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what to put on shelf above kitchen sink?

Giselle Soaniva

3 years ago

So my kitchen has a shelf above the sink, but I have no idea what to place there.
It’s similar to this.
Open to any ideas 😊

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Daisy England
3 years ago
Something to make you feel happy when you’re standing at the sink doing those boring jobs.
E D
3 years ago
Daisy, that would be a mirror for me... 😱🤣
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Sonia
3 years ago
Plants?
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OnePlan
3 years ago
Children’s paintings ? Or a mirror to keep half an eye on what’s going on behind you ?
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Paul Alexander Kitchens
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Maybe you have a painting of something that's special to you and your family. I know my parents had a painting of Venice Bridge above there sink, as that was where my Dad proposed. I know its corny, but if it makes you smile why not!
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Absolute Project Management
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Here's a lovely example - they are small built in shelves, but give the idea. A carefully curated set of pictures and glassware works well - but remember that the items will get dirty more quickly than elsewhere in the house so be prepared to give them a regular clean or wipe!
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Giselle Soaniva
Original Author
3 years ago
Love the ideas thanks guys I’ll look into plants and maybe some glassware

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