The Final Step in Our Kitchen Renovation
Holy toledo, I can’t believe we did it. You guys, after four loooooong years of slowly fixing up our 1980’s kitchen, I am so happy to say the renovation is FINALLY done. Cue the happy dance and all the jazz hands!!! Eeeek! We just completed the last piece of the puzzle, which was getting a new oven. The one we had was from the previous owners and it was in pretty rough shape. A few of the knobs were broken and then a couple weeks ago it started leaking gas reallllly bad. I honestly though it was going to blow up our house one night when I was attempting to make dinner! We always planned to switch it out for a front control oven when we did the passthrough project a few years ago, but our budget was pretty tight so we decided to hold off. Thankfully, the time has finally come and I’m so excited to share how it looks with you guys today!!
Isn’t she pretty?! Who knew an oven could make me so happy. We actually planned on getting this oven a few years ago when we completed that huge passthrough project (check out this post to see that process) but at the time we just didn’t have it in the budget. I knew a front control oven would look waaaaay better than the one we had, but we had to wait patiently until we could afford it. And even though I’m not the most patient gal in the world, I can say it was definitely worth the wait!
This new oven is the final step in our kitchen renovation project. We have officially updated everything we wanted to in this space and I gotta say–that’s a pretty cool feeling. It took us four years to do it, but we are finally done. From the new quartz countertops, the farmhouse sink, the passthrough, the new tile, and now the new oven. We did it! Here’s what this kitchen looked like when we started:
And how it looks now:
It’s been quite the journey fixing up this little kitchen and I’ve had so much fun taking you all along on that process over these last four years. All the work, time, and energy was definitely worth it because I finally have my cozy little cottage kitchen. It may not be the biggest or the fanciest, but it’s perfect for us and I am so grateful for it! Now I just need to figure out how to be a better cook so I can get my money out of this oven.
Thanks so much for stopping by the blog today! Here are a few other posts on our kitchen renovation process:
The Comments
Marty
It looks amazing. You’ve done a fabulous job with the makeover and the new oven is gorgeous.
Sarah
> Martythank you so much Marty! xo
Lindsay
What an amazing transformation!!! Love your kitchenā¤ļø
Sarah
> Lindsaythank you Lindsay!!
Sally Brown
The whole project was worth waiting on. It is beautiful. Now get in there and get to cooking. Maybe that can be your next project to share. Thanks for the Carmel Crumble recipe….
Sarah
> Sally Brownoh yes, hope you enjoy it!!
Sheilah
Wow it looks super.So hard to wait but so worth it.Enjoy!
Sarah
> Sheilahthank you Sheilah!
Lisa L Duty
Looks great! I prefer a gas stove also. I noticed that it’s not vented above…..I believe that is a code requirement in my area.
Love the tile!
Sarah
> Lisa L DutyInteresting! We were told we don’t have to have one here.
Cindy
Where did you get your flooring?
Sarah
> Cindyit’s from a local shop here in Colorado!
Joyce
Can I ask, did you get rid of your microwave then or just move it? I’ve been thinking of moving mine, but I don’t know what makes sense.
Sarah
> JoyceWe got rid of it! We didn’t use it very often, so we swapped it out for a toaster oven.
Faith
What difference a stove can make!! I have always had these slide in types…looks built in without being built inš¬ itās the finishing touch…now that itās done, has there been anything youād do differently?
Itās such a happy bright space for you! To burn your new candle in! ā¤ļø
Sarah
> FaithThat’s such a good question! I honestly don’t think there is anything I would do differently. I would have loved to be able to take that entire wall out instead of just doing the passthrough, but that was the best we could do with all the wiring and plumbing in that wall!
Jackie
Did you cut that out (above the stove) to look into your living space?
Vicki
> JackieThere is a link in the article you can click on to read about how they did the pass-through cutout.
Sarah
> VickiYes! Thank you Vicki!
Sarah
> Jackieyes we did Jackie!
Gayle
What a transformation!!! I just absolutely love it! I love that you guys took your time with the renovations and did things when you were able. I know people that did everything all in one go and ended up with so much debt!!! Crazy! I definitely think it makes you more grateful when you have to wait! Your eye for detail and design is truly a talent you have, well done Sarah āŗļø
Sarah
> GayleYes!! I totally agree with you Gayle. It’s hard to wait, but definitely worth it in the end.
Pamela
Hello, the transformation of your kitchen/nook area is remarkable. You have changed the space from a dark, dreary work only area to a light and cheery family area. It seems microwaves in kitchens are becoming obsolete and new show homes seem to be hiding them in lower cabinets. Have you relocated your microwave to a hidden area or are you opting out altogether? Thanks so much. Kudos on your lovely and finished kitchen.
