However, I am more careful than I was with
our old granite counters and I use hot pads and trivets for hot pots and pans like I did in our old house with laminate counters.
Not exact matches
Our unit was
older, but recently renovated — with new appliances, cabinets, and
granite counters in the kitchenette and new tile, vanities, and toilets in the bathroom.
Here's a breakdown of what we did» * painted cabinets * got new knobs and pulls * changed out some drawers and made modifications to a few cabinets * added crown molding to the top of the cabinets * added lighting underneath the cabinets * replaced the
counter tops with
granite * tiled the backsplash * got all new appliances * purchased all new lighting fixtures * rebuilt the pantry * added a wall of cabinets including a desk area * leveled the bar countertop to make it one large surface * painted the interior of our home * replaced the
old tile on our fireplace with stacked stone * replaced our white sink with a new stainless steel one
«Top - of - the - Line» finishes (Stainless,
Granite Counters, 100 yr
old Heart of Pine and Marble floors), soft beach colors, NEW Kitchens, NEW Baths, NEW Furniture.
Designer paint in every room, redesigned / updated kitchen cabinetry with
granite counter tops, ceramic tile backsplash, beautiful bamboo flooring on the first floor, all windows 2 years
old just to name few upgrades of this well appointed, well maintained townhome in desirable Society Hill.
The kitchen is 2 yrs
old and features new cabinets,
granite counter tops, a center island, and stainless appliances.
The
Old World Kit boasts leather finished
granite counters, Dacor appliances; 8 burner gas range, pot filler, dual dishwasher...
The
Old World Kit boasts leather finished
granite counters, Dacor appliances; 8 burner gas range, pot filler, dual dishwasher drawers, beverage chiller, MW & built - in refrig / freezer, lg island &
counter seating.
I knew that my
old faux
granite laminate
counter tops had to go, but I wasn't in a position to pay the $ 10,000 - $ 15,000 I was quoted for
granite.
Instead of replacing an ugly kitchen countertop (which has its own set of drawbacks if you are retaining the base, especially if the
old countertop is glued on), you can hire specialists who will add a quarter - inch veneer of genuine
granite right on top of the
old counter, for the look and almost the same durability as solid
granite.
I don't actually call my style this to others but in repsonse to this Q I'm thinking «Ballard Barn»:)... neutral different yet complementary gray toned walls throughout our open concept home downstairs... darker wood floors... leather sofas... newly remodeled white kitchen... white cabinets on perimeter with gray Quartz
counters... large
Old world mahogany island with creamy
granite that looks like marble with more colors with chrome pulls on both... lots of textures throughout (grain sack pillows, chunky handmade by my mom throws)... artwork from my talented teenage daughter (straight knock off of Ballard styles of 3 horses.
When you remove your
old counter tops, you should be able to see where the
counter top is attached to the base cabinets, unless they are
granite.
Putting
granite counter tops on
old, outdated countertops is really not fooling anyone.