Pam Kueber's Profile
| Display Name: | Pam Kueber |
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| Personal URL: | http://retrorenovation.com/ |
| Member Since: | 12/3/08 |
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Lovely sofa -- I adore the upholstery, so much character -- and it would be so expensive to reupholster.. It's my experience that men don't like pillows at all. So: Nix 'em altogether. Focus on darker curtains, a rug underneath, and coffee table and lamps that pick up the lovely wood legs of the sofa. For the walls -- darker paint -- something to pick up the greens in the sofa -- also would add masculinity. Dare I say it: Avocado -- yes! With this sofa, you are admitting you dig the retro -- so go for it. Ways To Make Granny Couch Look More Masculine? Good Questions |
1/2/13 5:37 PM |
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Here's another idea, for the record. These folks had the same style of cabinets -- the 80s melamine with the brown oak (?) handles. They painted the handles red and voila, the cabinets fit right into their country kitchen theme. See story here: http://retrorenovation.com/2012/05/28/greg-and-tammys-red-kitchen-remodel-full-of-retro-charm/ Before & After: Rental Kitchen Gets an Adorable Update |
9/23/12 10:26 PM |
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@acdc, nope, i'm not that pam i'm this pam. saw your link to my blog and came to check this out. love your place! Aaron & Wendy's Mid Century in Mayfair House Tour |
9/19/12 5:02 PM |
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Nope. The research I've read indicates that, when the additional installation costs are added in, these won't save enough $$ over their lifespan to pay for themselves compared with traditional tanks. And since money is a darn good proxy for carbon emissions, I think that means these things will generate more carbon than traditional. The Pros and Cons of Switching to a Tankless Water Heater |
9/5/12 4:28 PM |
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When Betty Crafter and Eartha Kitsch went to *update* their original knotty pine kitchens, they kept the cabinets, replaced other worn surfaces and added light and color -- their kitchens are happy delights. Even if the KP has seen its day in this owner's kitchen, maybe the new owners can pick up some color and material ideas from these projects -- especially if they want to stay connected to the home's original retro vibe.You can see both projects on http://knottyisnice.com/ How Would You Modernize Betty Draper's 60s Kitchen? Budget Makeover Challenge Reader Intelligence Request |
8/17/12 10:17 PM |
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Keep it the way it is! Even the wall-to-wall carpet is fine: That color is ASCENDENT. The minute you take it out, it's going to be back in fashion. See my other little website, Knotty Is Nice, all about Knotty Pine and wood paneling and why is it WONDERFUL the way it is! http://knottyisnice.com/ Help My Mom Decide: The Great Wood Paneling Debate |
8/15/12 10:14 AM |
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This kitchen is just awesome!!!! Good luck, Lauryn! Lauryn's Bright & Cheerful Retro Kitchen Small Cool Kitchens 2012 |
7/17/12 1:41 PM |
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I've never seen a "color blocked" vintage pink bathroom before. Very interesting! Before & After: A Bathroom Goes From Pinky Peach to Sleek and Chic |
6/27/12 2:20 PM |
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The #9 link -- the Fornasetti -- is not sending me to the correct place and I cannot find the paper. Can you correct it/help? Cool & (Still) Fresh Historic Wallpapers |
6/19/12 2:28 PM |
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World of Tile Springfield NJ carries 95 colors of vintage pink replacement tile: http://retrorenovation.com/2011/08/19/95-colors-of-vintage-pink-tile-limited-quantities-for-replacements-and-repairs/ Flooring for Pink and Green Bathroom? Good Questions |
5/9/12 12:12 PM |
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Save The Pink Bathrooms! http://savethepinkbathrooms.com/ Before & After: Dana's Updated Bathroom House*Tweaking |
5/5/12 4:04 PM |
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FYI, the original walls were panelled in what's called Pecky Cypress -- I've written several stories about this midcentury paneling -- Before & After: An Artist's Home Studio |
4/3/12 12:06 PM |
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Knotty pine and good wood paneling: LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE Wood Paneling: The 60s Favorite Is Back |
3/22/12 5:29 PM |
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I found 26 places for true-vintage, and my readers added even more: http://retrorenovation.com/2011/11/04/13-places-to-buy-restored-vintage-stoves/ Sources for Vintage & Retro Appliances |
3/13/12 10:08 PM |
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Timeless. Absolutely. Bean Bag Chairs: Timeless or Passé? |
3/9/12 5:41 PM |
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I used Sherwin-Williams' "Regular Gray" in my mom's bathroom. I quite liked it. Has a pink undertone, very pleasing. http://retrorenovation.com/2011/04/17/moms-black-and-white-vintage-bathroom-sparkling-with-vintage-jewelry-done/ Suggestions for a Good Warm Gray Paint? Good Questions |
3/5/12 6:02 PM |
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You missed the best one -- the new Samba from Rejuvenation. Go big or go home: http://retrorenovation.com/2012/02/10/breaking-news-new-midcentury-modern-samba-exterior-door-hardware-from-rejuvenation/ Adding Design Details: Door Escutcheons |
2/28/12 2:04 PM |
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LOVE IT. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! Hot or Not? Wallpaper Kitchen Cabinets |
1/29/12 7:59 PM |
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It looks FANTASTIC! Perfect for this day and age -- clean and easy to read. Congrats! Welcome to Apartment Therapy 3.0! |
1/9/12 2:16 PM |
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It's like your hair. If you have curly, you want straight. If you have straight, you want curly. Before & After: $60 Galley Kitchen Transformation Circa Dee |
1/9/12 2:10 PM |