Sarah
> PamelaWe actually did away with the microwave all together. We didn’t use it all that much, so I don’t even miss it. We have a small toaster oven instead to re-heat things!
Paige
Kitchen looks amazing!! So much brighter! And love the tile!
Sarah
> PaigeThank you so much Paige!
Debi Padgett
Sarah, your kitchen looks great! I think maybe the floor is the real game changer. And maybe the countertops. Itās all so cozy looking. Congrats!
Sarah
> Debi PadgettYes I agree Debi! The floor total transformed this space!
Judy Lewis
Very nice!!!! We are and have renovated also,thanks for your posts. Your house is very lovely.
Sarah
> Judy Lewisthank you Judy!
Connie Foster
Beautiful!!
Dianne G
I love it. A perfect choice!
Sarah
> Dianne Gthanks Dianne!!
Debbie
What a gorgeous transformation. The pass though adds so much light and joins the two rooms. The new tile floor makes the whole space. I love your new stove. Four years was well worth the wait! Gorgeous job my friend! ā¤ļøššš»
Sarah
> Debbieah thank you so much Debbie!!
karla
Your kitchen is great and so bright. Really like your new stove. Not sure about your floor tile however. I think I might get tired of that pattern after awhile
Sarah
> karlathank you Karla!
Jennifer
Looks amazing! 2 questions … 1. where is the vent for the stove? I would love to do something like this but I always thought that you had to have a vent above the stove.
2. Where do you store your microwave now that it isn’t above the oven?
Sarah
> JenniferWe were told by multiple people that we don’t have to have a vent over the stove. it’s been like this for a while now and we haven’t had any issues. And we don’t have a microwave anymore. We do have a small toaster oven but that’s it! And to be honest, I don’t even miss the microwave.
Valerie
Such a difference! So much brighter!!!
Sarah
> Valerieyes! SO much brighter now!
Tammy Gravelle
Your kitchen looks wonderful! Just curious, (and nosy I guess!), did you get rid of having a microwave altogether, or buy a countertop version, or relocate it in another wall?
Sarah
> Tammy GravelleWe actually do have a little toaster oven, but we did get rid of our microwave. I don’t miss it at all to be honest!
Donna Ryan
This is beautiful I particularly love the four tile and what a great vision from that oven door I do love your style I too have an old farmhouse and it’s constant work changing out things figuring out where things look the best and that’s really the most fun of all of it. But I do find a lot of inspiration from you as well as a lot of other readers that you have keep it up we love your blog Happy fall !
Sarah
> Donna RyanYes so much work Donna! But it’s definitely worth it in the end. Thanks for stopping by!
Misty
You should be so proud of yourself! It looks amazing! What a transformation!!!!
Sarah
> MistyAh you are so sweet, thank you Misty!!
Hilary Calce
It is beautiful! It’s light and bright, which I love. It also looks easy to keep clean. Love all of it- great job!
Sarah
> Hilary CalceThank you Hilary!
Katie
What did you do with your old stove? Now you just need little shelves!!
Sarah
> KatieWe paid $20 for Home Depot to haul the old one away when they delivered the new one!
Kat
Like I said before “BEAUTIMOUS ”
It sure opens up your spaces to let the cozy flow!!!! ššš
Sarah
> KatThank you Kat! It does surprisingly feels more open in here with this new oven!
Sherry
Sarah, Where did you get that dining table and chairs. I love the contrast between the white table and the black chairs. I could not find a resource on your page.
You did an amazing job making the space over. You inspire me. Thank you.
Sherry
Sherry McNeil
What color paint are the kitchen cabinets? Thanks
Sarah
> Sherry McNeilIt’s called Hush by Benjamin Moore!
Audrae Burton
I stumbled across your blog while I was researching white quartz countertops. I just noticed that I have that exact same oven/range. I just wanted to comment on how fantastic this appliance really is, not just in looks. š It was an investment for us because we had to add the gas line, but I cook every single day and I honestly have to say it was worth every single penny. Cooking with gas is amazing, clean up is a breeze and mine came with a griddle that fits over the center grate that is fantastic for cooking pancakes. The oven is also the best I have ever had. Love the roasting feature and baked goods always do well. I hope you are enjoying it as much as we do. It was pricier than we budgeted for, but compared to other front control ranges, and for all the features it offers, I think it was actually a bargain! Beautiful kitchen btw! Love your style.
Universal Stone
Beautiful, love how it turns out!