KITCHEN MAKEOVER
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Where to buy Laura’s style
‘A skylight helps light flood in and doesn’t take up any wall space’
Kitchen units painted in cabinet enamel (colour-matched to Farrow & Ball’s Cornforth White), £45 for 2.5L, Valspar. Milano mixer tap, £69, The Big Bathroom Shop, is similar. Induction electric range cooker, for similar try Stoves Sterling S1000Ei S, £2,199.99, John Lewis & Partners. Beech worktop, £115 for 2.62m, The Chippy Shop. Walls painted in Hague Blue emulsion, £46.50 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. Ceiling light, £15.99, Amazon. Light oak dining table, £649, The Cotswold Company, is similar. DSW chair, £44.99, Lakeland Furniture, is a good match. Oliver Bonas drinks trolley, for similar try their Luxe marble and glass trolley, £395. Natural Living seagrass rug, £84.95, The Rug Seller, is similar. Metro flat white gloss wall tiles, £18.50sq m, Tons of Tiles. Bench cushions, £6.99 each, H&M Home. Work table legs, £85 for a pair, Tiptoe Design.
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‘Grey or coloured grout makes quite a statement and helps feature tiles pop against your walls’
dishwasher! Fitting in a seating area was a challenge, but my dad came up with the idea of this lovely bench which is practical and comfy. It doubles as dining room seating and a radiator cover, too. What I wasn’t prepared to compromise on, however, was our cooker. It’s induction, which is perfect when you have children and need to prepare quick meals!
Main challenges Although the work during the summer of 2017 went without a hitch, the main challenge was to stay within budget. We did most of the work ourselves or with the help of family. The only thing we didn’t tackle was the tiling – a friend helped us. What we hadn’t bargained for was the time it would take to paint the
unit doors! There are 18 and they all had four coats, so it was a labour of love. Realising the difference they made to the room was the best bit of the project.
Finishing touches One of the most striking features of the room is the dramatic dark blue on the walls, which I love. I like natural elements too, so I knew I wanted wood to be a feature. The scaffold planks that we made the shelves from cost hardly anything but add texture and warmth. The plants then provide a pop of organic green against the blue and the timber. I’m pleased with what we’ve achieved, especially on such a tight budget. There’s nothing I’d do differently. I think you could safely say we maxed out on our wish list after all!’
KEY PIECE ‘I wasn’t prepared to compromise on my cooker. This induction model is a game changer!’
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