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    Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples

    Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range, and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!).

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    Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
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      • New Countertop & Cabinet Samples
      • Our Recent Cabinet Conundrum 
      • Kitchen Renovation Progress
      • Staying Organized During the Kitchen Renovation
      • What it's been like without a stove
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    Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples

    Hi Everyone!

    Did you see out last Kitchen Renovation Update post, Kitchen Renovation Lowe’s Design Scheme?

    I am finally sharing our new lighting because Jason (our electrician) and Eric installed it last weekend right before Mother's Day.

    But first, I want to share some more *new* countertop samples!

    New Countertop & Cabinet Samples

    These are Stilestone Quartz countertop samples alongside white subway tile (top) and the Kraftmaid Thermofoil sample (bottom).

    Even though we ordered the countertops in "Frosted Wind" (also Quartz), Eric wasn't thrilled about the pattern and I want us to be on the same page.

    I went back to Lowe's, chose some other possibilities and I think as of this post we found something we can both love. Check out the samples below!

    1. White large subway tile for backsplash (top), Stilestone
    1. White large subway tile for backsplash (top), Stilestone "Moonstone" quartz countertop (middle) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in "Shelburne White" base cabinet samples (bottom)

    Our Recent Cabinet Conundrum 

    We haven't ordered the cabinets yet but we have an appointment this coming week to do so.

    We realize we have to switch from Shenandoah to Kraftmaid, which is a step up in cabinet quality (and price) but the reason is that we can get the Kraftmaid with "voided toe kicks" which basically means without the part that the cabinet sits on.

    We would build it up to the height we need.

    Why would we need to do this?

    Because we have these big, kitchen windows and the countertop will be right under them and we do not have a lot of height to work with.

    We do not want to make the windows higher at this point because it's a historic 1955 Mid-Century Modern custom-built house and changing the windows not only doesn't feel right to us but it doesn't preserve the integrity and character of the house.

    I am a secretary on the local township's historic commission and that would be a big no-no.

    We are going to work with how the house is and whatever we add will be something that walks the balance of giving a nod to the style & integrity of the house and meeting our modern & minimalist taste and style.

    2. White large subway tile for backsplash (top), Stilestone
    2. White large subway tile for backsplash (top), Stilestone "Stellar Snow" quartz countertop (middle) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in "Shelburne White" base cabinet samples (bottom)

    The Stilestone "Stellar Snow" quartz (above) is very pretty but the aggregate is not large enough (for us).

    3. White large subway tile for backsplash (top), Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (middle) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    3. White large subway tile for backsplash (top), Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (middle) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom)

    The winning combination: This sample combination (above) shows the samples that both Eric and I like the most.

    I love the Stilestone "White Diamond" because it doesn't have a yellow cast when I photograph it, the aggregate is a little larger which makes it more interesting visually (see larger photo below) and the coloration of the aggregate reminds me of the beach.

    4. Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (engineered stone) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    4. Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (engineered stone)

    I include a photo of the Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet sample (below) with our new tile floor that we put in.

    The floor color is "San Juan Azul" ceramic tile made in Italy in 4 x 8 inch size.

    5. Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet sample against our new tile floor | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    5. Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet sample against our new tile floor

    The Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet is a matte white which should hide any fingerprints a little better than the high gloss Thermofoil colors.

    6. Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (top) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    6. Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (top) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom).
    7. Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (top) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    7. Stilestone “White Diamond” quartz countertop (top) and Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom)
    8. All 3 Stilestone quartz countertop samples compared to each other with the Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    8. All 3 Stilestone quartz countertop samples compared to each other with the Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom)

    So...just when I thought I was done with the countertop and it's ordered, we had to change it...but this is for the best because we have to live with it and it's important to be that both Eric and I love it, especially since a kitchen renovation is taking so much effort and care.

    9. 3. All 3 Stilestone quartz countertop samples compared to each other with the Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    9. 3. All 3 Stilestone quartz countertop samples compared to each other with the Kraftmaid Thermofoil in “Shelburne White” base cabinet samples (bottom)

    Kitchen Renovation Progress

    This is how the kitchen looks now.

    The Lighting is in except for a few light bulbs..Eric bought out all the LED floodlights Lowe's had, so they need to restock.

    10. The new Samsung slide-in electric range! | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    10. The new Samsung slide-in electric range!

    I have cooked on the new range a total of 2 times so far.

    We had an electric range before but the burners were metal vs. the glass that we have now.

    I am reading the manual and the care is different.

    One has to be more careful with the glass and I am a little paranoid about messing it up, probably because it's so new and it's doesn't have the cabinets & countertop on either side yet.

    It will take 6 weeks for the cabinets to come in from the time we order them, so this is my temporary kitchen.

