1950s Maple Kitchen Cabinets
The cabinets in this cottage kitchen were still in really good shape considering they were built with the house in the 1950s.
Custom built to fit a small space
The stove cabinets were custom built to fit over the range and in a small corner with a handy bookshelf on the end.
Bright White
Refacing the cabinets in bright white paint and spray painting the hardware in enamel black gave them a fresh look without having to replace them entirely.
A Fresh Look
The Formica counter had already been painted white once before, so we decided to re-paint and seal it again and meanwhile change the color entirely to resemble soapstone.
Not Quite There
With the cabinets refreshed, the hardware rejuvenated, and a new look for the counter, we still felt something was missing. The under-cabinet area had been painted in the same sage green as the walls, but it was unsatisfying under lamp light.
A New Idea
The client had seen a magazine spread showcasing a copper backsplash and we set out to recreate it with paint and glazes. This photo shows the grooves in the old paneling being filled.
A Whole New Look
Some work remained to be done with the lower cabinets, but with the new hood in place, the cooking area was transformed.
A Warm Glow
Viewed from the Dining room, the copper glaze picks up the lamplight and brings a warm glow to a much brighter space.
Utterly Transformed
The entire project took about three days and cost about $1,000.