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Kitchen Renovation

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We're doing a full gut renovation of our kitchen! Here's where we'll collect our ideas and the products we're considering. Hopefully, compiling it all here will save you from searching through the multitudes available online and give you a good start...
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Katie L profile picture
We purchased our cabinets from cabinets.com (very classic URL) and took advantage of a sale that was going on. Their online design planner took a little getting used to, but it was very handy in terms of being able to envision the final view. Their customer service and design service staff we...
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Katie L profile picture
$150
Easily lift your stand mixer or other appliance from the cabinet and return it when done. Note that this does not have a soft close function and does not come with the actual shelf - it's just the arms.
Knape & Vogt 2.5-in W x 13-in H 1-Tier Cabinet-mount Metal Appliance Lift Shelf
 
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$228 
The Rev-a-shelf appliance lift that does come with a soft-close, but again does not come with the actual shelf for the appliance to sit on.
Rev-A-Shelf 12-in W x 20.63-in H x 22.5-in D 1-Tier Cabinet-mount Gray Metal Soft Close Lift-up Appliance Lift Shelf
 
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Use a perforated radiant barrier behind radiators that are installed on exterior walls to make sure that the heat generated doesn't go outside and is instead reflected into the room!
48" Wide Perforated Original AtticFoil™ Heavyweight Radiant Barrier Foil - Best Selling
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Similar perforated radiant barrier that you can pick up at a store near you for faster fixes, though smaller quantities.
48 in. x 125 ft. Double Reflective Insulation Radiant Barrier
 
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This is available at our local Costco warehouse! I really like the wider plank width. I also like that it's still a warm color but pulls in some more gray throughout the floors as our kitchen cabinets / countertops will be white and gray.
Mohawk Home 9.5in. Waterproof 22-mil Wear Layer LVP 6mm Plank Flooring
 
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Bought this to replace the existing thermostat when we replaced the boiler - the Costco deal comes with two additional sensors which will help us better manage the full house temperatures.
ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Plus Pack (Includes 2x SmartSensor)
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Appliances

 
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$1399
The Consumer Reports #2 rated induction range option. Similar price point at Home Depot, Walmart, and Wayfair. 26" deep.
Frigidaire Gallery 30-in 5 Burners 6.2-cu ft Self-cleaning ...
 
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$1614 Home Depot
Consumer Reports top rated dishwasher from Home Depot
Bosch Benchmark Series 24 in. Stainless Steel Top Control Tall Tub Pocket Handle Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub, 38 dBA SHP9PCM5N
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$1617 Lowes
The top rated dishwasher from Lowes instead; depending on who has what on sale!
Bosch Benchmark Series 24-in Top Control Smart Built-In Dishwasher With Third Rack (Stainless Steel) ENERGY STAR, 38-dBA Quietest Sound Level
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$984 Home Depot
Another top rated eco-friendly Consumer Reports dishwasher
Bosch 500 Series 24 in. Stainless Steel Top Control Tall Tub Pocket Handle Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub, 44 dBA SHP65CM5N
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$987 Lowes
The ecofriendly top rated dishwasher from Lowes instead; depending on who has sales!
Bosch 500 Series 24-in Top Control Smart Built-In Dishwasher With Third Rack (Stainless Steel) ENERGY STAR, 44-dBA Very Quiet Sound Level
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$1300 Lowes
Consumer Reports top rated bottom freezer refrigerator; also one of the most reliable options
LG 25.5-cu ft Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with Ice Maker (Fingerprint Resistant) ENERGY STAR
 
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$1936 Walmart
Top Rated side by side refrigerator
LRSDS2706S
 
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$2221 Lowes
Side by side also available at Lowes
LG Craft Ice 27.1-cu ft Side-by-Side Refrigerator Smart with Dual Ice Maker, Water and Ice Dispenser (Printproof Stainless Steel) ENERGY STAR
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$1798 Home Depot
Currently on sale, regular $3300 for standard depth 27.7 cubic feet; multiple capacity and depth options available
GE 27.7 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator in Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel, ENERGY STAR GFE28GYNFS
 
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$1997 Lowes
Currently on sale, regular $3300; both counter and standard depth options, can also select water dispenser only option
GE 27.7-cu ft French Door Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Water and Ice Dispenser (Fingerprint-resistant Stainless Steel) ENERGY STAR

Waterworks

 
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$425, 36x19" outside, 32x16x9 inside, minimum 39" cabinet

Does not come with faucet
KRAUS Kore™ 36" L Undermount Workstation 16 Gauge Stainless Steel Single Bowl Kitchen Sink with Accessories
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$379
Undermount 32" wide
Single undermount bowl and dual function, pull down faucet
Outer bowl dimensions: 32 in. x 19 in. x 10 in.
Inner bowl dimensions: 30 in. x 16 in. x 10 in.
Offset drain, stainless steel
Fits into a minimum 36" cabinet
KRAUS Undermount Workstation Sink with Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet
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33" double basin, 10" depth, $428
KRAUS Kore™ Workstation 33-inch L Undermount 16 Gauge Double Bowl Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink with Accessories
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Katie L profile picture
Lowe's - $599
Undermount 36" wide
Kraus Kore Undermount 36-in x 19-in Stainless Steel Single Bowl Workstation Kitchen Sink
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Home Depot - $470
Undermount 36" wide
Kore 36 in. Undermount Single Bowl 16 Gauge Stainless Steel Kitchen Workstation Sink with Accessories
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Honestly more intrigued about this tech in the shower but it would be great for a workstation sink as well to make sure the sink stays clean.
ProClean™ Spray | Delta Faucetplayclose

