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**Buehler445** · 07-19-2015, 12:41 PM

Mrs. Buehler445 and I are buying a different house. It is really what we want in terms of size, layout, neighborhood, etc. The only drawback is there are no upper cabinets in the kitchen...WTF? Anyway, we made the decision to man up and put in a kitchen that we want.

Since I'm a home renovation n00b, I'd appreciate any advice, tips, or experiences the CP braintrust can provide.

In doing this, we are going to have to come up with,

Cabinets (obviously)

Countertop

Backsplash

Moving the sink

I hate plumbing. But it shouldn't be too bad, the plumbing is in an unfinished portion of the basement

Flooring which I'm pretty comfortable with.

Most of the work will be hired, partially because I'm a noob. Partially because I'm busy as ****.

TIA

EDIT: Already have the antifreeze tap on order.

**Buehler445** · 07-21-2015, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by notorious

Prepare thy anus.

I have a pallet of crop oil if I need it.

Have you heard anything about premier cabinets and interiors in Holcomb?

Marada · 07-21-2015, 11:17 AM

2 cents worth. After pricing the different countertops and finding out the maintenance required for each, we decided on a tile counter. I have attached a pic of how it came out. Used the same tiles and side trim for the backsplash. Best part is it handles heat and won't scratch. It cost about a third of what any other counter type would have.

Valiant · 07-21-2015, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Marada

2 cents worth. After pricing the different countertops and finding out the maintenance required for each, we decided on a tile counter. I have attached a pic of how it came out. Used the same tiles and side trim for the backsplash. Best part is it handles heat and won't scratch. It cost about a third of what any other counter type would have.

I suggest taking some of the stone and cutting it to fit the outlets instead of white glaring out.

Also, what are you looking at for handles?

**Rain Man** · 07-21-2015, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Marada

2 cents worth. After pricing the different countertops and finding out the maintenance required for each, we decided on a tile counter. I have attached a pic of how it came out. Used the same tiles and side trim for the backsplash. Best part is it handles heat and won't scratch. It cost about a third of what any other counter type would have.

I like the little trim pieces along the edge.

**LoneWolf** · 07-21-2015, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Marada

2 cents worth. After pricing the different countertops and finding out the maintenance required for each, we decided on a tile counter. I have attached a pic of how it came out. Used the same tiles and side trim for the backsplash. Best part is it handles heat and won't scratch. It cost about a third of what any other counter type would have.

Make sure you seal the grout at least once a year. Looks good.

Marada · 07-21-2015, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Valiant

I suggest taking some of the stone and cutting it to fit the outlets instead of white glaring out.

Also, what are you looking at for handles?

I just used white covers for the outlets and switched. Have not picked pulls or handles yet. Sealed the grout after installing and have not had any problems.

Marada · 07-21-2015, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

I like the little trim pieces along the edge.

trim was originally a full tile with the mesh backing. For the side caps just used a row at a time and for the backslash, 2 rows.

NewChief · 07-21-2015, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Marada

2 cents worth. After pricing the different countertops and finding out the maintenance required for each, we decided on a tile counter. I have attached a pic of how it came out. Used the same tiles and side trim for the backsplash. Best part is it handles heat and won't scratch. It cost about a third of what any other counter type would have.

Word of advice: don't get pissed off at something and slam a piece of metal cookware down on it really hard. Not that I speak from experience.

Marada · 07-21-2015, 04:34 PM

Here is what I started with.

Marada · 07-21-2015, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by NewChief

Word of advice: don't get pissed off at something and slam a piece of metal cookware down on it really hard. Not that I speak from experience.

And rest assured your glass will break if dropped on it.

**Perineum Ripper** · 07-21-2015, 04:39 PM

I'm a fan of counter over sink, instead of sink over counter..don't know the benefits of one over the other..I just like the look of it better

Oxford · 07-21-2015, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Buehler445

Good advice. Thanks. Are islands typically taller than cabinets?

Mrs. Buehler 445 is 5'5, but I'm 6'3.

Not typically, my suggestion is to try out an island and measure the height. Bending over a countertop (with our backs) is an issue. If she does the cooking then the island should be her height.

stevieray · 07-21-2015, 06:17 PM

Cabinets are expensive!

here's a distressed look I did about a year ago..

**Buehler445** · 07-25-2015, 05:13 PM

Finally was able to get over there and grab some pics. Their stuff is still in there, so it is a little mucked up, but you get the jist.

There is 72 inches from the end of the bar to the window, so that's what I have to work with.

**Buehler445** · 07-25-2015, 05:44 PM

Here is a panoramic (that's why it's blurry and shitty) I took looking out from the kitchen.

Whatever I do I have to match up with the rest of the house.

07-19-2015, 12:41 PM
Buehler445 Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scott City KS Casino cash: $2234734	Renovating a Kitchen. Looking for Advice. Mrs. Buehler445 and I are buying a different house. It is really what we want in terms of size, layout, neighborhood, etc. The only drawback is there are no upper cabinets in the kitchen...WTF? Anyway, we made the decision to man up and put in a kitchen that we want. Since I'm a home renovation n00b, I'd appreciate any advice, tips, or experiences the CP braintrust can provide. In doing this, we are going to have to come up with, Cabinets (obviously) Countertop Backsplash Moving the sink I hate plumbing. But it shouldn't be too bad, the plumbing is in an unfinished portion of the basement Flooring which I'm pretty comfortable with. Most of the work will be hired, partially because I'm a noob. Partially because I'm busy as ****. TIA EDIT: Already have the antifreeze tap on order.
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07-21-2015, 11:17 AM	#92
Marada Deputy Dawg Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Callao, Missouri Casino cash: $8655100	2 cents worth. After pricing the different countertops and finding out the maintenance required for each, we decided on a tile counter. I have attached a pic of how it came out. Used the same tiles and side trim for the backsplash. Best part is it handles heat and won't scratch. It cost about a third of what any other counter type would have. Attached Thumbnails __________________ I'm watching
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07-21-2015, 04:34 PM	#99
Marada Deputy Dawg Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Callao, Missouri Casino cash: $8655100	Here is what I started with. Attached Thumbnails __________________ I'm watching
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07-21-2015, 04:39 PM	#101
Perineum Ripper Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Missouri Casino cash: $1849542	I'm a fan of counter over sink, instead of sink over counter..don't know the benefits of one over the other..I just like the look of it better
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07-21-2015, 06:17 PM	#103
stevieray best in the biz Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Under Pressure Casino cash: $2505273	Cabinets are expensive! here's a distressed look I did about a year ago.. Attached Thumbnails
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07-25-2015, 05:13 PM	#104
Buehler445 Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scott City KS Casino cash: $2234734	Finally was able to get over there and grab some pics. Their stuff is still in there, so it is a little mucked up, but you get the jist. There is 72 inches from the end of the bar to the window, so that's what I have to work with.
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07-25-2015, 05:44 PM	#105
Buehler445 Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scott City KS Casino cash: $2234734	Here is a panoramic (that's why it's blurry and shitty) I took looking out from the kitchen. Whatever I do I have to match up with the rest of the house.
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