Dining Nook Furniture

I already have a 6-seater dining table in my breakfast nook. I want some low benches with plenty of cushions and transform the dining into a conversation area. Any idea of where I can get low benches or any other ideas on what to do with the space?

As for the low benches try jcp.com or grandinroad.com. As for what else to do with it is according to your family's lifestyle and what suits you best. Have fun.

2009-01-29 05:51:54 by minnie

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I have a light colored wood dining table and 6 chairs that I would like to paint black.
I know that all pieces need to be sanded and primed before painting. And then you seal it.
But this table has turned legs and other little nooks and crannies so I am thinking it may not be so easy to paint...
I have never painted furniture before, is this a bad idea - should I just buy a new set?
Or if I can DIY, what is better paint and brush or spray paint?

1Work in a well-ventilated area. Paint fumes are toxic and can be very potent in an enclosed area. Working in an open garage or outside will offer the best ventilation.
Step2Sand any rough spots on the furniture with a light sandpaper. Ensure that the finish is nice and smooth, with no signs of peeling paint or bumps. Use a damp cloth to remove any dust from the furniture.
Step3Remove any hardware from the furniture. Drawer pulls are easily removed with a screwdriver. Insert the screws back into the pulls once they are removed so that the screws are not lost. Put all hardware in a plastic bag.
Step4Prime the furniture with a primer that is tinted the same color as your paint. Using tinted primer will allow fewer coats of paint. Priming is especially important on surfaces that have never been painted before, laminates or anything that is stained badly.
Step5Use a small roller for untextured surfaces. The roller is extremely easy to use and rather quick. You will not have brush strokes in your finished surface when you use a roller.
Step6Roll the paint onto the furniture using even strokes. Do not apply the paint too thickly, or it will run. It is better to do several light finishes than one thick finish. Wait for the paint to dry in between coats.
Step7Allow the furniture plenty of time to dry. Do not place anything on top of the furniture for at least a week. The paint will appear dry but will remain somewhat tacky and can be easily marred for about a week. Replace the hardware after the paint has dried.
Update the hardware on your furniture for a big change.

Allow the paint to dry fully, or it will scrape and ding easily.

Paint only in well-ventilated areas.

2009-01-16 21:05:29 by Amy

Price: $399.99 $199.99

This hand carved set is made of solid pine wood.
Dimensions: Table: 48"x30"x30"H .
5 Pc. Set Cherry & Cream White Finish Solid Pine Wood Dining Room Kitchen Table and 4 Chairs.

I have an open space family/kitchen combo (no half wall separating the family/kitchen.

1) My first question is, what can you suggest for wall color, and should I use one color for both rooms? Also, if I want to use 2 different colors, should I build a half wall between the family room and kitchen to create a division or that would still be considered 1 room? The other thing is the flooring. My family room flooring is carpet and kitchen is vinyl but both are taupe color. Given this should I separate the 2 rooms and should I then build a half wall between 2 rooms to create 2 different spaces. what colors then you would recommend for these. I have attached an image.



2) My kitchen cabinets are orangee oak and the countertop has flecks of black, taupe and orange. But you cannot really notice the orange flecks. My appliances are black/stainless steel combo. I have silver finish on my accent lights and chandelier lights on my kitchen nook which looks more contemporary.

My family room has khaki/green colors on the sofa and the entertainment center/bookcases and accent table are orangee as well (same color as kitchen cabinets). This leads to my second question, if I want to change the color of my furniture in my family room into dark walnut by staining my existing furniture, would the entire space still be unified since kitchen cabinets and breakfast nook dining table/chairs are lighter and orangee? . Do I still have to keep them unified if I paint 2 different colors in the 2 rooms?


The third question is, I am not sure if I have traditional kitchen and a comtemporary family room. Can you mix both if they are an open space or it would only be okay to do this if I create a half wall between 2 rooms. I'm thinking of going contemporary on my family room with the furniture pieces since my existing sofa and the 1 1/2 chair I have are reclining and have a geometric pattern. so I would think they are more contemporary than traditional.

Hopefuly, I didn't confuse you or overwhelm you with my questions.