Furnishings

 
Katie L profile picture
I'd like something clean and classic to store my tea sets (cups, saucers, pots, etc.) as well as some closed storage.
HEMNES Glass-door cabinet with 3 drawers
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Pretty sure it's a single door so you'd be opening it all the way to get to the closed storage or the open display storage. But definitely a cheaper option.
BILLY / OXBERG Bookcase with panel/glass doors
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No glass to prevent dust, but a really nice mid-century modern design
Mid Century Arched Door Bookshelf Raw Oak
 
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No closed storage at all, but I like the look of the rounded top when viewed straight on.
Wood & Metal 5-Shelf Arched Bookshelf Oak
 
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I like the look of the arched top and this one does have both a glass covered section and drawers. I would probably replace all of the handles to be more my style (more modern).
Winston Porter Cardentey 71" Tall Arched Kitchen Pantry, Modern Farmhouse Wood Kitchen Storage Cabinets with 2 Large Drawers and Adjustable Shelves & Reviews | Wayfair
 
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One of the drawer is within the glass doors, but I think I could make do given that there are drawers that are accessible without opening the top.
Alcott Hill 73 Inch Tall Arched Storage Cabinet With Doors Arched Pantry Led Lighted Display Cabinet Bookshelf | Wayfair
 
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Appears to be similar to the Wayfair one but via Amazon. Right now the Wayfair pricing is better, but good to keep an eye on both.
Saudism 73" Arched Storage Cabinet, Black
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Available in white, oak, or black. I don't mind the handles as they feel a lot more modern, not sure I love the rattan look of the bottom cabinet.
infurnic 5-Tier Arched Storage Cabinet
 
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Looking for a table that’s at least 38” wide so we can pile it with dishes for feasts! Also looking to get an extendable table so we can entertain.
Seb Extendable Dining Table, 74.8"-94.5"
 
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Another more farmhouse style table instead of a more modern version.
Bradley Extendable Dining Table, 74.8" - 94.5"
 
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I like the slightly rounded edges on the top and the straight legs. It has two leaves for extension so you can choose how big you want to make the table!
Corrigan Studio® Catellini Extendable Bamboo Solid Wood Dining Table & Reviews | Wayfair
 
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I like the rounded edges and the darker color.
Birch Lane™ Yanely Butterfly Leaf Acacia Solid Wood Dining Table & Reviews | Wayfair
 
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I love that this is 44” wide! It extends out and a reviewer said it could seat 10 seats easily.
Willa Arlo™ Interiors Selby Extendable Poplar Solid Wood Dining Table & Reviews | Wayfair
 
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I really like the squares off legs - they look so solid. This is 42” wide and extends from 70 some-odd inches to 80 some-odd.
Willa Arlo™ Interiors Una Extendable Dining Table & Reviews | Wayfair
 
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One option for a bench seat that has a back and a padded seat.
Mercury Row® Mukai Bench & Reviews | Wayfair
 
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A solid wood option, but doesn’t come with shades that would match.
Joss & Main Shae Dining Bench & Reviews | Wayfair
 
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Lots of color options and blocky legs that match the blocky legs on the table
Linzy Modern Wood Bench

Laundry

While not directly in the kitchen, we're updating the laundry with the kitchen renovation!

 
Katie L profile picture
$798 Home Depot  
Consumer Reports top stackable washer
LG 4.5 Cu. Ft. Stackable SMART Front Load Washer in Black Steel with Steam and TurboWash360 Technology WM4000HBA
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$798 Home Depot 
Consumer Reports top stackable dryer
LG 7.4 Cu. Ft. Vented SMART Stackable Electric Dryer in Black Steel with TurboSteam and Sensor Dry Technology DLEX4000B
 
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$299 Home Depot
Compatible laundry pedestal for added storage and to raise to a more comfortable height
LG 27 in. Laundry Pedestal in Black Steel with Storage Drawer for Washers and Dryers WDP6B
 
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$798 Lowes 
Same Consumer Reports recommended washer from a different seller depending on who you prefer and who has it on sale!
LG TurboWash 360 4.5-cu ft High Efficiency Stackable Steam Cycle Smart Front-Load Washer (Black Steel) ENERGY STAR
 
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$798 Lowes 
Same Consumer Reports recommended dryer from a different seller depending on who you prefer and who has it on sale!
LG True Steam 7.4-cu ft Stackable Steam Cycle Vented Smart Electric Dryer (Black Steel) ENERGY STAR
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$349 Lowes
Compatible laundry pedestal for added storage and to raise to a more comfortable height
LG Universal Laundry Pedestal (Black Steel) with Storage Drawer