I must say it was nice to see the changes in my parents' house.
The kitchen only needs new flooring and window coverings. It's got Corian (in Sandstone) counters and a sink. This way they've got a seamless edge. They opted for one large sink instead of two smaller ones. They did get a new dishwasher so they're using that instead of handwashing the dishes (pots are still being handwashed). The refaced cabinets are nice. I would have chosen a different doorstyle and color, but it definitely looks updated. They painted the flourescent lighting box to match the ceiling color, so it blends more instead of being a huge eyesore. They did change the lights over the sink and the nook area to something similar to this.
They still need to get the popcorn (acoustic) ceiling scraped off, primed, and painted. I do believe they'll stick to a flat white finish up there. They are going to get the walls painted at the same time. The flooring in all the downstairs is going to be done by a different vendor. Tile in the kitchen and powder room. A wood laminate in the family room, living room, entry, and dining room. They did change out the lighting fixtures in the dining, entry, and stairway to something similr to the photo below. It's more of an antique bronze finish on it.
They chose white for the refacing in the bathrooms and hallway. They installed simple brushed nickel hardware. They updated the hollywood lighting fixture in the powder room. The toilets are simple and use less water. LilSis bathroom and the powder room have new mirrors. Out went the huge panes of glass that we all get in a new home and in went framed rectangle pieces. Shorty said that he'd want a bathroom just like it.
I was so busy running around all weekend that I didn't take photos of all the updates. Dang it! But maybe next time (or if LilSis can find the time in her busy schedule).
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