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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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Appliances
General
Waterworks
Laundry
Table Lighting
Island Lighting
Appliances
$1399
The Consumer Reports #2 rated induction range option. Similar price point at Home Depot, Walmart, and Wayfair. 26" deep.
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 ...
$1614 Home Depot
Consumer Reports top rated dishwasher from 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
$1617 Lowes
The top rated dishwasher from Lowes instead; depending on who has what on sale!
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
$1030 Home Depot
Another top rated eco-friendly Consumer Reports dishwasher
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
$1149 Lowes
The ecofriendly top rated dishwasher from Lowes instead; depending on who has sales!
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
$1300 Lowes
Consumer Reports top rated bottom freezer refrigerator; also one of the most reliable options
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
$1936 Walmart
Top Rated side by side refrigerator
Top Rated side by side refrigerator
LRSDS2706S
$2221 Lowes
Side by side also available at 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
$1798 Home Depot
Currently on sale, regular $3300 for standard depth 27.7 cubic feet; multiple capacity and depth options available
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
$1997 Lowes
Currently on sale, regular $3300; both counter and standard depth options, can also select water dispenser only option
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
Really like this fridge option as a compromise between my husband and myself: he wants dispensed water and ice, I don’t but I do want easy access to my snacks and good amount of freezer space. The middle drawer is able to be set to be freezer or frid...
LG 30 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator, InstaView, Full-Convert Drawer, Craft Ice in PrintProof Stainless Steel LRMVS3006S
Available at Costco for members!
LG 29 cu. ft. Standard Depth MAX InstaView 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with Full-Convert Drawer and MyColor
$214 (on sale, regular $279)
Consumer Reports doesn't actively test range hoods, but this model was previously tested and recommended.
Consumer Reports doesn't actively test range hoods, but this model was previously tested and recommended.
Cosmo 30 inch Ducted 380-CFM Stainless steel Wall-Mounted Range Hood
$214 Home Depot
Same as the previous, just depends on which retailer you want to support!
Same as the previous, just depends on which retailer you want to support!
Cosmo 30 in. Vista Collection 380 CFM Ducted Wall Mount Range Hood, Touch Controls, LED Lights, Stainless Steel COS-63175S
$71.85 / 3-pack filter
Supposed to be the filters that are compatible with the LG MAX InstaView fridge ones versus $90 for a 3 pack from LG
Supposed to be the filters that are compatible with the LG MAX InstaView fridge ones versus $90 for a 3 pack from LG
ClearChoice CLCH130 3pk | DiscountFilters.com
General
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...
Cabinets.com - Shop Cabinets Online
$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.
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
$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.
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
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
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
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)
This is available at our local Costco warehouse in Tudor Oak! 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
The coordinating trim and stair nose in the same Tudor Oak color.
Mohawk Home LVP Floor Finishing Moldings and Transitions
These would be great in the kitchen, bathroom, or hallways for after you shut off the lights for the night. Looks like it's always on once dark enough!
SnapPower GuideLight 2 LED Outlet Cover, 3-pack
Build your own drawer within a drawer!
DIY Drawer in a Drawer
If you don't want to go the custom cabinet route, I just found out that you can buy doors that work with some of IKEA's various storage lines - Sektion, Besta, and PAX!
IKEA Cabinet Doors | Nieu Cabinet Doors
Designed to work in multiple configurations, this is a great option to start to build out your space!
SEKTION Kitchen System - Design Your Modern Kitchen
Looking to get matching pulls but not everything is available in all sizes on Amazon in the bulk orders, so supplementing with the following:
7 x 28.25" pulls (center spacing 25 1/8)
1 x 22.25" pulls (center spacing 19 1/8)
2 x 14 7/8" pulls (center spacing 11 ¾")
7 x 28.25" pulls (center spacing 25 1/8)
1 x 22.25" pulls (center spacing 19 1/8)
2 x 14 7/8" pulls (center spacing 11 ¾")
Richelieu Hardware Washington Collection Modern Brushed Nickel Cabinet Bar Pull
For all of the non-drawer cabinets in the kitchen, going with a standard 6" length. Ideally need a 30 pack to handle all of the doors and likely the 12" drawers as well.
