VINTAGE KITCHEN MAKEOVER (Painting Cabinets & Hardware) *Moody, French Kitchen Part One*
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I applaud your willingness to experiment. Years and years ago (before you were even born! lol) my Grams told me, "It's only paint. If you don't like it, just paint again." When I bemoaned the potential extra work, she reminded me that I'd be a year older next year anyway. "If you don't like it, change it." It's ben a great Life Lesson for me. ❤
That was my view when my younger daughter got into dyeing her hair when she was a teen! It took me longer (and was harder) to accept the tattoos 😂😂😂. I figure someone will make a fortune if they can come up with an easier tattoo removal process in about 10 years. (Not for all tattoos - some are really beautiful and interesting. But what someone likes at 18 may seem really idiotic to them when they’re 30).
I think those vintage white/cream ceramic knobs on the top cabinets, and the brass knobs on the bottom cabinets you thrifted at the cottage would look SO good
Yes - I liked the ceramic too😊
Ceramic was my favorite, too, but I wonder how expensive it would be to get ceramic handles (vs knobs) for all those doors.
Ceramic definitely looks the nicer to me too,the small crackled finish brings in the darkness off the cabinet finish. X
I was thinking the same thing!
and helps more with the back splash which really hasn't been addressed yet. I'm no designer, but I feel like you either need to work with the appliances, or the back splash with the hardware. I know Macenna will pull it off though. She always does!@@audralewis1295
I liked someone’s suggestion to paint the soffit above the cabinets in the same color as the cabinets. It will trick your eye into thinking that the cabinets are taller and the room is taller.
Exactly!
Yes!
Those white walls above the cabinet make me gag. 😂 Definitely go with dainty ceramic knobs. They look better than silver
I wondered the same thing !
I had a similar problem with the wall above the cabinet and I painted it the same color as the cabinet and it made such a difference.
Yeah the silver hardware made your kitchen suddenly look a little medieval..😅 but the cabinets look fantastic!
Oh l agree !! … the handles and the hinges have always been the problem 😊
She already said she didn't like it. No need to be rubbing salt in the wound.
I too saw mediaeval. Suit of armor came to mind. I thought it would look good at first. I can’t visualize either. Have to see it in person.
I came here to say this! It instantly became medieval and it’s not your vibe! But love that you tried! 😊
I was thinking a fleur de lis but after searching it looks the same, just too medieval looking.😮
The ceramic handle was GORGEOUS I have to put it out there
Yes! That was by far my favorite one too!
Pro tip for cup hooks......put a pencil or a screwdriver through it and turn that. It saves your fingers. Sooo much easier. Love love love everything you do!
MaCenna, Something for you to mull over… In spite of the age of those cabinets, they appear to be made from solid hardwood. In California, many cabinets of that era were made from solid redwood. When you’re ready to replace those cabinets in your newly renovated kitchen, will you please consider either using them in your garage or donating them to your local Habitat for Humanity ReStore?
I actually really like the shape of those cabinets. The older I get, the more I gravitate to hardwood over the new garbage that is on offer. 😉
Macenna is QUEEN of salvaging and using old materials. I strongly doubt she ever considered just trashing them.
I think the color you’re looking for for the cabinet hardware is oiled bronze.
This! I ordered some online for my grandpa since his vibe is more antique and vintage. They fit in perfectly
Even though im am not an archetectect/interior designer, i'm actually a web designer/graphic designer. I am living for MaCenna stressing about vibes and colors. The part when she spoke at the end when she said "it isn't a big deal but it is in my world!" I totally felt that!!! Thank you MaCenna for inspiring other creatives and being so relatable! I think switching out the knobs to something different and long is better. Love the dark cabinets, took the kitchen to the Next level!
I’m so grateful when you show moments like this when you choose to pivot or you’re honest in saying you don’t like a design choice you made. When we were renovating our home, I felt like I was the only one who ever experienced this! I have a difficult time not going into panic mode-but when I feel immediate regret about a design choice I’ve made, I know that I just need to power through and do something that will make me happier. Sometimes it’s tempting to just feel defeated and leave it as is, but I always feel better when I fix a poor decision!
I actually like that everything isn't so perfect. An that you film yourself making changes and having to rethink choices, it's ok. 🦋
Humbly suggest an oil rubbed bronze spray paint to pull in a lil sheen from the stainless but a darker color so they don’t call so much attention. I think that’s the best color option if you’re gonna reuse the handles.
