Need help with kitchen

Ali Martin

10 years ago

Our kitchen needs some updating. We would like new tiles, cabinets, blinds, etc. any pictures or ideas would be great!

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Classic Remodeling
10 years ago
Hi Ali take a look at some of these pictures hopefully they can spark some ideas. A light grey backsplash with white cabinets can really open up a small space.
notme11
10 years ago
I also had a soffit above my cabinets and we had them removed and put cabinets with crown molding to the ceiling.
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