Ravinte 30 Pack |6'' Cabinet Pulls Brushed Nickel
Need something slightly smaller for the 12" drawers – hoping this works!
5 Pack 5'' Satin Nickel Stainless Steel Pulls
Waterworks
$425, 36x19" outside, 32x16x9 inside, minimum 39" cabinet
Does not come with faucet
Does not come with faucet
KRAUS Kore™ 36" L Undermount Workstation 16 Gauge Stainless Steel Single Bowl Kitchen Sink with Accessories
Home Depot - $438
Undermount 36" wide
Undermount 36" wide
Kore 36 in. Undermount Single Bowl 16 Gauge Stainless Steel Kitchen Workstation Sink with Accessories
Lowe's - $599
Undermount 36" wide
Undermount 36" wide
Kraus Kore Undermount 36-in x 19-in Stainless Steel Single Bowl Workstation Kitchen Sink
$379 -→ increased to $419
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
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
33" double basin, 10" depth, $428
KRAUS Kore™ Workstation 33-inch L Undermount 16 Gauge Double Bowl Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink with Accessories
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
Workstation at $300 right now, seems to be comparable to higher end brands. Requires a 39" sink base at a minimum.
36"L x 19"W Single Bowl Stainless Steel Undermount Kitchen Sink
$160 for stainless steel in July
Available in three finishes: bronze, stainless steel, and matte black. Includes a matching soap dispenser
Available in three finishes: bronze, stainless steel, and matte black. Includes a matching soap dispenser
KRAUS Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet with Matching Soap Dispenser
$190 for stainless steel in July
Available in three finishes: chrome, stainless steel, and matte black. Does not come with a matching soap dispenser
Available in three finishes: chrome, stainless steel, and matte black. Does not come with a matching soap dispenser
KRAUS Contemporary Single-Handle Touch Kitchen Sink Faucet with Pull Down Sprayer
$170 for stainless steel
Really attractive modern looking faucet. Comes in 4 finishes: gold, matte black, stainless steel, and chrome
Really attractive modern looking faucet. Comes in 4 finishes: gold, matte black, stainless steel, and chrome
Kohler Guild Pull-down Kitchen Sink Faucet with Three-function Sprayhead
Will likely be getting this gravity driven RO filter and a countertop hot water dispenser
Watts Premier RO Pure Plus 4-Stage RO System
This is what I’ll be getting to go with the RO filter and a
Zojirushi Electric Hybrid Water Boiler & Warmer
$349 at Costco for both cold and hot filtered water at your sink.
InSinkErator HOT250 Instant Hot & Cold Water Dispenser System with Filter
$106.76 / 3 pack of discount filters that work for the InSinkerator hot and cold water filtered dispenser. Typically $89 for one
EcoAqua EWF-8003A 2pk | DiscountFilters.com
Reverse osmosis filter that dispenses cold and hot water. Does require specific KJF $119 filter every 12 months (or 1600 gallons) to be able to handle both hot and cold water
Waterdrop Instant Hot Water Dispenser, Reverse Osmosis System, K6
Laundry
While not directly in the kitchen, we're updating the laundry with the kitchen renovation!
$798 Home Depot
Consumer Reports top stackable washer
Consumer Reports top stackable washer
LG 4.5 Cu. Ft. Stackable SMART Front Load Washer in Black Steel with Steam and TurboWash360 Technology WM4000HBA
$798 Home Depot
Consumer Reports top stackable dryer
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
$299 Home Depot
Compatible laundry pedestal for added storage and to raise to a more comfortable height
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
$798 Lowes
Same Consumer Reports recommended washer from a different seller depending on who you prefer and who has it on sale!
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
$798 Lowes
Same Consumer Reports recommended dryer from a different seller depending on who you prefer and who has it on sale!
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
$349 Lowes
Compatible laundry pedestal for added storage and to raise to a more comfortable height
Compatible laundry pedestal for added storage and to raise to a more comfortable height
LG Universal Laundry Pedestal (Black Steel) with Storage Drawer
For Costco members, check out Consumer Reports' top rated stackable washer / dryer combo – there are black and white options as well as the option to add a stacking kit or storage pedestals to your bundle
LG 4.5 cu. ft. Front Load Washer with TurboWash 360° and 7.4 cu. ft. ELECTRIC Dryer with TurboSteam and Built-In Intelligence with Stacking Kit
Table Lighting
For over our dining table which is right beside the island
Love the diffused light of this pendant, but worried it might not be the right size for the dining table.