THiS
Before you change the handles try Rustoleum flat soft iron - it is a dark charcoal flat finish with just a hint of mixed metalic - just a great colour to blend with the black hinges & dark cabinet colour! Cabinets look great!
Hobby lobby has the most amazing knobs and hardware, sometimes 50% off too, I also go to habitat for humanity so many antique and vintage knobs!
Yes, I've found the best handles and knobs at Habitat.
Since it’s a temporary face lift, paint the silver ones the same as your cabinets. They will still function and disappear visually. I’ve done this before, it works.
She didn’t want the handles to disappear, that’s why she changed them from black
I second painting the handles the same as the cabinets. Effortless elegance.
I thought the same thing.
That’s a really great idea
Yeah not crazy about those handles either. I had dark cabinets once they show every nick and water spot, but they are very elegant-looking. It's a journey, you'll get there. Your Texas kitchen is perfection.
yes they do
Loving that you share you “fails” like this 😊 it is valuable to understand your thinking process.
When you painted all the handles at once I was like “noooo do a test first!” You just really went for it 😂
yeah, should have left them black. when she said they will disappear if black I thought that would be great as she doesn't like the style. Oh well, I'm sure MaCenna will find some beauties, maybe at a flea market
could do just a painted knob, and fill in a hole
I thought medieval times when I saw those handles. So glad you’re changing them. Can’t wait to see what you pick!!!
100% hear you about the handles. There's nothing about them that are you at all & in a kitchen there is sooo many of them, that they'd scream at you whenever you walked in. I get it x
I haven’t finished watching, but wanted to give you a tip. When I moved into my house, there were several coats of paint on all the door hinges because they didn’t tape them off or take the doors down to paint. I found out I could use a cheap sauce pan, put in the hardware and cover with water, then bring the water to a boil. Most of the paint came right off on its own. No stripper needed! In future, if you have metal hardware that needs to be stripped, do it this way. It’s super fast and very little work required!
I've seen people do this with an old, thrifted crockpot. It's a great tip!
Yes! I've watched many refinishers use plain white vinegar soaking too, instead of strippers. So much better and easy peasy. 👍😊.
I painted my cabinets a dark color, and I have regretted it ever since. I hope you enjoy yours. I appreciated that you showed us a much easier way of hanging the doors and using a sprayer.
What made ypu regret it?
@toneluy8343 I went from an antique white to black. I have a small kitchen and with the darker color it appeared smaller to me. This darker color shows everything, which I thought would be the other way around. It took me a long time to paint them with a brush and roller. I really loved the antique white and got an idea about painting them. Bad decision, and now I am trying to find the motivation to go back to what they were. Clearly, I didn't think long and hard enough about it. I watched McCenna paint her cabinets and hoped that she would enjoy hers for a long time. It's a lot of work, time, and money.
I love how curious Kinsley is and how she wants to be part of anything you do. Makes me smile :)
Kinsley is such a sweet baby girl
She used her little paw to say mom talk to me some more.
I love the cabinet color! I have to agree about the handles, though, but you will figure it out and it will look beautiful!! I once changed my handles three times in one week. You have to love your kitchen, even if it's temporary. You do you!! Can't wait to see what you choose!
McCenna, the shape of your handles is more old English Tudor, very similar to French fleur de li. I'm a designer here in Ireland, the vibe I was getting was old French country, but if I was doing your kitchen, I would've changed to knobs with an antiqued brushed steel to blend with your appliances. Also I'd have a couple faux trailing plants on your fridge to soften the side.
I'd suggest hanging up a tarps or old sheets when you're spraying, so that the paint doesn't get everywhere
Your backsplash tile came to life against that new paint!
Ok I’ve watched the whole thing now and I have comments. Lol! The second you said stainless steel/silver knobs it was immediately NO!!! for me. I was talking to my tv screen saying “it’s ok to do mixed metals! That’s not your vibe!” So glad you agreed with me. Antique brass all the way! Let the stainless steel appliances be the only cool tone in the room out of necessity. Your vibe is much more warm and moody. ❤😂
Lol!!! I’m like yelling at my tv screen. 😂 love following along w her process
The handles look very barn-ish. When you said you were keeping those I went :::🫣😳 whaaaaaaat lol I thought maybe if you left them black it would stand out as much and that’s what you were thinking but theeeeeen you painted them brighter and I went:::: 🫣😳 whaaaaat again lol
I’m so glad you are changing them!
