I'm generally not a pillow fan, unless the pillows are serving a purpose. On futons (where the arms aren't padded) pillows are great. Having one pillow on the couch (so it can be used to sleep oc...
sunspot42 - thanks for the input. i'm *am* worried about my colors looking "dated" (can I really say that considering that I have orange countertops that already look very 70s?)?
idontdobeige - the negativity about the railing actually surprised me too! i have agreed with almost everything else that people have said. and it was so nice to have confirmation on my negative ...
Also, we are hoping to knock out the cabinets over the counter dividing the family room and the kitchen, but it might take a while. We want to convert the laundry room - which is the door next to ...
citipearl - sadly, I don't think the fireplace is a veneer (although I will have to look closer. we officially move on July 3rd, and I can't examine until then).
Wow! Thanks for all the quick advice! That was a lot of comments in a very short time... Thanks everyone :)
Some more specific questions:
1. I'm not planning to replace the co...
In theory, I like the idea of highlighting one original detail. In this case though, I feel like making the rest of the room white detracts from the tile floor (aka "original detail"). It makes i...
I lived in a 300 sq ft apartment (2 floors, 150 sq ft each). I called the bottom floor my "bitchen" (combination bathroom kitchen). When you walked in the door, the stove and refridgerator were o...
most of the "trendy", and "modern" things we are seeing now probably won't stand the test of time. My guess is that in ten years, glass tile, black granite countertops, pebble floors, fake texture...
I like yard sales, but I'm one of those quiet people who hates confrontation. The thought of haggling over a price would make me avoid purchasing. Also, sales can get crazy (especially if multipl...
I think I might change the backsplash (and counters), but would probably leave the cabinets and the walls in the other rooms as pine. I think it is charming, and I'm always sad when people homes t...
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Thanks for all the input. I'll definately post pictures of the mini-renovation :)
I'm generally not a pillow fan, unless the pillows are serving a purpose. On futons (where the arms aren't padded) pillows are great. Having one pillow on the couch (so it can be used to sleep oc...
I a sucker for orange (my orange counter was on AT SF a few days ago) and I'm a sucker for big dogs. I think I love you...
ValHalla - the orange "backsplash" wall is actually formica. I was thinking of trying to change it, but wasn't sure if i could paint or tile over it?
Annegret - its funny you should mention that. My husband and I have been talking about seating like that. We both really like the style...
sunspot42 - i also love those lamps! thanks for the link.
sunspot42 - thanks for the input. i'm *am* worried about my colors looking "dated" (can I really say that considering that I have orange countertops that already look very 70s?)?
idontdobeige - the negativity about the railing actually surprised me too! i have agreed with almost everything else that people have said. and it was so nice to have confirmation on my negative ...
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Also, we are hoping to knock out the cabinets over the counter dividing the family room and the kitchen, but it might take a while. We want to convert the laundry room - which is the door next to ...
p.s. to everyone who mentioned the microwave cord, I think we are going to eliminate the microwave altogether.
maude - thanks for all the links! I really like the cabinet knobs you recommended.
citipearl - sadly, I don't think the fireplace is a veneer (although I will have to look closer. we officially move on July 3rd, and I can't examine until then).
matsayswhat - I actually love yellow kitchens. My sister did hers in yellow, but I thought with the orange it might be too much?
Wow! Thanks for all the quick advice! That was a lot of comments in a very short time... Thanks everyone :) Some more specific questions: 1. I'm not planning to replace the co...
In theory, I like the idea of highlighting one original detail. In this case though, I feel like making the rest of the room white detracts from the tile floor (aka "original detail"). It makes i...
I lived in a 300 sq ft apartment (2 floors, 150 sq ft each). I called the bottom floor my "bitchen" (combination bathroom kitchen). When you walked in the door, the stove and refridgerator were o...
most of the "trendy", and "modern" things we are seeing now probably won't stand the test of time. My guess is that in ten years, glass tile, black granite countertops, pebble floors, fake texture...
I like yard sales, but I'm one of those quiet people who hates confrontation. The thought of haggling over a price would make me avoid purchasing. Also, sales can get crazy (especially if multipl...
I think I might change the backsplash (and counters), but would probably leave the cabinets and the walls in the other rooms as pine. I think it is charming, and I'm always sad when people homes t...