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Comic Art Kitchen Countertop

12 years ago
A new counter top just wasn't in the budget but we really disliked the faux wood grain that we have been living with for 7 years. Primer + 2 coats of black satin + colour copies from our comic book collection + 8 coats of water based Varathane + 1 weekend = Not for everyone, but
we love it!

Comments (26)

  • 12 years ago
    that. is. AWESOME!!!!!
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked kcar66
  • 12 years ago
    S.N.A.P.!! Love it. And the creativity. Kudos.
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked m3459
  • 12 years ago
    I actually love this! Love the yellow cabinets too! Very cool and hip.
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked Laura E.
  • 12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    big undertaking. certainly creative and unique. you guys are brave!
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked Brenda
  • 12 years ago
    The inside of the cupboards is "Atomic Tangerine". I think I bought the colour just for the name. I am new at playing with colours so I was really pleased with how everything came out. The house was built in 1946 and I don't think the kitchen had been touched in quite a while.
  • 12 years ago
    And, to be fair, it was hubby's idea to use the comic books : )
  • 12 years ago
    I want to see a closeup of that spice rack!!
  • 12 years ago
    How close is close?
  • 12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    Perfect!!! I thought you had some slant shelves going on. Where did you buy the spice jars?

    By the way, Cindy, your eye for color is impeccable. Never doubt yourself.
  • 12 years ago
    Wow. Thank you. That means a lot as a beginner.
    I bought the spice jars at the dollar store - 3 for $2
  • 12 years ago
    Wow. Thank you for the inspiration. I think that is great personal style. How about adding a glass tile back splash? That ought to bring out all the style you put in.
  • 12 years ago
    What kind of glass tile are you thinking of?
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    The best part is that the new coating on the countertop protects the very vulnerable seams in the laminate top. They are all right in the corner next to the sink and often fail when they get wet and ruin the top. Bold in style but conservative in function. A great combination.
  • 12 years ago
    Really creative. Definitely not for everyone... like me, but I love how you matched it perfectly with an awesome color. I really love how you changed to open view cabinetry and spice rack, it all flows perfectly with the kitchen. So different yet goes together great! Coming from someone who personally would NEVER do something like this, I love it.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Yes, very interesting but very cool! Colors are really cool too.
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked Brown Bros. Masonry
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    This is awesome!
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked purehome
  • 12 years ago
    good for you! I hope it makes you happy being in that kitchen. : ))
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked amytntmom
  • 12 years ago
    Well, Better Homes and Gardens won't be knocking on our door anytime soon but, it is definitely us :)
  • 12 years ago
    soooo awesome! Almost had a heart attack when I saw the comics being used and then read that they were copies. LOL! That is such a cute update!
    Cindy Isaac-Lareau thanked hazeldazel
  • 12 years ago
    Love this post!
  • 12 years ago
    Best countertop EVER!
  • 12 years ago
    THAT says GOOD MORNING every single day!
  • 12 years ago
    I love it !
  • 12 years ago
    POW! What a fun transformation for an aging kitchen!
  • 12 years ago
    That's awesome!