It’s crazy how the handles had a Spanish feel when they were black, and then, when you painted them sliver it had a medieval feel to me. Color can make such a big difference. Just like your new cabinet color, love by the way!!
As usual, your creative process is fun to watch…including your reactions to the parts where things don’t turn out as planned😆 Glad the cabinets worked out at first pass!
I love the color of the cabinets, however, really dislike the semi-gloss. I definitely feel like it cheapens the look of the kitchen and gives me DIY vibes vs. the professional soft look the cottage has. I get that maybe since they were dark, you wanted to still have light bounce around the room, but definitely a no. Also, a vintage, brushed brass is definitely the look! Thank you for being open to trying new things cause I’m learning from your choices too 🤍
Everyone has given you so many great suggestions. Mine would be to paint the hinges the same color as the cabinets so they disappear. Then find yourself the handles you really like and if they aren’t the right color to begin with paint them what you want. I really liked the idea from one individual that suggested you paint the soffit above the cabinets the same color to visually add height to the room. You go girl! It’s going look amazing!
Thank you, thank you, thank you for making a plan to get rid of those handles!!! The cabinet color is beautiful 😍 Can't wait to see what you come up with out of your magic hat❤
The color of the cabinets is gorgeous !!!! But I feel like the silver won’t look good even with other hardware, maybe a bronze vintage looking hardware will enhance the beauty of the dark purple ! Please try it you may like it 🤩 , by the way I lovvve to watch your videos and I feel like you’re a friend of mine ❤️❤️
Beautiful!!! That is no small feat my friend! We painted our cabinets last year. It’s a lot of work so for you to turn this around so quickly is MEGA impressive!! I agree about the handles. Find something you can use again in another project when you officially redo your kitchen. It will be okay. It’s worth the investment! Great job!
Love the color of the cabinets, but I prefer less shine to the paint… we had our cabinets lacquered with very little shine… but it’s great to experiment before you redo the kitchen.
I agree! I prefer an eggshell, or satin finish. Looks more old fashioned...
Totally agree!! I love the color, but not a fan of the shiny finish. But if she likes it then Amazing!!
Yep the shine cheapens it
Yes!! Oh the shine wow!! Tooo much for me
I agree, far too shiny, it has made them look like they have been painted over.
I just had a new kitchen and my tiles are dark aubergine. I think my family thought I was mad to make that choice but they are so beautiful!
I don’t like those handles either. The pointy bits remind me of the spades from a deck of cards. Nothing you can’t change
I had those same handles in my first kitchen in 1970. I agree they don't work in your space. Can't wait to see what's next.
I remember our neighbor growing up had pine kitchen cabinets and that same hardware, but they were a copper color that was brushed with a black or dark under tone. That hardware goes way back a few decades....
yup the 1950s with knotty pine
Yes, that was it :)
Yes, I still have those copper handles and hinges…….I still love mine. I wish they still made them in copper. Love those dark cabinets. Great job McKenna. Love that Kingsley.
@@lovly2cu725 oh wow you weren't kidding! googling "knotty pine cabinets" brings up so many images with these exact handles!
Darn! I liked the lighter cabinets! More cottage-y! They would’ve been pretty in the same paint you used in the front living room!
Cottage-y is not the vibe that she was going for in this house, I think. Pretty sure that was specific for the Texas house. I think they look nice.
I agree! I can't unsee it either.
I like the color of the cabinets......very pretty.
I do agree that new handles are in order.👍
Love the color of the cabinets, glad to not notice the hinges, but I believe ceramic knobs (like the white ones you showed) would be fabulous on the cabinets. (Pick a stone color ceramic knob that matches your tile on the countertop)
Kinsley is such a good project manager!
Kinsley laying in her bed saying... Here we go again. Patiently waiting for Momma to finish. Great job MaCenna!! Beautiful color.😊
Actually, this was a great learning experience in terms of design and correction…so thank you.
Argh! I live in Scotland and this is so past my bedtime 😂 You know I'm going to sit and watch before I turn in though ☺️
Same! Except Italy but I stayed up late to watch it!!
