Kitchen renovation

Discussion in 'The Good Life' started by Sara-s, Mar 1, 2023.

  1. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Great flooring. We installed it in our finished basement in 2019. It still looks new. I doubt it'll ever wear out. Easy to clean too.
     
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  2. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    What cleaning products do you like for it?

    BTW, there is another thing I should mention. My kitchen isn’t that big-about 10’ x 10’. But even allowing for its small size, I was impressed with how quickly the installation went. Counting the time to patch some uneven spots, allow the patching cement to dry AND put down the flooring, the whole job just took about 4.5 hours.
     
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  3. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Keep in mind our that our floor is installed in a living area (no pets or outside shoes worn in the house) vs. a kitchen. We typically use a cordless vac (roller brushes turned off) followed by either a microfiber or a Swiffer dust mop. We spot clean the occasional spill with damp and then dry paper towels. This has worked great for us.
     
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  4. Enrico

    Enrico Popcorn

    I'm not sure what our cleaning staff use, but my in-laws have it in their kitchen and use Simple Green lemon scent mixed to light duty; put in a spray bottle and a flat mop from Home Depot.

    :)
     
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  5. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    I was at my Quilt Guild meeting today. We meet at a Knights of Columbus hall. I noticed today, that they have the same type of flooring in the main corridor. It's a busy place and the flooring is in great condition.
     
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  6. Paul Turner

    Paul Turner outside the quote(s) now

    Guess I'll have to flip off my shoes as I prance in with my Clubman.
     
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  7. richgem

    richgem suffering from chronic clicker hand cramps

    What you do behind closed doors is your business. But for the love of penguins please close the drapes! :susel:
     
  8. BamaT

    BamaT Well-Known Member

    We recently installed the weathered gray in some restrooms and a couple of other heavy traffic areas in our church. So far so good. I like it!
     
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  9. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    @BamaT that’s good to know.

    I just had the appliances reinstalled. (Dishwasher, stove, washer & dryer.) Can’t use the dishwasher yet (Until the new sink & faucet are in) but the others are now usable.
     
  10. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    Still waiting on the cabinets, as one was ordered in the wrong size. So I called today to get an update. I was told that it is expected around 4/20. Even if that wasn't he day before my surgery, we have been living on takeout for over a month now.

    I'm so glad I had some more leather work to do, because I really needed to hit something.
     
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  11. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    We are getting pretty sick of takeout food.

    Our biggest obstacle to cooking is the lack of a sink. There is a bathroom off the kitchen, but the sink is small. So I got a rolling cart & just put it together. Later (when I get the Amazon delivery) I will add 2 washbasins and an extension hose for the bathroom faucet.

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  12. richgem

    richgem suffering from chronic clicker hand cramps

    Clever wabbit...
     
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  13. Daywalker

    Daywalker Active Member

    Sameach Pesach to you and your family Sara!
     
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  14. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    @Daywalker thank you! And I wish you & yours the same.
     
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  15. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    Finally, 4 months after this renovation began, the countertop is being installed tomorrow. Once that is done within 24 hurst I think) I can get the new faucet installed and we have our kitchen back.
     
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  16. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    The countertop & sink (which was provided as a bonus item with the countertop) are in! The plumber will be here in about an hour, to install the faucet and reconnect the dishwasher.
    Here it is:
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    Close up of the surface:
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  17. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

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  18. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    Thanks @swarden43 The plumber has been & gone. Faucet & dishwasher are up & running.

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  19. Lupanoss

    Lupanoss New Member

    It's great to revisit your post about your kitchen renovation from a year ago. Dealing with water damage can be a real headache, but it's commendable that you took the initiative to address the issue promptly. Looking at the before pictures you shared, it's evident that there was some significant damage, especially to the cabinets and flooring.
     
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  20. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    @Lupanoss thanks for the kind words. You are right about what a headache it was. But it's thankfully done.
     
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