I'm really only confused about one thing, and that is that it appears that you "want" to separate the spaces even though they are open to one another. If that's the case, then build the half-wall and choose two colors for the newly divided spaces.

Your kitchen is Traditional, and it appears the adjoining rooms are Traditionally decorated as well.

Changing the color of your furniture in any room - dining or living, does not necessitate a change in your built-ins.

Now, let me make some suggestions. First of all, the open concept is a great one in making a home have more visual space. Open concepts typically dictate that wall colors be similar if not the same for that very reason.

If you want a more contemporary look, change out the furniture to more sleek, tailored lines. Paint the walls a much darker color and take your color cues from what you currently have. Green seems to be a good choice, given the Golden Oak cabinets and furniture. In the kitchen, contemporary means that less is more. Remove clutter from surfaces and rely on just a few decorative pieces to make the space come alive. If you prefer a tone-on-tone look (monochromatic) then opt for a golden yellow shade for painting, and add black accessories.

Bottom line is that if you want to change styles, you're going to have to make some furniture changes, window covering changes, new art etc. which can be costly. If you're content with your living area style, keep what you have and paint those walls a warm vibrant color. You're fighting with the white walls now, and until you give them some color, you're not going to be satisfied.

Probably not what you wanted to hear, but your photo was descriptive of what you have going on. I think your home would be wonderfully beautiful with some nice color on the walls and some punches of color where you now have white (curtains, pillows etc.).
maybe if you want more information,You can refer to this blog which show you an article about CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN and Kitchen backsplash Ideas:
(if those website not change)


Contemporary Kitchen BLOG:
http://contemporarykitchen-backsplashide as.blogspot.com

How to get Kitchen Backsplash Ideas for your Kitchen Article (enzinearticle):
http://kitchen-backsplash-ideas2.blogspo t.com/

Great Kitchen Question and Answer Blog:
http://kitchen-question-answer.blogspot. com

Source(S)
CONTEMPORARY Kitchen Backsplash Ideas Blog
http://contemporarykitchen-backsplashide as.blogspot.com

Hope that helps, post back if need be- regards

2009-07-06 17:10:05 by Subra

Price: $459.99 $399.99

Help to utilize the dining space
Storage under nook corner bench
Constructed of mdf

About 320 sq.feet. french doors going into the family room you will see the fire place from the dining room, kitchen off to other side. My house is decorated rustic,which I dont want to change. The design ideas need to fit into a rustic,cabin like feel.
Ideas from colors,designs,wall hanging,lay-out furniture ect..
Because the room is large I could welcome a corner coffee nook or sitting area?

This room planner may help you.
http://www.homelement.com/contents/room_ planner.html

Good luck!

2007-12-24 06:03:52 by rmomala

My boyfriend and i are closing a deal on our new house and are going shopping for furniture next week. He isn't much of a planner at all, if it was up to him...we'd get to the store and he'd pick out a bunch of mismatch items because he'd be in a hurry to get out of the store. I, on the other hand, am a freak about planning and like have everything in order. So i'm making a list of furniture we'll need for our house; we're going with none of the basics.

So i was wondering what any of you would suggest? I have a pretty long list already but i have the feeling like i'm missing things.

For rooms we have:
-5 bedrooms (one of which is for a 2 year old)
-3.5 bathrooms
-living room
-dining room
-breakfast nook
-kitchen
-laundry/utility room
-family room
-porch


Really, any suggestions or anything you could think of would be great. I'm just trying to cover the bases so we're not thrown out into the deep end when we get to the stores haha.

Start small, your taste may change and you will get an idea of what you want when you've lived in the house a little.

I'd start with the basics for the bedrooms (bed, dresser, nightstand), a kitchen table and the living room (couch, coffee table, tv stand). If you buy everything at once, you may end up with more than you need or realize a month later you would have preferred something else.

Check out online furinture stores before you go. It gives you an idea of what is out there, so you can figure out your taste and the costs.

Suggestions:
www.ikea.com
www.potterybarn.com
www.ethanallen.com
www.thomasville.com

2008-11-02 19:31:22 by Court2114