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TheKimSixFix

Blogger | San Francisco, CA http://www.thekimsixfix.com
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  • I added simple trim molding on the ceiling to not only mask where the old lighting fixture had been, but also to add architectural detail to ceiling and define the space above the island. 3
  • A pencil tile backsplash modernizes the space and draws your eyes away from the arched cabinetry. 1
  • The island (which is stained and not painted) is now distinguished from the rest of the cabinetry and stands out against the honey oak flooring. 2
  • By removing the doors on the cabinet, backing it with beadboard wallpaper and trimming out the corners with shelf brackets, there is now more open display space and the cabinetry feels a little more custom 1
  • New paint, cabinet hardware, appliances, fixtures, lighting and a backsplash completely transform this kitchen without any major renovations to the space. 2
  • By removing the doors on the cabinet, backing it with beadboard wallpaper and trimming out the corners with shelf brackets, there is now more open display space and the cabinetry feels a little more custom 4
  • New paint, cabinet hardware, appliances, fixtures, lighting and a backsplash completely transform this kitchen without any major renovations to the space. 3
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Modernizing an 80's Oak Kitchen

For more information about this project (including more photos and detailed tutorials) please visit: http://www.thekimsixfix.com/2012/08/kitchen-...# ...»

Previously, this kitchen (originally installed in 1988) was too monochromatic. The color of the cabinets and the floors was too similar and the small island was lost in sea of golden oak. The awful drop ceiling fluorescent light was extremely dated and the lack of cabinet hardware only emphasized the arched paneled doors which didn't feel very modern..

I stained the center island dark brown, and painted the cabinets a warm cream color (Manchester Tan by Benjamin Moore) I added hardware to the cabinets and removed the old fluorescent lights which I replaced with 2 pendants and some LED cans. I tiled the backsplash with pencil tile to accentuate the generic granite countertops. I also updated the kitchen faucet and removed a few cabinet doors to break up the monotony of the cabinet doors.

The entire transformation (including the new Bosch appliance suite) came in under $3500. I did all the work myself, including the electrical, plumbing and tiling. The transformation took a little less than 3 weeks.

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TheKimSixFix
TheKimSixFix San Francisco, CA
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    The island is just a double base cabinet with a granite countertop and a rounded shelf on one end.
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Kids Bathroom Makeover

With some really simple changes we were able to take my daughter's blah bathroom to a colorful bath-time spot. Focusing on grayish-blue walls, wainscoting and pops of yellow we made a huge impact for only a little money.

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Jill Drummond Middleton, WI
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    The color is perfect!!! Nice job!
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  • New corner cabinet.  Existing cabinets were stained to match (instead of replaced) in order to stay within budget
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Updating a brass and oak master bathroom with natural stone and neutral colors

More details on the project (including detailed budget breakdown, additional photos and links to detailed step-by-step tutorials) can be found: ...»
http://www.thekimsixfix.com/2013/01/master-b...

I replaced outdated white tile and engineered marble with tumbled travertine, glass pencil tile, and creama marfil marble. The gold fixtures were replaced with chrome (including a new frameless shower door.) The large plate glass mirrors were removed and replaced with smaller framed versions. Additional lighting was added and/or relocated. The oak cabinets were stained a dark brown-black to match a new corner cabinet installed to replace an undersized medicine cabinet. The entire update cost a little more than $5000.

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TheKimSixFix San Francisco, CA on Jan 31, 2013
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    Gail Salminen on Feb 02, 2013
    TheKimSixFix - what a lovely ...»
    job. I never thought of black for a bathroom, but it really does add class! Great job. Just a little hint for keeping the glass looking new with very little effort, try the scrubbing bubbles - http://www.scrubbingbubbles.com/Products/Pag... - it works wonders and requires no effort! Thanks for posting :)

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Silver Serving Tray Chalkboard

A old golf trophy tray, some painters tape and a can of chalkboard spray paint resulted in a darling little chalkboard. Perfect for sitting on the kitchen counter with the grocery list, ...»
or featuring your holiday menu on the buffet.

For a full tutorial visit: http://www.thekimsixfix.com/2012/12/silver-s...

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TheKimSixFix San Francisco, CA on Dec 07, 2012
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Bold, Modern Dresser Makeover

We decided to give an old mid-century style dresser a bold blue makeover for our living room/office. This was a Craigslist find and we got it for a steal. I painted it a deep blue/teal ...»
color and sprayed the original hardware gold. Now it is a fun statement piece!

Erin-DIYOntheCheap
Erin-DIYOntheCheap Alpharetta, GA
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    Wow.. That came out great. I never would have thought to do such high contrast, but i looks ...»
    wonderful.

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Pottery Barn Inspired Reclaimed Wood Planter

For a complete step-by-step detailed tutorial on how I assembled this planter please visit: http://www.thekimsixfix.com/2012/09/pottery-... ...»

My version of the planter is made of cedar fencing and paint stir sticks. I then painted and distressed it to look like the pottery barn version. My total cost was $8. To buy the same sized planter from Pottery Barn would have been $179

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TheKimSixFix San Francisco, CA on Sep 16, 2012
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    Tracy C on Sep 18, 2012
    Wow, I like yours better.....especially the cost! Seriously, it looks great.
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  • I used Ikea bookcases and some beadboard to create a small "mudroom" by the garage entry door.  Repainting the walls and doors also makes the space seem much more finished.
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  • My workshop lines one wall, and all my lawn and garden equipment can be easily found.
  • The entire garage is much more functional.  There is now enough space to park multiple cars and everything is organized.
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Organizing (and installing a "mudroom" in) the Garage

Our house doesn't have space for a real mudroom, so I installed some built-ins in the garage to act as one. I also completely updated and re-organized the space (including finishing and ...»
painting the walls and doors) and set up a workshop. Finally I organized the storage area and made room for my trash cans and drop down freezer.

Additional before and after photos, as well as information about can be found here: http://www.thekimsixfix.com/2012/08/garage-a...

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TheKimSixFix San Francisco, CA on Aug 28, 2012
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