When Justin and I first started our adventures as DIY homeowners, it didn’t seem like there were that many options for countertops especially great options that we could afford. So, of course, we started looking at DIY kitchen countertop options. Okay, it wasn’t THIS long ago, but you get the picture, right? (via) don’t you […]
DIY Butcher Block & Wood Countertop Reviews
[tps_header] So far in this little durability review series, we’ve talked about updating cabinets by painting them and going industrial with concrete countertops — now we’re going a little more rustic with about butcher block and wood countertop reviews! Wood countertops add warmth, texture, and charm to a kitchen or bath in a way that not […]
Build A Wall-to-Wall Built-In Desk and Bookcase
If you’ve been following Remodelaholic long, you know that we love built-ins! We’ve built in all sorts of storage to our homes: Family Room Wall of Built-In Cabinets and Shelving Built-in Bookshelf (and Tutorial) Built-In Corner Bookshelf (and Tutorial) Built-In Closet Wardrobe Using Existing Furniture We love the classic style and necessary storage that a […]
Small White Kitchen Makeover with Built-In Fridge Enclosure
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and it’s definitely a major factor in purchasing a home, even for us demolition-minded DIYers. Sometimes kitchens just need small changes, and sometimes they need BIG, like Texas-style big, changes. Knocking out walls, moving cabinets — big changes definitely make a difference! But when you’re limited by […]
Get This Look: Warm Wood Tones In A White Kitchen
When we talk about white kitchens, we generally hear three types of comments: I love it! How do you keep it clean? It’s just too white. I like warmth and color! For those worried about keeping a white kitchen clean — I’ve had two white kitchens and it’s really no more work to keep clean […]
Budget-Friendly Board and Batten Kitchen Island Makeover
There are thousands of beautiful kitchens in the world. Many of them have beautiful kitchen islands. But finding the style of kitchen island that is right for you… and that fits your budget… that can be like finding a needle in a haystack. Our guest today is sharing how she took her basic breakfast bar […]
Repurposed Dresser to Kitchen Buffet with Butcher Block Top
I love the repurposing trend. Something about taking an old shabby thing and giving it new life — and style! — just makes my heart go pitter patter. It must be all those before and after photos! Our guest today repurposed a drab old dresser into a beautiful kitchen island/buffet with a butcher block top: […]
House Envy Kitchen Remodel Reveal!
House Envy Kitchen Remodel Reveal Submitted by House Envy* Living Green The Kitchen Remodel Reveal Here is what we had to work with during this kitchen project. The cabinets needed to be white but even the most magical white paint was not going to cover up the Dixie May western finish on these babies. […]
