Now I know why I procrastinated about painting the kitchen.
It's a big deal.
Day one was just taping off and tenting.
The painting contractors formed a barrier between the kitchen and family room.
Everything that was in the cabinets, is now on every table and flat surface in the house!
The moment of truth when the first coat of color went on.
Too late now, we're going green!
As you can see, all the doors and drawers were first removed.
They're at the painter's shop, while the frames, obviously
need to be sprayed onsite.
The island will remain black, but it gets a newer, distressed look.
After the cabinets were sprayed green, they were distressed, then a brown glaze applied.
The final coat was a clear, protective coat.
BEFORE
AFTER!
Next week, the doors and drawers go back and it's a wrap.
Stay tuned for the final reveal!
It is going to be amazing!! Love what I see so far. I bet you are beside yourself with excitement. I remember when mine were being painted, it is an ordeal, but so worth it!!! Can't wait to see the final reveal. You are going to be one very busy lady, xo Kathysue
ReplyDeleteExcitement!!!
ReplyDeleteI really hope you do another post using pictures from this one for Tablescape Thursday. That is quite the table you have set there. Lol.
Delores~~~ F*Y*I ~~~Just went to order the Tuscan magazine w/ your house in it, & AMAZON doesn't have any... SOOO, came back here and COULD & DID order it thru the MEREDITH CORP that you provided...nice to have NO TAXES & FREE SHIPPING, too!
ReplyDeleteTHANKS, Sweetie!
Linda in AZ *
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First of all, after seeing Linda's post can you tell mE how to get the magazine? Would love to get a copy. I LOOOVE the grren cabinets! It is all going to look gorgeous. MY house looks alot like yours right now, but because of packing:) WE just got a POD today and tomorrow our SIL will be available to help get it started to be packed. XO, Pinky
ReplyDeleteThis is very exciting! I cannot wait to see the finished product, know its going to be amazing!
ReplyDeleteIt looks so exciting!! Had a lovely visit here for the last hour!!
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Tassels Twigs and Tastebuds
Oh yes, it's always a mess, but after, it's such a joy to see how beautiful it all turnes out! I enjoy watching your gorgeous color stems. Can't wait to see the end results!
ReplyDeleteHave fun.
FABBY
Oooohhh! Thanks for posting the process so I can see what's ahead for me and my kitchen. Definitely doesn't look like fun! But, the cabinets are looking good! Can't wait to see the final reveal!
ReplyDeleteDelores,
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking I like the green...at least what I can see of it! When I painted our dark mahogany cabinets years ago, I too, had dinnerware and glassware all over the house. Before I put things back, I edited and then washed and dried everything. The fresh look was, totally , breathtaking!!! This is going to be a stunning kitchen reveal!
Fondly,
Pat
Oh, how I remember going through the same mess when we had our cabinets painted. Just like you every surface was filled with kitchen stuff. These are going to be fabulous.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait. I already love it and I've only seen a hint of things to come.I love the work in progress photos.
ReplyDeleteDelores I LOVE green and know your kitchen is going to look fabulous!! Can't wait for the reveal!
ReplyDeleteThese cabinets look great, can't wait to see when it is all finished. I have to mention that I love the green and the purple glasses on your dining table...I have been looking for some that are shaped like that. Lucky you.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving it so far, green is my favorite color! Can't wait to see it all finished!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait!! It looks AMAZING!!!
ReplyDeleteDelores, it will look gorgeous. Can't wait to see the finished result. You must be beside yourself with excitement.
ReplyDeletePaul
Dear Delores, My kitchen cabinets are celadon green, very similar to your lighter colored pictures. I have loved them from the first. Looking forward to seeing the completed kitchen. Gina
ReplyDeleteI told my daughter the other day, I want to empty all my cabinets and do a huge clean out redo! Love the color!
ReplyDeleteOh I can't wait for the reveal. Just think, in a few days all of this waiting and worrying will be over and you will get to PLAY. Yea, its some work too putting everything back in its place, but the styling is so fun in a new space. I can't wait!!! I want info on ordering the magazine too please. :)
ReplyDeleteDelores, I'm looking forward to the reveal..love that shade of green and the black island. I know you'll be glad when it all finished.
ReplyDeleteBabs
Hi Delores, Your kitchen color looks so pretty--can't wait to see the final reveal. I have been thinking of having my cabinets painted too, instead of replacing. Do you know what kind of finish was on yours originally? My cabinets are stained cherry Rutt (from the 80s complete with brass knobs--you know the look) and we had planned to redo the kitchen but too many other things have come up, so I'm thinking paint. Will it work over that stained finish? Thanks! Linda
ReplyDeleteWOW - I can already tell your kitchen is going to look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteTHIS IS SO EXCITING!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the finished kitchen! Love the green!
ReplyDeleteHi Delores, it's going to be gorgeous, Sooo excited for you...can't wait for the final reveal...all your research, planning and worry will really pay off!! sharon
ReplyDeleteYour house looks like an estate sale, can I buy your glasses? I've seen that shade of green done, and it looks fantastic. Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteBest,
Liz
What is that saying?..."Out of the ashes, rises the phoenix"...so after all the dust has settled, your kitchen will be magnificent!
ReplyDeleteOmg what a mess I feeeeeeel your pain but it will be so worth it. Can't wait to see
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