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I like black too which is why I didn't really fight my wife on it in the first place. Really, black, white and stainless are here to stay. One may not be the it choice at any given time, but they're not going completely out of style like harvest gold or avocado.
I don't think it looks too bad with the mix right now anyway due to the black glass on the range and microwave so no reason to change everything just yet, but I'm sure some people would think it's ugly, especially someone from HGTV.
I think the mix is fine since the stove has the black glass. Sometimes it's better to not be too matchy, matchy.
I've cleaned many types of appliances. Stainless and black require too much upkeep. That's why I'm going with white. It's the easiest.
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I like black too which is why I didn't really fight my wife on it in the first place. Really, black, white and stainless are here to stay. One may not be the it choice at any given time, but they're not going completely out of style like harvest gold or avocado.
I don't think it looks too bad with the mix right now anyway due to the black glass on the range and microwave so no reason to change everything just yet, but I'm sure some people would think it's ugly, especially someone from HGTV.
Thought I'd post these links. If someone asked me 20 years ago that aqua would make a comeback
I'd say no way but fashion and interior design has a funny way of making a comeback from previous decades.
I have a moveable island from IKEA with a butcher block top that I've had in three different houses for more than 15 years and it's still in excellent condition. Might be my most practical purchase ever.
Thought I'd post these links. If someone asked me 20 years ago that aqua would make a comeback
I'd say no way but fashion and interior design has a funny way of making a comeback from previous decades.
Those first two pictures are of a wrap product. If it were not too terrible to remove, that might be a decent solution as it can be changed in a few years or if the house is sold. Get something like white or stainless as a base metal and you would be covered.
If you look, there are definitely a ton of colors available now on some appliances, but its still a fringe thing and very much a particular taste. Look at the colors Viking offers on one of theirs now. And, the way they do it, with just the door and the skirt actually colored, I wonder if it might not be able to be changed down the road. 30"W. Sealed Burner Dual Fuel Range (VDSC) in 12 Exclusive Finishes - Viking Range, LLC
We have ikea butcher block countertops in our kitchen. I like the look of them. They do require a little extra precaution and extra care. If you are a really neat, clean and tidy person, they will be easy to maintain. If you are a bit messy like me, they will be ok to maintain. If you are very messy and don't like to do maintenance, you will hate them. If you like things, "perfect" you will also hate them because they don't stay perfect.
We oiled ours with a mix of beeswax and mineral oil. It worked well but you definitely need to oil them regularly to keep them up. It's not a once a year thing, at least not with the ikea butcher block. Steam can damage them, as can water and just heat in general. If you put one over a dishwasher, be sure to add something below to protect it. Also, be careful about boiling water. We had a pot that boiled over and damaged the counter next to the stovetop. You cannot tell by looking at it, but the wood is rougher there. They can stain but you can always sand down the stain and re oil. Not a big deal. I have been thinking about using Waterlox to get added protection but I don't have experience with it yet.
I love how they look and they are a very inexpensive options. I think that they would be best away from sink and stove. At some point I will probably replace the areas around the sink and stove with something more durable and keep butcher block everywhere else but for now, I like them and have no regrets about going with them.
Wow-- I hadn't really thought about butcher block, but it may work for me. I have a built in Hoosier style hutch in my kitchen with a wood counter that I am going to keep when I renovate-- its just so cool. Maybe butcher block would work. Some of these are beautiful.
But what about resale? Do you think that people might find butcher block odd? Everything I see is granite granite granite.
I saw your other thread and I think butcher block would look great in your kitchen. It really goes with your cabinets and your built in hutch.
I think that a lot of people find it to be an attractive option so I would not be too concerned about having butcher block counters in a house that is for sale. Even with granite you could go wrong as different people have different tastes.
I'm going to hire a carpenter cut a beveled edge for the sink. The woman who posted this picture said it was the best $170 she ever spent. Isn't it gorgeous?
I am sorry! That looks VERY high maintanence and the thought of having water next to wood gives me shivers. Unless you have a maid following you around, NO THANKS! JMHO
I agree with your assessment, Miss Terri! We put IKEA butcher block in our kitchen - well, DH actually did it. I used the oil they recommended and they are now 2 years old. I have been very pleased but we try to keep them nice and clean and don't put wet glasses/cups on them and no cutting on them. Our cabinets are bright white with silvery colored handles and it looks nice together. We used IKEA for the cost only - we will be selling our house this year and needed something nice but not pricey like the "great" stuff that I want in my new house!
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We have ikea butcher block countertops in our kitchen. I like the look of them. They do require a little extra precaution and extra care. If you are a really neat, clean and tidy person, they will be easy to maintain. If you are a bit messy like me, they will be ok to maintain. If you are very messy and don't like to do maintenance, you will hate them. If you like things, "perfect" you will also hate them because they don't stay perfect.
We oiled ours with a mix of beeswax and mineral oil. It worked well but you definitely need to oil them regularly to keep them up. It's not a once a year thing, at least not with the ikea butcher block. Steam can damage them, as can water and just heat in general. If you put one over a dishwasher, be sure to add something below to protect it. Also, be careful about boiling water. We had a pot that boiled over and damaged the counter next to the stovetop. You cannot tell by looking at it, but the wood is rougher there. They can stain but you can always sand down the stain and re oil. Not a big deal. I have been thinking about using Waterlox to get added protection but I don't have experience with it yet.
I love how they look and they are a very inexpensive options. I think that they would be best away from sink and stove. At some point I will probably replace the areas around the sink and stove with something more durable and keep butcher block everywhere else but for now, I like them and have no regrets about going with them.
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