New Dishwasher

I know. It’s been over a year since I have updated the blog. Unfortunately, I can’t say a whole lot has changed in the kitchen! Ha! We did get the finishing pieces on and today, we said goodbye to this hard working lady.

Ms. Hotpoint was good to us for six years but sadly, it was time to let her go. Her dish cleaning ability was still strong but she was falling apart.

Her predecessor, Ms. KitchenAid, is now residing in the Q-Kitchen. I must say, she fits right in.



So next up on this journey that we seem to just let drag on, is the backsplash! Followed by the flooring. Also, if you’ve been wondering about the painted fridge... It hasn’t been holding up in the areas that get grabbed the most. But I think I can touch it up to buy us some more time. The fridge works great so I figure why replace it?

Base Cabinets, Hardware, and Waiting... Lots of Waiting

I haven't posted in a while so I want to apologize to you, my fan base, for leaving you in the dark on our progress.

My parents came over on the 20th and Mike and my dad installed the base cabinets. It seemed that this took a bit longer than the wall cabinets. There was more time needed on the peninsula to make sure it was secured to the floor. 

So over the next two days, I got the doors and drawers installed. I needed those on there for the counter guy to be able to take appropriate measurements. That wasn't too hard but installing the drawers was a pain. The most difficult part was getting in the small spaces and not dropping the screw. But luckily, by the end, I was a pro. I think I'm going to moonlight as an Ikea door and drawer installer.

After that, we kind of took a breather. We did get the cabinetry hardware on which is exciting. I also decided to change up one of the cabinets that was a two-door with shelves. We felt that we needed another drawer so I ordered a drawer and new doors for our base cabinet next to the stove. I think that will really help with storage.

We are also on day 15 with no sink or dishwasher. I didn't even realize it had been so long but that explains my cranky attitude when I go into the kitchen! The exciting thing is that we only have THREE more days to live without a regular countertop, sink, and dishwasher. I got the call on Friday from the granite company to schedule our install. I. CANNOT. WAIT. 

One thing I do need to do is find tile for the backsplash. Maybe I will work on that next week. We also need to install our range hood. I did pick it up a couple of weeks ago at Ikea. Just need to get it put up.

Wall Cabinets are in!

My parents came over on Sunday and my dad and Mike worked so hard on getting the wall cabinets up. They did such a great job. I am so grateful for all the help they have lent on this project. It has made everything so much less stressful.

I took today off so I think I am going to try to mount the doors... by myself... haha. Fingers crossed I can do it!

Here are the pics. I am so excited! I think the addition of the high cabinet was such a good choice!

We are going to swap out the cabinet above the fridge for a wider one so it meets up completely with the others. So that will look a bit different.

New (Looking) Fridge

So I got the stainless steel paint kit on Thursday and dove into the project Friday afternoon.

After the first coat, I was certain I had made a huge mistake. I even warned myself based on reviews I had read but it was hard to look at it this way.

While doing the second coat, I decided it would be a great idea to kick the can of paint over. Ha. I freaked out a bit and tried scooping as much as I could back into the can. So I'm sure there's hair or dirt in the paint now. Haha

After the second coat, I was still worried that this was a bad idea. I was pretty cranky after that coat because all I wanted to do was paint it but I needed to wait until the girls got to bed.

I'm starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel! The third coat was our turning point.

And the fourth coat.

Final product with the top coat. 

Overall, I'm pleased. It's not anywhere near perfect and in person you can tell it's not real but I'm still so glad I did it. I'm probably going to spray paint the handles black. I think that would look nice.

Painting, Painting and More Painting

I have painted four days in a row now. Tonight's adventures will make it five. I am pooped. Luckily, it will feel good when it is over. Plus, we really like the new color. 

After I get the second coat on our big wall, I will be doing even more painting. This time, I'm painting... wait for it... the refrigerator. 

I know. You're probably sitting there thinking I have lost my mind. The problem (first world problem) is, we have a white fridge. We are not fans of white appliances but we are also not fans of getting rid of things when they work perfectly fine. 

To solve my "problem", I found this stainless steel paint.

It actually has good reviews so I figured I'd give it a shot. I can't fathom dropping over a thousand dollars on something we don't need so I'm hoping this is a good solution. I'm planning to do this Friday and/or Saturday so I will post pictures when I'm done!

Sink and Faucet

Sink and faucet: Check! 

For the sink, we decided to go with a single basin in stainless steel. We currently have a double basin and find that we don't really utilize it. Here is what I selected:

It is Vigo brand and supposedly will never rust. It also has a limited lifetime warranty.

Here is our new faucet:

It is a Delta Charmaine. I chose it because it had great reviews and has a magnet in the faucet connection piece. I've seen too many that don't stay after you put them back in to place after pulling out the sprayer. 

I also went to the paint store today and got a couple of gallons mixed so I can start painting the walls. Things are moving along!

Painting a White Ceiling White

There are few things more fulfilling in life than painting a white ceiling white. Trying to figure out where you last left off when you look away to get more paint is such an exciting adventure. It's like trying on wedding dresses when everything starts to look the same.

I only wanted to paint the new areas but I went for the whole room. It had to look uniform, right? I almost threw in the towel about six times but I finished! I was even rewarded with white dots all over my arms, face and hair.

Took me about two and a half hours. I'm pooped! Next painting job: walls!