Don't mind the packing mess... however it didn't look that much better when it was all picked up. This kitchen was an addition that was put on our house in (probably) the 60's or 70's. Where the carpet meets the linoleum is where the original house ended. The construction was poor on this kitchen addition... the floor slanted, there was minimal insulation (thus the reason I had to thaw a beef roast in my living room) and the ceiling rafters were not fastened down. Oh yeah and we sorta had a mouse problem.
Here is our game plan...
- Tear out everything to the studs (actually to the dirt floor underneath the kitchen)
- Refasten and level floor boards
- Add a new floor
- Change out windows
- Remove header
- Update waterlines
- Add spray foam insulation!
- New countertops and tile backsplash
- New custom cabinets
- New appliances
- New wood laminate flooring
- Adjust lighting
Here is the other side of our kitchen.
Don't judge. The wallpaper was not our decision. And who, by the way, puts a bathroom in the center of the house?! It's super awesome to have guests over and everyone can hear them pee...
To do list continued...
- Remove the whole bathroom to to create an open floor plan
- Remove plumbing to the bathroom
- Replace the north-facing window with a larger window
- Extend the countertop under the window (ending where the current bathroom wall connects) to create a breakfast bar
- New paint
Here is how the kitchen area currently looks.
It looks better already, doesn't it?
I'm so excited to see your "after" photos! It sounds like an intense project, but I am sure it will be amazing!
ReplyDeleteLooking at what your kitchen looked likebefore and knowing all the problem it has, it’s really a wise move to renovate it. Changing everything like insulation, water lines, and plumbing may be a tough task, but it will surely reward you in the future. How is it, btw? I hope its progressing well so you won’t have to worry about it, and can focus your attention on your pregnancy.
ReplyDeleteMichael Hinsch @ Experts Plumbing