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Refacing Reveal: A Kitchen Makeover Story

March 20, 2016 18 Comments

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This post is sponsored by The Home Depot.

Okay, you guys, it’s TIME! I can finally share with you the swoon-able goodness that is my kitchen makeover and cabinet refacing!  If you are keeping up, I shared what I wasn’t so fond of in the old kitchen here, and even gave y’all some insight to the Home Depot’s filming of the space and making of a video(See the full video HERE!)!  As the holiday weeks rolled by in Atlanta, the delivery boxes came rolling in. While some of them were Christmas presents, most of them were chock full of kitchen goodness, like lamps, ceiling fixtures, some dishes, wares and even a table runner or two.  I made sure not to peek into any of them to keep the suspense and excitement for the end of the project! 

Box delivery for the kitchen!

Before we started the mini-renovation, I made sure to talk with the Home Depot about what I didn’t like about my kitchen.  While we had a great working triangle and I loved my existing floorplan, the style and finishings in the kitchen left a lot to be desired.  For instance, I hated the mismatching two-material countertops, or the hard-to-clean beadboard backsplash.  (I ended up scrubbing paint off every time I cleaned!)  I was craving something fresher, more to my style, and something that would give the kitchen a little more of a personal touch.  

The most beautiful kitchen refacing makeover complete with granite and marble backsplash! This was NOT a gut job!

After moving into the house less than a year ago, Chase and I had made the decision that we desperately wanted new countertops. The mixed media of laminate and wood facing was giving me a headache to look at… I needed some consistency, at least!  The nearly-20 old kitchen was original to the house, and though it functioned just fine, it really needed some TLC and a makeover.  

After meeting with my cabinet refacing expert from the Home Depot, I learned that refacing is not a full renovation – it’s actually much quicker and less costly, because you keep your original cabinet bases, floor plan and anything else that you love about your kitchen.  Veneer is applied to your existing boxes, and custom made drawers and doors are installed with your choice of paint or stain, as well as new hardware and hinges.  I opted for the new smooooooth closing drawer slides that will be really handy as Red rushes to slam a drawer! 

With a faster kitchen makeover (refacing instead of a full renovation), I would be able to get back to cooking and living fully in my kitchen.  That was really important to me with two small kids and a full workload.  Besides, there’s really no “good time” to redo your kitchen.  It’s one of the busiest rooms in the house, and you’re always using it!  With the short time that The Home Depot was working in my kitchen,  near magic was performed… Check out my NEW countertops and marble backsplash tile! Take a gander at the beautifully hung, square and level custom cabinet doors! 

Kitchen Makeover sink AFTER - the before was AWFUL!

The change in the kitchen has really been so dramatic – the “simple” refacing had a huge impact on the look of the kitchen. Now, it’s modern, clean, and well – easy to clean itself!  I especially love the farmhouse vibe it gives off. That’s right up my design alley!

Kitchen Makeover stovetop area

And the butler’s pantry space that I’ve always wanted so badly is ready to perform it’s duties.  With all the refacing going on, I opted to add a beautiful mini fridge under the countertop as well as upgrade the bar sink that now welcomes quick rinses and drink preparations.  And do you notice anything missing?! Yup, it’s the MacGyvered rope lighting and plug hanging from the cabinet. I gave myself a kick in the pants to upgrade to new puck lights while the kitchen was being worked on.  They are properly installed up inside the cabinet, making the space feel finished and well lit. (By the way, the blue paint color is Secret Society by Behr Marquee, available at Home Depot! The beautiful lighting in the photographs make it look a little lighter, more like Award Night by Behr Marquee, but it does compliment the tile so nicely!)

Kitchen Makeover Butler's Pantry

Our kitchen desk space that often serves as a dinner buffet is finished out to match the rest of the kitchen, with the marble backsplash and granite countertops.  I can easily plug through a couple of blog posts at this beautiful new spot! (Not to mention this will be Red’s homework desk for a few years!)

kitchen-makeover-desk-after

Another shot of the Kitchen Makeover desk area

And admittedly, while this kitchen table was a hand me down from my Mom, I LOVE the way I’ve been inspired in the new space.  These beautiful fixin’s from the Home Depot have the perfect craftsman appeal that I vow to keep with the rest of my decor.  It’s all so grown up, complete and just dang gorgeous! 

