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Hi all,
I am looking into remodeling my pathetically small kitchen. Nothing major, mostly I want to look into new cabinet fronts and possibly a new sink and faucet. Does anyone have someone that they can recommend?
Thanks a lot!
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lifeliberty
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check with CDS Sherman on this site, he might be able to help you.
Posted 4 years ago # -
Mercurius
First Avenue
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I'm in a similar situation. I'm doing new counters, backsplash and maybe new appliances. I don't want granite or stainless but want to go modern. Any suggestions for Counter top material (recycled or green would be good but on a bit of a budget.) I was thinking about soap stone? In addition, what do people think about a Space Invaders backsplash. Obviously, I would have to redo it if I ever sold the place, but I can rent it out now for more than the mortgage, so I doubt I ever will.
Edit: Oh, I'm hoping to have Sherm do the work!
Posted 4 years ago # -
Coremodels
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Interestingly, there was a segment on this on the today show this morning.
Eco-friendly kitchen counters
Five green solutions for kitchen updates, from recycled glass, aluminum, and paper to end-grain bamboo
http://www.sunset.com/sunset/home/article/0,20633,1576733,00.html
Posted 4 years ago # -
scottlitch
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Call Kitchen Kraft, ask for Jim Deen and tell him you were referred by me.
614-449-7200
Posted 4 years ago # -
CDS sherman
East Franklinton
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well if you guys need some help just halla at me. merc weve discussed counter top options. the ice stone which is made of recycled material is very expensive. 125 a sqft. i know you love to cook, so duability is important. qaurtz is a great product and is stain and scratch resistant. you would destroy soapstone in the 1st 2 days of having it.
PM me if you need advice or ideas fairem.
Posted 4 years ago # -
Coremodels
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I thought this looked cool
END-GRAIN BAMBOO
What it is: Chopping blocks made of slender rectangles of end-grain
bamboo glued into panels (usually 1½ inches thick). Available in natural or brown.
What makes it green: Bamboo is a great substitute for wood because its fast growth makes it more renewable. Low-off-gassing glues don’t harm indoor air quality. Can be cut with standard woodworking tools.
Cost and contact info: Midrange cost compared with natural or manufactured stone products. Smith & Fong, South San Francisco, CA (pictured; $23 per sq. ft.; 866/835-9859); Teragren, Bainbridge Island, WA (from $22 per sq. ft.; 800/929-6333).
Posted 4 years ago # -
CDS sherman
East Franklinton
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this was my last kitchen project a few months ago. the cabs are beckermann.just the cabinets alone i sold were 64,000 dollars.. i would never spend that kind of money on my kitchen but they did have a stainless steel pool put in.. :roll:
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CDS sherman
East Franklinton
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that was half of the space, the kitchen extends behind the photos aswell but i have to run.
Posted 4 years ago # -
Mercurius
First Avenue
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Ndcent wrote Concrete countertops are nice and you can make them yourself, Merc.
Yeah, Sherm said that was a no go for me :(Experiment on some small molds in your workshop to get the product you want (dye color, finish, etc.) Then for a seamless counter top build the molds directly on top of the cabinets.
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Mercurius
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Coremodels wrote I thought this looked cool
Yeah, I like bamboo. Bamboo with some high gloss cupboards would look awesome. Unfortunately, I'm going to keep my beech cupboards, which are about the same color as bamboo. Think I want some contrast. I'll get Manatee over before I choose any colors.END-GRAIN BAMBOO
What it is: Chopping blocks made of slender rectangles of end-grain
bamboo glued into panels (usually 1½ inches thick). Available in natural or brown.
What makes it green: Bamboo is a great substitute for wood because its fast growth makes it more renewable. Low-off-gassing glues don’t harm indoor air quality. Can be cut with standard woodworking tools.
Cost and contact info: Midrange cost compared with natural or manufactured stone products. Smith & Fong, South San Francisco, CA (pictured; $23 per sq. ft.; 866/835-9859); Teragren, Bainbridge Island, WA (from $22 per sq. ft.; 800/929-6333).
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joev
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I think quartz is the way to go, especially if you cook a lot. Granite is trendy, but can be damaged pretty easily. I've seen some glass counters that looked great, though.
Personally, I'm not a modern aesthetic person, so I'd go for a rustic wood that would pick up character over time.
Posted 4 years ago # -
SusanB
Hungarian Village, Columbus' fastest growing Gayborhood!
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I know you don't want granite but granite tile is a cheap alternative to granite slabs and if a tile gets damaged you can replace it (make sure to buy enough of them so you have extras). It is easy enough to diy as well. I suggest no spacers that way it is easier to clean and looks more like a slab.
Posted 4 years ago # -
Mercurius
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chrisawards wrote I know you don't want granite but granite tile is a cheap alternative to granite slabs and if a tile gets damaged you can replace it (make sure to buy enough of them so you have extras). It is easy enough to diy as well. I suggest no spacers that way it is easier to clean and looks more like a slab.
That is what I had in my old house. I like the idea of Quartz. Is there any translucence to it if I would do under lighting?
Posted 4 years ago # -
Motorist
The Trots
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Underlit countertops would be pretty tacky. I would go with making your own concrete countertops. Then you could build some surface lights into it in a non-tacky way. Check out this book to do it yourself:
You can also buy dyes and supplies from the author on his website.
Quartz has a lot of advantages but looks like a cheap granite. Copper would be cool but pricey.
No matter what you do, it's probably going to be dated in 10 years. With the exception of maybe stainless steel or carrera marble.
Posted 4 years ago #
I would love one of these with a chest freezer in my basement.You must log in to post.
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