Where did you find …. for your new kitchen?
Wondering where to begin with a kitchen design project? If you’re asking where to find items like hardware, lighting, cabinets, tile, sinks, faucets and accessories, this guide collects the sources used in my kitchen remodels. For a major renovation it’s wise to consider hiring a qualified kitchen designer to ensure the space is safe, up to code and functional. Remodeling can be expensive and stressful, and a professional helps avoid costly mistakes.
For both of my recent kitchen projects I handled the design myself because the major systems—appliances, electrical, plumbing and layout—remained largely the same. I worked with local contractors (a general contractor, plumber, electrician and painters) and both local and online suppliers to make improvements on a reasonable budget while keeping the finishes consistent with the style and quality of the house.
Avoid cheap, poor-quality DIY choices that lower your home’s value. Consider your budget and also how changes might affect resale value. Over-investing in a house you’ll sell soon is not always financially sensible. Each project requires a balance based on your unique situation.
My decisions may not be right for your house or budget, but I hope these resources offer ideas or a starting point for your project.
If you haven’t seen the full kitchen reveal, the original remodel post includes photos and details.
Below is a compiled list of the finishes, paint colors, hardware, lighting, appliances and accessories featured in my kitchen reveal. I assembled this to save time answering source questions and to provide a handy reference for anyone planning a similar update.
If you’d like to save any images for future reference, pin or favorite them from the kitchen reveal post.
If you don’t spot a particular item here, ask in the comments and I’ll try to provide the source. You’ll also find links to related posts for more detail on certain topics.
Paint and color scheme (left to right):
Upper cabinets, plank walls, island base and trim: Benjamin Moore White Dove (satin finish)
Kitchen ceiling: Glidden Polished Limestone
Kitchen/pantry/family room walls: Glidden Polished Grey (a lightened version of Glidden Wood Smoke—ask at the Glidden counter)
Family room ceiling: Glidden Wood Smoke
Lower cabinets: Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal (satin finish)
Related posts:
Cabinet colors post
Kitchen painting post
Finishes and materials:
Wood flooring: Natural Hickory by Mohawk
Quartz countertops: Caesarstone Organic White
Subway tile: Daltile (Arctic White 0190 color)
Grout: Polyblend Oyster Gray #386
Island stain: Minwax Jacobean 2750
Cabinets: Huntwood (note: we added only two banks of drawers; most cabinets were existing)
Related posts:
Mohawk Wood Floors Post
Counter & Subway Tile post
Grout for Subway Tile post
Island Makeover Post
Hardware mix:
Brass knobs: Anthropologie
Mirror knobs: Anthropologie (similar styles available)
Satin nickel pulls: Restoration Hardware
I used 6-inch pulls on most drawers (16″ and 22″ wide). On the 34″ baking area drawer I used an 8-inch pull. Cupboards have round knobs from Anthropologie. Brass island fox and bunny knobs are from Anthropologie as well.
Accessories shown in the collage above:
1. Striped runner: Dash & Albert
2. Round rug: Pier 1 Imports
3. Colorful bowls on the open shelf: Anthropologie
4. Round wood “porter” mirror: Lulu & Georgia
5. Glass drying rack: World Market
6. Dog food container: IKEA
7. Bamboo blinds: Select Blinds (Bamboo Tortoise)
Accessories not pictured:
Freestanding dish cabinet: HomeGoods
Family room rug: Overstock (Safavieh Poolside Gray/Beige 8 x 11)
Portland street subway art: Red Letter Words
Map wall: wrapping paper from Paper Source
Whale tongs and many small finds were located through web searches, flea markets or secondhand shops.
Many accessories came from Target, World Market, Pier 1, Anthropologie, West Elm, HomeGoods and TJ Maxx. See related posts below for more details on specific items.
Related posts:
Round rug
Striped Dash & Albert Rug
Bamboo blinds {Tortoise}
Round wood mirror
Family Room Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree
Indoor house plants and teacup gardens
Pantry makeover: baskets, bins and shelving
Freestanding dish cabinet
DIY framed chalkboard on refrigerator
Wood framed “Take Action Command Central Board” (map hallway)
Maps in map hallway
Lighting:
Wall sconces: Restoration Hardware
Ceiling lights: Barnlight Electric
Barnlight Electric order details (for reference):
– Benjamin® Union Porcelain Stem Mount Light — 12″ shade, finish Jadite, 6″ stem, hang straight canopy, no cage or guard.
– Benjamin® Union Porcelain Stem Mount Light — 16″ shade, finish White, flush mount option, hang straight canopy, cast guard & ribbed glass added.
Appliances and fixtures:
Faucet: Danze in polished chrome
Sink: Kohler Whitehaven short apron-front sink (measure carefully before purchasing)
Range hood: Zephyr Anzio 30″ (required electrical and venting work)
Dishwasher: Electrolux
Range: Maytag four-burner gas
Refrigerator: Maytag
Microwave: Panasonic (purchased at Costco)
Espresso machine: Jura Capresso Impressa S9
Related posts:
Choosing a kitchen sink and faucet
Range hood, sink and faucet post
Dishwasher (pre-remodel unit)
If you are local: cabinets and countertops were provided by Creekside Cabinets / Creative Countertops.
Some affiliate links were used in the original post. Thank you for supporting the sources that helped make this remodel possible.
PS: You can read the full series of kitchen posts in the kitchen category on the blog for more photos and step-by-step updates.