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Hey, Carol, I read this and thought of you: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/when-one-countertop-material-isnt-enough-stsetivw-vs~71774864

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Beth H. :

Carol, I have not worked w/Anigre wood. It is a hardwood from Africa. They will usually use it as a veneer since it's an exotic species and rather pricey. As it ages it will turn a golden brown color. If your cabs were finished in an oil base clear coat, that oil will also amber w/time. If your cabs are made entirely from that wood, I would call in an experienced wood refinisher if you want them lightened. As for your floor tiles, the steam cleaning will have a huge improvement. I also have Silver Travertine tiles in a Versailles layout in my living area. (older pic) I think I used a diff grout color than you did? Used a light gray. (I grouted it myself and can't remember the color! ) I did seal everything w/511 stone enhancer/sealer. Is yours sealed? make sure to do so after having it cleaned.

Reply to: Carol, I have not worked w/Anigre wood. It is a hardwood from Africa. They will usually use it as a veneer since it's an exotic species and rather pricey. As it ages it will turn a golden brown color. If your cabs were finished in an oil base clear coat, that oil will also amber w/time. If your cabs are made entirely from that wood, I would call in an experienced wood refinisher if you want them lightened. As for your floor tiles, the steam cleaning will have a huge improvement. I also have Silver Travertine tiles in a Versailles layout in my living area. (older pic) I think I used a diff grout color than you did? Used a light gray. (I grouted it myself and can't remember the color! ) I did seal everything w/511 stone enhancer/sealer. Is yours sealed? make sure to do so after having it cleaned.

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K L

Hey, Carol! I thought of you when I read this story, because at one point you said there weren't a lot of options for adding color in your kitchen. I hope something in it gives you a fun idea. For example, I did not think about wallpaper. Check out this story from houzz - https://www.houzz.com/magazine/14-bright-ideas-for-adding-a-little-color-to-your-kitchen-stsetivw-vs~107934186

Reply to: Hey, Carol! I thought of you when I read this story, because at one point you said there weren't a lot of options for adding color in your kitchen. I hope something in it gives you a fun idea. For example, I did not think about wallpaper. Check out this story from houzz - https://www.houzz.com/magazine/14-bright-ideas-for-adding-a-little-color-to-your-kitchen-stsetivw-vs~107934186

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K L

One more thing about the backsplash. There are a lot of options there too, from continuing the counter up the walls, to paint, to mirrors, to tiles, to glass. And you don't have to do the same thing for all parts of the kitchen. There are already some articles warning that taking the backsplash all the way to the ceiling is considered different enough that it will soon be dated. You have some of that by your peninsula already. Consider what is practical in a space and let that be a starting guide. I'm pretty sure some backsplash materials won't be appropriate with some countertop materials. So it may be wise to think about both at the same time. Zelige tiles are THE thing for backsplashes now, so naturally I run away from them. Subway tiles are already dated (some suggest running the vertically to avoid them looking dated). I'm partial to natural themes with your beautiful wood cabinets. And mosaic glass is a favorite and will be nice with a plain countertop. But what do YOU like, and what countertop will go best with it?

Reply to: One more thing about the backsplash. There are a lot of options there too, from continuing the counter up the walls, to paint, to mirrors, to tiles, to glass. And you don't have to do the same thing for all parts of the kitchen. There are already some articles warning that taking the backsplash all the way to the ceiling is considered different enough that it will soon be dated. You have some of that by your peninsula already. Consider what is practical in a space and let that be a starting guide. I'm pretty sure some backsplash materials won't be appropriate with some countertop materials. So it may be wise to think about both at the same time. Zelige tiles are THE thing for backsplashes now, so naturally I run away from them. Subway tiles are already dated (some suggest running the vertically to avoid them looking dated). I'm partial to natural themes with your beautiful wood cabinets. And mosaic glass is a favorite and will be nice with a plain countertop. But what do YOU like, and what countertop will go best with it?

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anna_682

honed virgina mist granite or soapstone would look amazing in your kitchen. Great cabinets. White walls.

Reply to: honed virgina mist granite or soapstone would look amazing in your kitchen. Great cabinets. White walls.

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K L

Here's an article about paint colors that compliment different woods: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/11-terrific-paint-color-matches-for-wood-details-stsetivw-vs~9025200

Reply to: Here's an article about paint colors that compliment different woods: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/11-terrific-paint-color-matches-for-wood-details-stsetivw-vs~9025200

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Beth H. :

Call in a stone restorer pro and have those floor tiles professionally steam cleaned. then resealed. the finish on the cabs have ambered w/time. only way to get rid of that is to strip and recoat w/water base clear coat. you'll get this look. more of a natural maple. BTW, you could do some glass in a few uppers. black would look like this honed or leathered might look nice whites I'd change the backsplash and find a really cool stone slab

Reply to: Call in a stone restorer pro and have those floor tiles professionally steam cleaned. then resealed. the finish on the cabs have ambered w/time. only way to get rid of that is to strip and recoat w/water base clear coat. you'll get this look. more of a natural maple. BTW, you could do some glass in a few uppers. black would look like this honed or leathered might look nice whites I'd change the backsplash and find a really cool stone slab

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