Same but in the Netherlands. I couldn't resist watching before going to bed 😅
I am like you in that a detail matters, if it works it makes me happy and if it doesn’t I can’t even! So I get that you need the handles to both work with the colour and also work by themselves xx
I am so impressed with your patience. It took so long to strip the paint off hinges, look for paint, buy paint and then paint everything including the screw heads, etc. that I was getting frustrated for you BUT you remained calm and persevered!! Then they did not look right 🥴 (I do understand that) I know house things are not the most important thing in this world -- people are but our homes are a reflection of us and can make others feel welcome. Anyway, I am inspired by your attitude. I look forward to your new handles.🥰
No to the silver. I would keep them black or just replace. The hardware is such an easy thing to swap out and can make a big difference to the overall look. If you want the colour of the cabinet to be the focus, I’d keep the hardware subtle and the dark brushed brass would work for that. So exciting for all the changes!! 😊
I think you’re right that a lovely mid-tone wood would look amazing in that space. I cannot wait for the kitchen reno!
Off subject but it’s so sweet to see how attached Kinsley is to you ❤. You are the love of her life 😊
The cabinet color is beautiful, just a hint of earthiness that brings it all together. As far as the hardware, I wonder if you have some …in Texas? I remember you buying lots of vintage brass ones, I think? What are the odds?😂 You will get it just right…keep going with your instincts…they are 100%💕
Agreed! You went from California Mission to get your spurs MaCenna, we're going riding.
I’ve seen someone do this before with cup hooks to screw them in even easier, they took one cup hook and used it as a “drill bit” in the drill and then hooked it into the cup hook they were screwing in. Then they didn’t need to screw them by hand 😄
I’m excited to see the way your kitchen turns out!! ❤🎉
kitchens are best cheery and bright like the beginning of a new day...keep moody for other areas of house, break it up
I usually love everything you do, but not sure about these kitchen units. Firstly I don't like the shiny finish, it looks cheap and brings out all the imperfections, secondly I think the colour is too dark but it might look different when you paint the walls, thirdly you are right about the handles they do need changing. Just my opinion ❤
I love how it brought out the tile in a really nice way
ughhh I’m dying for you to mix the metals in here with those brass knobs. The dark color needs the warmth with it!
Maceanna, a simple trick to remove paint from cabinet hardware is to soak them over night in an old crackpot, with soap and water. The paint bubbles off. Some may need a brushing but it doesn't need to be wire.
I actually liked the cream colored ceramic ones that you had up. To me, they match the best.
The knob at the end is 10000% the answer!! That’s perfect for these.
With the brown cabinets and that hardware I immediately thought of the swinging doors in old Western movies. 😂 I knew they wouldn’t be it.
I was thinking it before you said it! I think I'd rather spend the money on an inexpensive handle that looks nice than use those you were trying to reuse. Also Kinsley loving on her mama is so sweet 🤍
I totally agree with you MaCenna, pitch those handles. All I see is my Mom's 1962 kitchen. Anything but those handles.
There is so much I love about this video! First the equipment and recommendations, and your reasoning behind your recommendations; the reasoning behind using 220 sand paper and of course the benefits of going this route; your numbering method, although it may be general knowledge how to hang your cabinets, while painting is such a fantastic hack! Lastly, most importantly how your vision can go off the rails (door handles) and it’s OK if it does! This is refreshing to know that even for you (genius designer) that sometimes it just doesn’t work.
Just few minutes in and I think the only thing that needed changing were the counter tops. Those cream cabinets are beautiful.
As I was watching, I was so surprised you went silver. Then you didn't. 😂LOVE LOVE LOVE the cabinet color!
Love so many things you do but the cabinets are too shiny? And not loving the darkness but I know you like moody colors and we are all different and that’s what makes the world go round! As alway Kinsley touching your face soooo sweet ❤ and love your new music too! 🎼
It’s crazy how much better the kitchen looks and the cabinets look high end on camera. Kudos to your vision!
okay, this is just my personal opinion. I like the cabinets the lighter color. Also, always go with Satin paint instead of gloss.
I prefer the lighter colour too
Love it. I did my kitchen with Behrs ' black walnut'. It has a dark purple undertone too. Maybe it was Glidden, oh shoot, I don't remember but I love it!!
