At last, the granite is in and the kitchen is complete! And I am still doing the happy dance. I am so excited to get this done and I know I’m going to really enjoy having this wonderful surface in my kitchen. So much better than tile on the countertops, along with a white sink and faucet, not practical. Are you ready for the tour? Here’s a reminder of what it looked like BEFORE granite:
And AFTER, below:
Other side, BEFORE:
And AFTER:
As you can imagine, I’m just thrilled with the outcome. It took them 4 hours to get the granite installed and several things had to be done to get it in just right, but those guys did an outstanding job and I’d highly recommend the company I used.
Our old white toaster had seen better days, so I got a new stainless steel one from Target to match the other appliances in our kitchen. I also added the pulls on the drawers for a little update and I love them. I ended up replacing all the knobs since 2 years ago I ordered some matte black knobs and they all started chipping off with an ugly gray metal showing through. I had bought them on Ebay. I also bought all of these on Ebay from another seller. He assured me that these oil rubbed bronze knobs and pulls should not turn. Let’s hope that is the case! At least they were a good deal. The standard edge I chose is called Demi-bullnose, which is just rounded with a slight bevel from the top edge.
Close up of Napoli granite. I’m really, really happy with this color. Love all the black flecks in it too.
One corner with my tole tray.
The new black Blanco silgranite sink, which I’m also thrilled with. It’s nice and deep and I can place my 9×13 pans flat in the bottom, unlike my old sink. Undermount rocks! The faucet is Moen Annabelle and I really love it too, with the pulldown sprayer.
I’m SO going to enjoy the undermount feature and the fact that all crumbs can be pushed right into the sink.
I’ve heard great things from friends about these Blanco granite sinks and I’m looking forward to putting mine to the test. I love the way it looks too.
With all the black in the granite and in my kitchen appliances of stainless and black, the black sink looks right at home.
Coffee station
Got this cute little iron stand at a yardsale years ago for a couple bucks. I love the little birdie on it.
The whole kitchen looking towards diningroom.
Looking towards breakfast nook with the new corner cabinet. I’m always asked about the paint color in here: it’s Laura Ashley Olive 4, from Lowes.
And the French cupboard that you’ve seen before.
Rearranged this piece a little during the process.
So, there’s the kitchen! Hope you enjoyed the complete tour and the new granite. I know granite is a splurge and we don’t often splurge on a lot of big things, so to me it was well worth it to get such a great update in the kitchen. Not to mention, I’ll enjoy it every single day!
It turned out beautifully!
Everything turned out beautifully! Great job with your selections!
Congratulations! I know you are happy to have the installation behind you and be able to just enjoy your kitchen now. I’ll go put my Happy Hat on for you!
It is lovely, lovely, lovely!!!
I, too, am in love with my granite. When I walk into the kitchen, I love it as much as the day it was installed! Your sink is amazing, though!. Mine is a white emamel undermount-done 4 years ago and every year there are improvements! I didn’t want stainless, but I would have loved the black!
Your kitchen is a dream! Enjoy!
~Nancy
Really beautiful. No wonder you’re doing the happy dance. I would be too. Hopefully some day we’ll spring for the granite. I sure makes a world of difference. I love your new faucet too.
Rhoda, it's absolutely charming…I know you love it. I do like those pulls you put on the drawers. I put one on my island and love the effect. Now,go cook dinner & enjoy! Linda
What a beautiful splurge! Enjoy!
Oh, wow! That looks amazing. Well done you.
Are you finished? Are you going to leave the splashback (walls between counter and overhead cupboards) tiled? Just wondering, really.
Thank you for sharing!
Beautiful! I love my granite even after all these years and know you will love yours as well! Looks great as always, Rhoda.
Carol
It looks beautiful!!! I love your house.
I will have to ask,could you salvage any of the old tiles or did they get demolished?
Looks fabulous….I have the same faucet and I LOVE it,,,it was an anniversary gift from my husband,,,at my request (NO, really!)…I have granite, too and SS appliances and I almost enjoy cooking again especially if I can watch the Barefoot Contessa at the same time!
You are going to love your updated kitchen!
Rhoda, it all looks just fabulous!!
That’s one FOXY kitchen!!! ; )
Hi Rhoda – It looks awesome – I’m sure you’re gonna be doing the happy dance for a l-o-n-g time!! Enjoy!!
I absolutely love your kitchen and dining area. It’s beautiful!
Rhoda, your kitchen looks fabulous! Your granite is just perfect! Everything goes together beautifully! I love the beveled bullnose it looks so thick and rich. It makes your floor look nice too. You’ve made great choices! I’m happy for you! ~ Robyn
Hi, I nominated you for the One Lovely Blog award! 🙂
It turned out so beautiful, love the little shelf above the sink. Girl you have talent…can’t wait till mine is all done.
Congratulations Rhoda on the new granite & sink for your kitchen! Your kitchen is beautiful..love that green on your walls. You picked a winner on the granite, it is smashing!
Bonnie