Monday, May 2, 2011

He said YES!

"He" being my husband.... and "YES" to painting our oak cabinets white!

I had already taken down the curtains and a few decorative items before I remembered to take the before photos....but yes, sad to say, it really is that ugly


So anyway, I'm thinking that once the cabinets are painted we're going to need new counter tops

And new counter stools for sure!

I like the retro look of my existing hardware so those may be a keeper

Though I'm definitely thinking stainless steel appliances...

It's a ton of work but I'm on a mission!

28 comments:

  1. UnknownMay 2, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    it's going to look just gorgeous! I painted my oak cabinets a creamy white several years ago and have NEVER regretted it. it just transformed the kitchen instantly! So glad Mr. Passionate said "yes." can't wait to see the finished look. now get painting!:)

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  2. SeawashedMay 2, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    We will be doing the same thing this year. We bought our home new 4 yrs. ago with the plan to paint the oak cabinets white. We are going to paint them not only in our kitchen but entire house...bath, laundry, hallway! Lots of work. I will look forward to seeing what you do and how they turn out!

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  3. SandiMay 2, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    You go girl! Although I will say that your kitchen is beautiful now!
    Would love to paint mine , but for the moment I am too lazy. Ha!
    Blessings~

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 2, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Good for you, Diane! I have oak cabinets, too, so I'm looking forward to seeing yours transformed.

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  5. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageMay 2, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    How exciting! It's going to look so wonderful! I look forward to watching the transformation!

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  6. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMay 2, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    How exciting!!
    I think kitchen makeovers are the best and I know yours will be fabulous!
    He is a keeper!!

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  7. DestinyMay 2, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    yay! My husband finally agreed to let me do the same and he ended up LOVING the result! You will be amazed at how quickly it will change the entire look of your kitchen! I love mine and will be posting after photos soon!!

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  8. AnaMay 2, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Yay, kitchen makeover! I love kitchen makeovers! How very exciting Diane. I know that it's going to look absolutely fantabulous when it's all done. Can't wait to see it.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ♥Ana

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  9. ArabellaMay 2, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Yippy!! So exciting - we just painted ours white and you will LOVE the difference it makes. Look forward to seeing the finished project.

    So glad I found you today through Masterpiece Monday...am your newest follower.

    Hugs,
    Marie
    SallyLeeByTheSea.com

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  10. CindyMay 2, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    YAY!!! It's gonna look sooooo good!

    Cindy

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  11. Katherines CornerMay 2, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Have fun with your change up. I enjoyed my visit to your lovely blog. Hugs!

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  12. VictoriaMay 2, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    That was nice of your hubby to say yes! I had to show this to my husband, I knew he'd get a chuckle out of it. I bet it's going to look fabulous!!!

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  13. michelleMay 3, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    YEAH!! I am so excited for you! It does seem that once you start doing something with one thing that other things follow as well. :) I can't wait to see how everything turns out, I know that you will make it beautiful!!

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  14. CarolynMay 3, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    I will look great when it is done.Did You check out Amy's kitchen re do last week at Maison Decor-it is very inspirational.

    Thank you for your kind words on my blog.

    Carolyn

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  15. d e l i g h tMay 3, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    That's great! Your kitchen looks similar to mine and we just decided a few days ago to paint it white and get new counter tops. I'm excited to watch your project progress. I'm a new follower. Stop by my blog and enter my first giveaway.
    Linda

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  16. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasMay 4, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    You are going to love it Diane!! I promise! I told you I painted mine and I still love them!! Haven't regretted it once!

    Can't wait to see it!

    Lou Cinda

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  17. Amy ChalmersMay 4, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    You are gonna LOVE it white! Can't wait to see it!

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  18. Susan EvelynAndRoseMay 4, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Glad to hear your man's in agreement! Sometimes it's tough to convince our better halves that the result of our vision will be worth all the effort. I can't wait to see the 'after' look - I'm sure it will be fabulous as all your other projects. :)
    - susan

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  19. Sherry HicksMay 4, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    I cannot wait to see your kitchen, I currently have.......dark cabinets and the same color of green that you have....my hubby loves the wood whats a girl to do? congrats on the YES and good luck and cannot wait to see the reveal!!
    Sherry

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  20. hilary@oldhousetrueloveMay 5, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    yippeee! can't wait to see! : ) : )

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  21. Sissie's Shabby CottageMay 5, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    The cabinets are going to look very pretty painted white. I can just see those wheels turning in your head as to how you are going to get him to agree to all the others.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  22. CaroleMay 5, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    I know it will look great. So many men are so anti white paint. Good job convincing him.

    x
    Carole

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  23. Bring Pretty BackMay 7, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I am married to an oak man... so I understand your excitement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We are building a new little home and oh boy... the oak vs white kitchen cabinets discussion (s)
    we hav had... but ~ They will be white! ( :
    I can not wait to see your kitchen complete!!!
    Have a pretty day!
    Kristin

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  24. Miss Gracie's HouseMay 7, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    YAY...what a fun project...it will change everything!
    Rene

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  25. micheleMay 9, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    woo hoo! so happy for your news--thanks for stopping by!

    michele

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  26. AnonymousMay 10, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Since I LOVE white kitchens, may I join you in a little happy dance of joy? :)

    It will be gorgeous!!!

    Cheers,
    Zuzu

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  27. Decorating my worldMay 19, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    It is going to look SOOO nice when your done...I have mine 80% convinced to paint our too!!...haha...its all about the favors I find ;) Love this blog Ill be back!

    and you are welcome to visit me any time as well :)
    Im just new to this but will have lotsa treasures B4 ya know it to.

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  28. saltbox
    treasures    June 3, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    I can relate! We also have oak kitchen cabinets, so you won't see any pics of my kitchen on my blog. We have the stainless appliances, but I don't think I want to tackle the big changeover to white. Can't wait to see your redo! It will look great.
    ~ Julie

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