" white wood blinds and cream curtains with black accents.<br /><br />And I have a few of those ugly ceiling lamps in my condo. Darnit, now I'm not going to be able to look at them without seeing nipples. LOL.. a trip to the lighting store is in my near future. =)Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10400329036496106168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-78890673306276812972010-06-17T00:50:46.955-04:002010-06-17T00:50:46.955-04:00I feel the paralysis. I have it when I want to do...I feel the paralysis. I have it when I want to do a little (with what I can on my budget) but know that certain things are just better left ugly until the real overhaul.<br /><br />What about starting with drapes to add some color or texture to the space. I can't remember what blog it was but one had drapes made from a drop cloth - great and cheap diy that would add some texture to the room - otherwise a clearance fabric that you love - I know you can sew!<br /><br />Would it be possible to maybe paint the cabinets for now - or is it more work than its worth? I would definitely say open shelving for where the cabinets just stop for some reason and some white dishes/cake stands/vases/flowers etc on display. Hope this is maybe even slightly helpful?Hello Lover...https://www.blogger.com/profile/01412616468509644693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-89557830618897112042010-06-16T16:21:09.300-04:002010-06-16T16:21:09.300-04:00I could never look at a kitchen the way you doI could never look at a kitchen the way you doPaul@acne treatment for adultshttp://www.cureforadultacne.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-22193386266593511262010-06-16T16:15:46.844-04:002010-06-16T16:15:46.844-04:00I agree with the poster who suggested replacing th...I agree with the poster who suggested replacing the cabinets with open shelving. It can look really nice....Ms. Pearlhttp://pearlsandprose.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-31305071364751609992010-06-16T11:52:49.850-04:002010-06-16T11:52:49.850-04:00"nipple light"......FUNNY! I have those..."nipple light"......FUNNY! I have those in my basement. LOL! Came with the house. Not changing them though because we might move again in a few months. Railroad calls:)<br /><br />I am all or nothing. If you can't stand it just do a few things to make it where you are comfortable there. Then when the budget allows, get what you really want.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03212454004456092488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-52684175840562588372010-06-16T11:05:40.999-04:002010-06-16T11:05:40.999-04:00Would new Formica slip under the metal edging on t...Would new Formica slip under the metal edging on the counter? You might not even have to glue it down.Cussothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17936411121180304371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-4343258896126684092010-06-16T09:44:09.880-04:002010-06-16T09:44:09.880-04:00What about painting the kitchen cabinets? Sarah R...What about painting the kitchen cabinets? Sarah Richardson paints Ikea cabinets in almost all of her houses (LOVE her)! You could do it in a deeper shade of the silver sage and it could be really interesting, or just go standard white which I also love (my kitchen is all white cabinets). I know it's taboo in the decorating world, but what about laminate for the counters? You can do it super cheap (even off the rack at Lowes I think which you cut to size). At least it would be clean and you wouldn't have to get the tweezers out after making dinner :) You also wouldn't feel badly about ripping them out for something out. Another option is butcher block. As for the floor, I think you could do some peal and stick tile and really make a huge difference. Another option is that locking faux tile which is kind of neat, and easy to tear out in a few years (and maybe reuse or sell). <br /><br />Can't wait to see the result!<br /><br />Melissa<br /><br />http://www.houseography.netMelissa at HOUSEographyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02540947655101366391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-69976225680600383452010-06-16T01:13:56.879-04:002010-06-16T01:13:56.879-04:00The laminate floors don't look terrible in the...The laminate floors don't look terrible in the photos, but if they're heinous in person, then rip them up and paint the subfloor. We lived on the subfloor for the first few years we were in our house -- the carpets were absolutely disgusting, so we ripped them out, washed the subfloor with bleach, then painted it with oil-based Kilz (the kind that's also a sealer and stain-blocker). If you want the ability to clean the floors (we didn't care, but since you're at the beach, they might get dirty from sand tracked in), then use porch and floor enamel over the primer.<br /><br />Yes, the rectangular pieces of subfloor have a different look than long strips of wood floor, but it doesn't look that peculiar. Especially if you follow previous posters' suggestions and top it with a rug under the table and a runner in the kitchen.<br /><br />The best part is, this project would encompass some of the demo you'd be doing later when you do the full-on renovation.<br /><br />As for the lights... if you really hate the nipple light and the ceiling fan that much, just get something cheap from Ikea that you won't feel guilty about getting rid of in a couple of years when you do the real reno.juliannanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-68220284642005319882010-06-16T00:00:15.451-04:002010-06-16T00:00:15.451-04:00Oh, and what about wicker storage baskets on the o...Oh, and what about wicker storage baskets on the open shelves?Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08460058397219748236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-91468199272579004162010-06-15T23:23:25.730-04:002010-06-15T23:23:25.730-04:00I agree with everyone else. Paint the cabinets, ad...I agree with everyone else. Paint the cabinets, add some open shelves, and get a new cheapo countertop. Since you have the black fridge, how about painting the stove black? <br /><br />My next suggestion may not be beachy, but peel and stick tiles in a black and white diamond pattern may be a fresh temporary fix for your floor until your big reno.Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08460058397219748236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-84850517833774081432010-06-15T23:16:01.974-04:002010-06-15T23:16:01.974-04:00I love Silver Sage, too. We just repainted our kit...I love Silver Sage, too. We just repainted our kitchen this color. What a difference it made!Kim @ NewlyWoodwardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14306871325108889905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-37511426456075484412010-06-15T18:57:15.151-04:002010-06-15T18:57:15.151-04:00I understand not wanting to do anything that isn&#...I understand not wanting to do anything that isn't going to remain after the big reno. This might be too much to do now but I would totally rip out those upper cabinets and use open shelving. It's such a small space that it should help open it up and also give it a modern feel. I second everyone else on getting rid of the countertops. A good tile would be great.Jessica @ Lavender and Lilieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09955472530244699295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-15562323250871182212010-06-15T18:35:24.573-04:002010-06-15T18:35:24.573-04:00I'm with whoever suggested putting up open she...I'm with whoever suggested putting up open shelving either in addition to the upper cabinetry or in place of it! That could help it not look so choppy. And you could very easily (and cheaply) swap out the existing counters for IKEA's butcherblock counters. New hardware on the cabinets, obv. Maybe paint the cabinets white? Add bamboo blinds. And you must do your knock-off turquoise chandy in lieu of the fan! Add a Dash & Albert runner in the kitchen for some more color! It is definitely moving in the right direction! What a fun new project to work on. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-8697515603156246162010-06-15T18:35:06.349-04:002010-06-15T18:35:06.349-04:00I think you should call it a BOOB light instead!!!...I think you should call it a BOOB light instead!!! <br />I would not focus too much on any changes that you make now blend well with whatever you do in your reno (other than lighting) cause it may be a waste of money.<br />I would however go as Cheapo as possible and quite frankly paint is your friend here. Hard to tell how bad the counters really are but I would fill them with wood putty, sand and<br />paint with Rustoleum countertop paint . Buy 2 of these cutting boards from Ikea http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30087148 that wrap around the counter edge and put one on each side(over the worst parts). Paint your cabinets white, paint and reuse the existing handles,add painted open shelves above stove and the other side above dishwasher. Paint your stove with black appliance paint and call it done! Put down a fun beachy washable throw rug in front of the sink , but I'd leave the floor alone. Along with your new lighting and blinds you should be able to live with it till your ready for the really big reno!!!gracefulvintagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07521925641391613899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-73051454510151588872010-06-15T18:31:47.868-04:002010-06-15T18:31:47.868-04:00After reading this post, I read the Nate Berkus po...After reading this post, I read the Nate Berkus post . . . loved the built-ins there, and made me think that perhaps you should paint the cabinets in the same Restoration Hardware color as your walls, but obviously in a semi-gloss, not wall flat. It would create a quiet, seamless effect, minimizing contrasts.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-52518400423704256192010-06-15T18:14:32.247-04:002010-06-15T18:14:32.247-04:00Some eye-catching blinds or curtains would go a lo...Some eye-catching blinds or curtains would go a long way. Design*Sponge had a tutorial recently on making fabric roller shades. Two of those in a nice large-scale pattern (can't go wrong with damask) would give the dining end of the room some more presence.<br /><br />Totally hear you on the boob light and the ceiling fan. Could you replace the boob's dome with a round lampshade with a diffuser added? Like this, but on a slightly smaller scale?: http://www.younghouselove.com/2010/06/office-progress-let-there-be-light/<br /><br />Switching up the countertops is tough to do on the cheap. Love the idea of large marble cutting boards. Depending on the size of the countertops, you might even be able to totally replace them using remnant pieces.caroline (withonlytwo)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-57426909060036691222010-06-15T14:51:48.561-04:002010-06-15T14:51:48.561-04:00Mrs. Limestone,
I believe those cabinets are from ...Mrs. Limestone,<br />I believe those cabinets are from the Varde line, am I right?<br />We have them in our kitchen at home, but use open shelving instead of cabinetry on the walls. They are cheap stainless steel Ikea Shelves (I think they're actually intended for bathrooms). I'm not sure these would work for you if you're going for a beachy look, but I can send you pictures if you like.<br />Best of luck! Renovations on a budget are the most fun, they involve so much creativity (:Catalinanoreply@blogger.com