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Replace granite or restain cabinets?



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amother


 

Post Mon, Jun 09 2014, 11:14 am
The house that we are looking to buy has a very nice kitchen, but I really dislike it. It has black granite countertops and dark modern cabinetry. It is also very small and being that I'm claustrophobic it's going to be hard to use it. I want to install under cabinet lighting, but also was looking for a way to brighten up the overall look. Is it more sensible/ cost effective to replace the granite w a lighter color, or to have someone strip and restain the cabinets a lighter color? ( I'm not looking to replace nor refaced nor paint them.)
As far as the countertops- there are also 2 glass elec cooktops in the counters; not sure how that will affect the cost.
Ideas of cost and which way to go?
Anon bec we haven't closed on the house yet... Just doing some advanced wishful planning Wink
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amother


 

Post Mon, Jun 09 2014, 1:35 pm
Bump
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Fabulous




 
 
    
 

Post Mon, Jun 09 2014, 1:38 pm
I wouldn't replace the granite now, it's very pricey unless it's a small amount. Try the cabinets first and you will be surprised, it will probably make a huge difference to lighten and aerate the look.
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amother


 

Post Mon, Jun 09 2014, 3:49 pm
How much should such a cabinet makeover cost?
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saw50st8




 
 
    
 

Post Mon, Jun 09 2014, 3:52 pm
Cabinets are a lot more labor intensive. You need to strip, sand, stain, coat.

Granite can be replaced in a day.

Is the overall house really worth it?
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MaBelleVie




 
 
    
 

Post Mon, Jun 09 2014, 3:54 pm
Depends how many cabinets and the size and complexity of the granite. If you're serious, bring in a couple of kitchen places to give you estimates.
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