BLÅSVERK Pendant lamp - beige 15 "
Appears to be last chance lighting at $69, 19" wide
Zebu Linen Pendant Lamp - Brass
$150 Artika pendant, 15" wide, dimmable and adjustable height
Dunham LED Pendant 5 CCT
$141, three finishes (incl. light wood), 19.7" wide, dimmable, and adjustable height
Optical LED pendant light 3 CCT
$196, 20.7" wide, adjustable and dimmable
Aiden LED pendant light
Island Lighting
For over our island and above the kitchen sink
$70, dimmable and adjustable height
I love Artika lights and they're part of Costco Next program
I love Artika lights and they're part of Costco Next program
Bloom mid-century LED pendant light
$91, dimmable and adjustable height, also available in wood finish
Groove LED modern pendant light 3 CCT
$80, adjustable and dimmable
Alton mini LED pendant light 5 CCT
$97, adjustable and dimmable
Mist LED pendant light
$60, Adjustable but not dimmable per website
Bubble Flow 1-light pendant 2
$80-$97 depending on finish, three finishes (black, gold, silver), adjustable and dimmable
Essence LED pendant light
$209, adjustable and dimmable, 29.6" wide
Essence 4-light LED pendant
Amazon Table Lighting
For over our dining table which is right beside the island - Amazon options
$191 on Prime sale
5 Light Large Black Vintage Industrial Chandelier
$160 on Prime sale for black, $152 for gold
PiWWPi 16-Light Glass Globe Sputnik Chandelier
$142 on Prime sale for black with white globes, $123 for smaller 7 light
CROSSIO 16-Light Black Bubble Glass Chandelier
$63 for black and gold, $80 for black only
On Prime sale
On Prime sale
33" 12-Light Gold Black Sputnik Chandelier
Same size but $52 for black and gold on Prime sale, $80 for all black
RUIYEY 12-Light Sputnik Chandelier Gold Black
Same size but $52 for black and gold, $68 for all black on Prime sale
Also has 8 and 10 light options
Also has 8 and 10 light options
KAISITE 12-Light Sputnik Chandelier Black/Gold
$119 not on Prime sale
YCZHCC 6-Light Drum Chandelier, 21" Linen Shade
$99 on Prime sale
Tunkayli 19.7" Black Drum 4-Light Chandelier
$84 on Prime sale
VONLUCE 3-Light 20" Drum Chandelier Matte Black
$143 on Prime sale
HOGBU Modern Black 6-Light LED Chandelier
$111 on Prime sale
Also available in 32" ($72), 47" ($127), 59" ($175), and 71" ($215)
Also available in 32" ($72), 47" ($127), 59" ($175), and 71" ($215)
YISDESIGN 39" Wood LED Linear Pendant Light
$263 on Prime sale
CROSSIO Black 10-Light LED Pendant Chandelier
Amazon Island Lighting
For over our island and above the kitchen sink - Amazon options
$80 on Prime sale for 3 x 6"
Also available $50 for 1 x 8"
Also available $50 for 1 x 8"
LMS Mid Century Pendant Lights, Matte Black, 3 Pack
$50 on Prime sale
SeeU Modern Black Globe Pendant Light
$68 for 3 on Prime sale or $46 for 2
AKEZON 3-Light Glass Pendant, Brushed Nickel
Not on Prime sale
6" - $40
8" - $60
10" - $80
13.7" = $130
6" - $40
8" - $60
10" - $80
13.7" = $130
Bagood 6 Inch Black Mid Century Globe Light
$43 for one on Prime sale
$90 for two not on Prime sale
$90 for two not on Prime sale
JULiN HOME Black LED Dimmable Pendant Light
$143 for 3pk on Prime sale
OKELI Modern Black LED Pendant Lights 3Pack
$120 not on Prime sale for 3pk
FDPBY Modern Black Globe Pendant Lights 3-Pack
$112 on Prime sale for 3pk
Industrial Black Farmhouse Pendant Light 3-Pack
$50 for 2pk on Prime sale
DLLT Industrial Pendant Light, Adjustable Metal, Black, 2 Packs