    11. The new Samsung slide-in electric range with 5 burners! | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    11. The new Samsung slide-in electric range!

    Staying Organized During the Kitchen Renovation

    So where's all my kitchen stuff?

    We have 2 metal industrial shelves in the family room turned dining room/now an extension of the kitchen that is housing most of it.

    I have small appliances and dishes that I do not use on a daily basis stored on our 2nd floor.

    It will be so nice when everything is all in one, easy to access, place.

    12. The new Samsung slide-in electric range with 5 burners! |Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    12. 11. The new Samsung slide-in electric range with 5 burners!

    During this kitchen renovation process, I have had to move my kitchen stuff several times and every time I cull through what I do not really use and I donate things to Goodwill.

    It's good to go through your stuff anyway as an editing process, so when everything is ready to move my kitchen stuff back in, I should have my kitchen stuff pretty well organized - at least that's the goal.

    13. The new range is all set up! | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    13. The new range is all set up!

    After the backsplash is installed then we will have the outlets installed and they will be in the industrial style that we have going on with the lighting above.

    It's really important that we stay with our theme to create a cohesive kitchen style.

    14. Time to bake! | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    14. Time to bake!

    I need to do some baking to test out the oven component of the slide-in range.

    What should I do?

    Bread, cookies, cake?

    I am thinking bread, I have a ton of active yeast that I should use up and I haven't been able to bake bread in a while.

    I am looking forward to that.

    I'll have to give a report on how I like the oven at a later Kitchen Renovation Update.

    15. 5 burners! | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    15. 5 burners!

    What it's been like without a stove

    Tough. I had to get pretty creative without having an oven for awhile.

    I'm always up for a challenge but sometimes it's hard when you also have clients (for sponsored posts) and have to meet their needs. I think it's been well over a month.

    We really needed to clear out space to tile and do all the electrical.

    My slow cooker and toaster oven got a lot of use during this time.

    It was a little tricky to continue with food blogging and be limited in that way but I adjusted and I am super grateful to have an oven back in the kitchen.

    Once the oven was back in, we all like wanted to hang out in the kitchen again.

    When the kitchen is closer to being done I want to start doing video again.

    I put the video effort to the side because the kitchen renovation has just taken so much of my mental bandwidth in terms of planning and time.

    16. It's nice to have an oven again :) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    16. It's nice to have an oven again 🙂

    (Below) Really after the floor went in, we were just ready to occupy the space.

    This kitchen will get a lot of wear so I am glad we went with the tile after all.

    17. Our daughter and one of our 2 dogs
    17. Our daughter and one of our 2 dogs "Chloe"
    18. Our daughter and one of our 2 dogs
    18. Our daughter and one of our 2 dogs "Chloe"
    19. Our daughter with chocolate on her face and one of our 2 dogs
    19. Our daughter with chocolate on her face and one of our 2 dogs "Chloe"

    The kitchen is already getting a lot of use and it's not even done yet!

    20. Our tile floor that we recently put in | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    20. Our tile floor that we recently put in

    The floor has really worked out and we are happy with it. It hides anything SO WELL.

    21. Our tile floor that we recently put in | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    21. Our tile floor that we recently put in

    When the tile floor went in, the dogs would just wander back and forth like they were confused, "What is this space?"

    I think the kitchen renovation had been stressful on them just as it has been on us because they don't understand.

    Things will be calm for a while (6 weeks), while we wait for the cabinets and countertops.

    22. Cayli our other dog checking the kitchen renovation progress out | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    22. Cayli our other dog checking the kitchen renovation progress out

    My next big update will probably be the dishwasher which we think will be a Bosch because that brand has dishwashers that have the right measurements for the countertop height.

    The possibility of not having to wash dishes excites me with the amount of cooking that I do 🙂

    23. A row of the new pendant warehouse lights with the new range | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    23. A row of the new pendant warehouse lights with the new range

    These photos aren't completely in order.

    I took some of the range right after it was delivered - quite an exciting moment. There are progress photos of Eric and Jason working below too.

    24. A hand-painted sign that Eric made for me several months ago | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    24. A hand-painted sign that Eric made for me several months ago

    It will be so nice to decorate and make the kitchen space homey once it's all finished.

    25. Before the new slide-in range was set up | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    25. Before the new slide-in range was set up

    Our electrician Jason had to update the old, original, 3-prong stove outlet to a 4-prong.

    We are glad that it was updated because the wiring was like falling apart.

    26. The existing black, retro exhaust fan on the wall, original to the 1955 house | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    26. The existing black, retro exhaust fan on the wall, original to the 1955 house
    27. The brushed nickel warehouse pendants in the far end of the kitchen | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    27. The brushed nickel warehouse pendants in the far end of the kitchen

    The brushed nickel countertop warehouse pendants make the space feel like a cafe or restaurant which is cool.