I love the dark color on the cabinets! So chic and misterioua
Hobby Lobby has the most beautiful porcelain or ceramic black knobs. I but them to make lids for my candle jars. They are elegant yet vintage at the same time. They always have 50% off knobs. Love the dark cabinets! Lots of work, but the pay off was worth the effort.
my parents had those handles in 1953 they are bungalow style
Satin would've looked less shiny, way too much reflective shimmer. The hardware is horrible they didn't look right before you painted, definitely look horrible no matter what color you put on them .. I thought you would use some of the knobs you found in Texas, those are really nice..
The ceramic knobs are so pretty! They pull it all together...
So much work, so many little details. You deserve the handles you like!
I have that same paint sprayer. I just wanted to make sure you knew you can twist the head on the front of the sprayer so you don’t have to turn your arm to the right.
What kind of sprayer is it? I was trying to find a link but I wasn't having any luck.
@@margiebramer2384 it’s one of the Grayco Magnum Airless sprayers. There are a couple of models. I have the exact one Macenna uses. It really is great. I painted 3 sets of outdoor iron furniture all the same color so it coordinates even though they are different sets.
I always wondered what happens to the grass after getting paint on it?
It will get cut and they'll lose it after about 2 cuts but she should have put a tarp down to protect it.
Love the hinges black, they blend right in.
So right about the knobs. They do give a western vibe
Omg you are so funny “we have to regroup” ❤️
The cupboards look great now.....Do you not use sugar soap to clean before painting? It is specifically for de-greasing. After a light sanding to give surfaces a key, so the paint can stick. Then sugar soap really gets any shine off ..😀🇬🇧
A hammered metal simply calls for an antique finish, so even an antiqued pewter would fit color-wise. However, the design (shape + size) is quite chunky and while this wasn't so prominent while the hardware was black, painting it in pewter made it look oversized and cheap. The knob you tried last definitely looks better.
The color of the cabinets is beautiful, brings warmth to the space, and fits so well with the backsplash and the floor tile. Excellent choice :)
Thanks for the tip on hanging cabinet doors with cup hooks at 5:00 to spray paint!
Lol. When you said “western”, I started seeing what you’re seeing and I cannot unseen it anymore. I totally agree with you in changing the color of the knobs. I love the cabinet colors! I don’t know it I missed it but did you end you end up with satin or semi gloss?
Looks like semi
they are hammered. thats why. my parents had them in their 1953 bungalow
I might b the only one who really liked your old cabinet color! Lol it just made the kitchen feel light and airy. It looks dark and really dated, especially with the backsplash.
Cabinet new color is a excellent choice. I agree 💯 correct on those knobs. 😊
I love how you went for it and decided it’s not right . Sometimes I don’t do things because of extra work , but we wouldn’t know unless we try first . You put great stopping point on the videos . I’m working on a project that’s taking longer than anticipated but I’m not mad because you Macenna gave me different perspective in life . Thank you so much 🙏🏽
I don’t blame you for wanting to renovate after the cottage! The cottage is perfect
Respectfully love watching, but dark cabinets in a galley kitchen I just would never. But all that matters is that you like it.
Btw a kneeling pad is a lifesaver! Also thought the black hardware looked fine!
That cabinet hardware was very popular in the 50’s
When I was a very young child our cabinets had those in copper.
I don’t like them either..
I regretted painting dark colour my kitchen cabinets as they are showing even water droplets (as we have a hard water). Hope you enjoy yours xxxx
I have an apartment with brown painted kitchen cabinets. They show everything.
She did say eventually they would be replacing them.
I have had dark, light, and in between. They all show stuff. We just have to wipe them down as needed.
Wonder if you could put that wax that they have out now and then buff them to keep water stain off because she’s not going to use them again when she upgrads her kitchen. I think I have seen her use it in the cottage or that might have been Drew from Lone Fox?
I'm so glad I saw these comments. I've been thinking about doing a dark color for mine, but we have very hard water here in Florida. Y'all saved me a lot of time and heartache!
What if you paint the handles the same color as the cabinets... just to get through until renovation
I second the less shine in the cabinet paint, then go from there.
I'm sorry for laughing at your pain, but I've had this moment SO MANY TIMES with my friends while we're doing DIYs that I had to giggle! SO relatable. I'm sure you'll figure it out though. The cabinet colour is *chef's kiss* spectacular though!
Lovely colour but really shows how rough the cabinets are
There's something so nice about seeing you and Romeo complete these tasks together. I know I don't actually know you lol, but I just feel so happy for you both that you're taking such significant steps towards your life dreams lately. Gives me the warm fuzzies!
aww thank you so much!