Pretty styling details for a Kitchen Makeover

I’m pleased as punch with the end result, from the new aesthetic achieved by refacing the kitchen to the extremely polite and handy work of the installation team.  I honestly wanted them to stay long after the project was done; they were all that nice!  

Need a side-by-side recap to take in the entire kitchen makeover? Take a look at each portion of my kitchen in this little before and after matchup.  What do you think is the most dramatic change?  

The most beautiful kitchen refacing makeover complete with granite and marble backsplash! This was NOT a gut job!WOW - a refacing in a desk area. Not just for the kitchen!

Before and After BUtler Pantry Makeover

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  1. Julie @RunWalkRepeat.com says

    March 20, 2016 at 10:28 am

    Looks great! When we had our kitchen redone, I found I wanted to cook more after since we upgraded some of the appliances I I just liked it better than our old one!

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  2. Meghan Cooper says

    March 20, 2016 at 10:45 am

    I’m so in love. Just that backsplash alone I want to redo the kitchen.

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  3. Leigh Anne Borders says

    March 21, 2016 at 8:10 am

    Beautiful! I know you are loving it!

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  4. North East Factory Direct says

    April 12, 2017 at 8:14 pm

    That’s a very lovely kitchen you have there. The floor, the furniture, and the wall matched perfectly.

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    • Redhead Baby Mama says

      April 13, 2017 at 7:24 am

      Thank you so much! It was a huge improvement on the earlier kitchen.

      Reply
  5. Furniture Store Parker says

    April 12, 2017 at 8:16 pm

    Gorgeous! It is so modern and clean looking. I’m really impressed.

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  6. Poulin Design Center says

    May 25, 2017 at 1:28 am

    Nice blog! and nice kitchen makeover , this type of kitchen make homes attractive. thanks for sharing.

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    • Redhead Baby Mama says

      May 27, 2017 at 11:00 pm

      Thank you! Home Depot sponsored the makeover and took lots of photos!

      Reply
  7. Lauren @ Mom Home Guide says

    July 17, 2017 at 2:37 am

    I love your kitchen makeover! I am in the midst of painting my oak cabinets white and will be adding similar hardware to yours. I love your backsplash and counters from Home Depot. Which counters and backsplash are they? Congrats on your wonderful kitchen! It looks great!!

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    • Redhead Baby Mama says

      July 17, 2017 at 10:50 am

      Thank you so very much for your kind words, Lauren! The backsplash tile is a marble tile that has a beveled edge all the way around, and I actually found the link (I’ll add it to the post)! The countertops are real granite, but I can’t find a link to the exact color… I’ll keep looking!

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    • Redhead Baby Mama says

      July 17, 2017 at 10:54 am

      Here is the tile link: http://www.homedepot.com/p/MS-International-Greecian-White-12-in-x-12-in-Polished-Beveled-Marble-Mesh-Mounted-Mosaic-Floor-and-Wall-Tile-GRE-2X4PB/203447807

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  8. Tiffany Liang says

    December 29, 2017 at 6:33 am

    Thank you for wonderful idea

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  9. Aldrin says

    March 1, 2018 at 12:45 am

    This is just great! I do love your kitchen. The makeover is perfect and splendid. Thanks for posting this one. Keep blogging.

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    • Redhead Baby Mama says

      March 1, 2018 at 7:52 am

      Thanks for the kind words! I spend so much time in the kitchen, it was a very worthwhile project.

      Reply
  10. TG says

    May 11, 2018 at 12:09 pm

    Love it! We have the same wood and laminate mixed media in our kitchen and are planning our update. What is the granite color? I can’t seem to find a mention or link! Thanks for the inspiration!!!!

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    • Redhead Baby Mama says

      May 11, 2018 at 1:41 pm

      Thank you so much for reading and along and for your kind words! If I remember correctly, the granite color was “Granada.” You can almost see the sample name in the video… but it’s a little blurry. I hope you can find a matching sample! 🙂

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  11. Rian says

    September 10, 2019 at 3:17 pm

    It looks so amazing! I love it! Here’s an article I think you might like: How to Style a Shelf

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  12. Helen Wagner says

    February 10, 2020 at 9:51 am

    Absolutely beautiful kitchen makeover! Love the resurfaced cabinets and backsplash!

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