    28. Warehouse pendants | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    28. Warehouse pendants

    Our electrician Jason did an amazing job of bending all the ¾ inch electrical metal tubing that houses all of the electrical wire.

    We are leaving all the tubing exposed to give an industrial vibe so it was important that it look clean and elegant.

    29. An individual warehouse pendant over the kitchen sink area | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    29. An individual warehouse pendant over the kitchen sink area
    30. An individual warehouse pendant over the kitchen sink area | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    30. An individual warehouse pendant over the kitchen sink area
    31. An individual warehouse pendant over the kitchen sink area | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    31. An individual warehouse pendant over the kitchen sink area
    32. Flood lights with LED long life light bulbs (18 years) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    32. Flood lights with LED long life light bulbs (18 years)
    33. A row of pendant lights for over the countertop | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    33. A row of pendant lights for over the countertop
    34. One of the 2 wall lights which are actually outdoor lights that have a nautical feel | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    34. One of the 2 wall lights which are actually outdoor lights that have a nautical feel
    35. A row of warehouse-style pendant lights | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    35. A row of warehouse-style pendant lights
    36. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    36.
    37. What the flood lights look like when they are off | . Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    37. What the flood lights look like when they are off
    38. The wall light when off | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    38. The wall light when off
    39. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    39.

    Eric got Edison-style light bulbs for the wall lights.

    40. The wall light near the door | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    40. The wall light near the door
    41. An Edison-style light bulb sits in the wall light | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    41. An Edison-style light bulb sits in the wall light
    42. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    42.
    43. The metal ceiling with the warehouse-style pendant | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    43. The metal ceiling with the warehouse-style pendant
    44. Showing the bends in the ¾ inch metal tubing | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    44. Showing the bends in the ¾ inch metal tubing
    45. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    45.
    46. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    46.

    We still need to paint some patched areas of the walls, that's something we can work on while we are waiting for the cabinets to come in.

    47. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    47.
    48. The beams showing what they look like sanded (foreground) and what they look liked before in the living room (background) | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    48. The beams showing what they look like sanded (foreground) and what they look liked before in the living room (background)
    49. Before the stove was installed | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    49. Before the stove was installed
    50. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    50.
    51. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    51.
    52. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    52.

    Have you seen Our Home Before Photos post?

    The kitchen was like a dark dungeon before and now it's filled with light.

    53. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    53.

    The "secret" light switch below, turns on the middle light pictured above on the ceiling.

    54. The
    54. The "secret" light switch
    55. All the lights on | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    55. All the lights on
    56. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    56.
    57. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    57.
    58. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    58.
    59. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    59.

    I took so many pictures of the lights because I want to show how each light looks both on and off.

    60. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    60.
    61. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    61.
    62. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    62.
    63. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    63.
    64. The flood lights | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    64. The flood lights

    We did a lot of testing of different light bulbs for the flood lights and finally found a low-profile LED bulb the makes it look very integrated.

    65. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    65.
    66. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    66.
    67. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    67.

    Eric at Work

    Below are progress photos of Eric and Jason working on the electrical last weekend.

    68. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    68.
    69. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    69.
    70. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    70.
    71. | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
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    72. Our temporary sink | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    72. Our temporary sink
    73. Wires | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    73. Wires

    We would like to get brushed nickel covers for all the switch plates.

    For now, we just have white ones because the store was out of metal ones and we needed something to cover the wires for safety.

    74. Before the flood lights had bulbs | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    74. Before the flood lights had bulbs

    One of my tasks on my to-do list is to create a new plan and diagram of the house so we know the location and function of all the new electrical wire.

    We would like to update the electric in the rest of the house too but the kitchen was the area that needed the most updating and it has more electrical needs than the rest of the house.

    75. Jason working | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    75. Jason working

    Eric has since installed a new door sweep for the bottom of the door.

    He had to remove the old one and shave the bottom of the door when we re-tiled because it was brushing too close to the new tile.

    Eventually, we need to replace our doors but one thing at a time.

    76. Eric working on the electrical | Kitchen Renovation Update Lighting New Stove Countertop Samples - Things are starting to take shape with our Kitchen Renovation, instead of removing things, we are now adding new lighting, our new Samsung slide-in range and check out some new countertop & base cabinet samples (76 photos!). www.lifeslittlesweets.com
    76. Eric working on the electrical

    Thank you for following along with our Kitchen Renovation!

    I am looking forward to the next update; things are starting to come together! 🙂

    What do you think about the new countertop samples? Let me know in the comments below! 

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