Is it obvious to you all yet that I am incapable of just sitting back and wasting time on a weekend?!? I am already planning our work for next weekend. I have a four day weekend and plan to finish painting the staircase. The husband has a three day weekend so we would like to tackle a project we have talked about for quite some time: Adding beadboard to our island.
I had wanted this since day one and I don’t think the husband realized the potential until he saw my friend’s island last time we were in Denver. And since she hasn’t bragged about it yet, I am going to for her! Her whole house is gorgeous and I love her kitchen. Check out her handiwork on her island (it was previously the same dark walnut colored wood as the rest of her kitchen cabinets).
There are two dilemmas I am currently faced with.
1} Should the beadboard be white or black? I think I prefer black right now with our current decor, but if I think long-term I would definitely want white {with glazing like the above photos to tie in to the current cabinets}. Especially if my dream ever comes true about the white kitchen and hardwood floors. The white would also work best with our dining room table {it is white with a glaze on it}.
2} Do we paint the cabinets of the island the same color as the beadboard? My vote is 100% yes but the husband is a little hesitant.
Here are some inspiration photos so you can help me decide!
Before and after from Thrifty Decor Chick:
Other random islands from Decorpad showing the two-toned islands and kitchens:
Another thing we need suggestions and input on: how do you finish of the corners? We aren’t really sure how these all look so nice and how the beadboard is cut so perfectly. Any feedback is appreciated!
Leave a Reply