1940s kitchen countertops

If your home was built between 1920 and 1930, the original kitchen may have had some of the features below. Mix of full inset and half-overlay door and drawer styles. While still simple, the addition of half-overlay doors and drawer styles added character. Tile counters. Tile countertops were affordable, durable and could add style to […]

While having a “green” kitchen is a desirable trait these days, it had a whole different meaning in the 1940’s. A green floor, green walls and even a green ceiling is what Linn and her husband faced when they purchased their bungalow last year. But after a month of hard work the only green they’ll have to live with now is the envious kind.

Do you hold on to images of kitchens designed 15 years ago and sigh wistfully at the beautiful cream kitchen cabinets? Well, I have good news for lovers of cream kitchens everywhere…I’m forecasting a return of the warmer, creamier colors of our past! With the continued “warming” up of the gray tre

How long might it take to pull together a historic kitchen of your dreams? How about: seven years — and that includes buying the house. Yes, I checked, and my first email from Jennifer was in Dec. 2011 — seven years ago — when she was “house hunting in the burbs.” She recently updated me…

While having a “green” kitchen is a desirable trait these days, it had a whole different meaning in the 1940’s. A green floor, green walls and even a green ceiling is what Linn and her husband faced when they purchased their bungalow last year. But after a month of hard work the only green they’ll have to live with now is the envious kind.

Earlier this year, reader Carolyn asked for our help — how best to repair and decorate her 1947 kitchen. Since her original kitchen was in rough shape, we suggested that a complete remodel — in authentic vintage style, of course — and created a mood board to coordinate with her vintage Fiestaware collection. Now, Carolyn and her husband Dennis (both shown at…

The recipe for designing a kitchen you’ll love for years to come? An efficient layout, durable materials, and plenty of personal style.

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Zestimate® Home Value: $293,569. Stunning Brick Tudor very gently restored to near orig. cond. Extraordinary detail! Coffered ceilings, leaded glass, mahogany trim, built-ins, bay windows, oak hardwood flooring throughout, copper roof details, copper window sills in bedrms, arched doorways, high ceilings (even in basement), wine cellar, 2 car gar + carport, abundant storage. The main fireplace alone is a masterpiece! Way too much to list!

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Tour Emily Retro's vintage kitsch kitchen. The 1960s home is filled with colorful retro finds and thrifted home decor.