Updating 50's kitchen with new countertop?
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Alecia
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I will be moving into my new home soon.. I need to fix this kitchen up as simply as possible.. I plan on painting the white and burgundy tiles to make them all white, and painting the walls the same shade of white. I also plan on painting the cabinets, i'm hoping for grey on the bottom and white on top. I posted photos of the kitchen previously and had many wonderful suggestions, but this is my final run before I dig into it. I need to replace the counter and sink, but my budget is only $100-$200 max.. (Current counter is ceramic hexagon style tiles with the rectangle burgundy tile surrounding.. Sink is old, but not in the worst shape..) What do you suggest for counters/sink? DIY counters? Looking for something remotely simple that will make it look somewhat modern. Many suggested embracing the 50's which I am not completely opposed to but i'd like it to be "modern/retro" if anything. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.
THANKS!!!!!!
THANKS!!!!!!
5 answers
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Use porch & floor enamel for durability on both cabinets & counter or use 2 part epoxy on counters on top of any paint, but sand & apply bonding primer to it first! Good luck!
Kathryn Pluto
on Jul 21, 2015
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Hi there! Wowsa, there sure is a lot of tile there! I redid my whole kitchen for under $800 including the counters for under $200. I made them out of wood, there was no fancy skill involved, I swear! Here's my link http://onblissstreet.com/2015/03/kitchen-transformation-for-800-with-tutorials.html Just click on all of the picture links for the tutorials. Good Luck!
OnBlissStreet
on Jul 21, 2015
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I think adding wood counters would fit your retro/modern vibe, and would be fairly inexpensive and durable. Just make sure you read up on the maintemce needs once installed. Reclaimed or recycled wood would cut your costs even more.
Karen
on Jul 21, 2015
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We have had great results with this paint http://www.gianigranite.com/. Good luck.
Liliana Wells
on Jul 21, 2015
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It may be easier to just paint all of the tile, especially if the sink and counter are in good shape. Then just live with it until you can make a bigger change. Here is a link to a Rust-Oleum product. I have not used it myself so..... http://www.rustoleum.com/en/product-catalog/consumer-brands/specialty/tub-and-tile-refreshing-kit
Whomping Willow
on Jul 21, 2015
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