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8 Reasons To Go Gray With Gorgeous Gray Kitchen Cabinets

In our recent blog, 3 Reasons Why White Cabinets Are A Wonderful Choice, we talked about the universal and timeless appeal of white kitchens. With that said, there are other equally lovely options that offer the neutrality of white — with a little something extra. According to Better Homes & Gardens, “Gray is the neutral of the moment… with no signs of cooling off.”

Don’t be afraid to go gray! Here are gorgeous gray kitchen cabinets that are on point and potentially perfect for your home.

Midtown Shaker

This sophisticated collection combines the clean, classic lines of Shaker style with a modern gray finish. In addition to dark and white cabinets, Midtown Shaker cabinets come in Dark Gray, Light Gray, or a painted graphite gray finish.

Natural Gray Shaker

Also in the Shaker style, our Natural Gray kitchen cabinets feature a stunning medium-gray stain and full overlay doors. Crafted from solid birch, these cabinets will stand the test of time thanks to a waterborne UV finish by Sherwin Williams.

Heather Gray Shaker

With recessed square panel doors and a lovely gray stain that highlights the natural wood grain, Heather Gray Shaker cabinets have a rustic feel that will warm the heart of the home.

Highland Dove Gray

Painted in an exquisite Sherwin Williams finish, these raised panel cabinets combine traditional elements with contemporary style, making Highland Dove Gray a perfect choice for any space.

Union Gray

With recessed panel doors and a matching drawer fronts, plus a durable catalytic conversion topcoat, our Union Gray kitchen cabinets have a slightly modern touch that is perfect for transitional homes. Pair with Union White cabinets for a trendy, two-tone look.

Roosevelt

The Roosevelt collection has options in both a light Dove Gray and a deeper Steel Gray. Well crafted with an exceptional painted finish, these gray kitchen cabinets are classy and quite distinctive.

Society Shaker

The Society Shaker Series comes in several tasteful hues, including Dove Gray and Steel Gray. Both options feature quality craftsmanship, with solid maple doorframes and a full overlay design. Simplicity at its finest.

Providence

If you think our Providence White cabinets are wonderful, you should see this collection in Natural Gray or Slate Gray. Made from Eucalyptus Grandis, the entire Providence series is uniquely gorgeous, with beautiful wood graining and a universally appealing recessed square door style.

If you are building or remodeling and are curious to see how gray kitchen cabinets would look in your home, contact the expert designers at Willow Lane Cabinetry and take advantage of our free online kitchen and room design service.

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3 Reasons Why White Cabinets Are A Wonderful Choice

There is just something wonderful about white cabinets. Maybe it’s the fact that, according to color theory, white represents cleanliness and happiness — two positive traits that are most certainly welcome when designing a home. Or as the focal point in a room, white cabinets reflect light, and can make even the smallest kitchen or bath appear more spacious. There are so many reasons to love white cabinets, but here are a few more of our favorites.

White cabinets are great for resale value.

Whether you are thinking of remodeling your kitchen for resale or for your own pleasure, you want to be sure there will be a return on investment (ROI) — now and down the road. According to the Remodeling Impact Report from the National Association of REALTORS®, designing a white kitchen is the easiest way to add value to your home. While trends come and go, white cabinets are a timeless and smart choice that is universally appealing.

White cabinets are incredibly versatile.

Depending on the types of cabinets you choose, white cabinets work equally well in traditional, transitional, and even contemporary home designs. While you’ll often see white raised panel or Shaker cabinets featured in a charming farmhouse kitchen makeover (think HGTV’s Fixer Upper), Euro slab cabinets like our Urban White collection feature frameless doors and a high-gloss finish for more modern sensibilities.

White cabinets are a true work or art.

Think of white cabinets as the ultimate blank canvas. The perfect neutral backdrop to make your personal touches pop, white pairs beautifully with every color of the rainbow. When you opt for white cabinets in your kitchen, bath, home office, laundry room, or TV room, the possibilities for wall color, cabinet hardware, countertops, flooring, appliances, light fixtures, and home décor become virtually endless.

If you are building or remodeling and are curious to see how white cabinets would look in your home, contact the expert designers at Willow Lane Cabinetry and take advantage of our free online kitchen and room design service. The secret to getting that TV or magazine quality look is just a few clicks away.

Magnificent Ways To Incorporate Marble In The Kitchen

A natural stone backsplash, countertop or flooring can add layers of modern elegance to your kitchen. We especially love the look of marble. With its swirls and specks of cool grey or warm brown, it creates a unique piece of artwork right in the heart of the home. But some home designers will advise to limit marble to low-traffic areas. While natural stone is scratch and stain prone, it is possible to use marble in high traffic areas like the kitchen as long as you are okay with a little upkeep — or like the story a bit of wear and tear tells.

Are you ready to bring this natural stone into your kitchen design? Discover a few magnificent ways to incorporate marble in the kitchen.

Marble Tile Backsplash

A natural stone backsplash is such an eye-catching addition to a modern kitchen design. At Willow Lane Cabinetry, we have a few selections to choose from that will blend in beautifully with your cabinets.

Carrara White Basketweave Backsplash

This polished marble is imported from Italy and features a decorative basketweave pattern in frosty white and grey hues. The tiles arrive in mesh-mounted sheets for easy installation and have a water absorption of less than 0.5%, which make them safe for backsplashes, countertops and flooring.

Arabescato Carrara with Black Marble Basketweave Pattern

Another beautiful basketweave patterned backsplash is this Arabescato Carrara. In addition to the traditional grey and white tones, this tile also features black accents that make the marble really pop.

Quartzite Countertops

While marble offers a very rare type of beauty, it is not without flaws. When a homeowner is set on the look of natural stone countertops, but worries about the upkeep and longevity, quartzite is a great alternative. Quartzite won’t etch like marble, yet the resemblance to marble is uncanny. In fact, most people are unable to recognize any difference at all.

For reference, take a look at the quartzite countertops from Willow Lane Cabinetry. You’ll see how the natural variation in design and pattern creates a unique look much like marble. Installed already sealed, these countertops are scratch, heat and stain resistant. The sealer even comes with a lifetime limited warranty and no resealing is ever required on your part.

Marble Tile Flooring

When installed and sealed properly, marble can make your floors truly breathtaking. Two of our top styles from Willow Lane Cabinetry are the Carrara White Subway Tile and Arabescato Carrara Herringbone Patterned Tile.

Carrara White Subway Tile

This 6” x 12” Carrara Subway Tile is a favorite for flooring because of its subtle grey veins and polished finish. Italian Carrara marble comes in a variety of different sizes, but we have a soft spot for this subway tile in kitchen floors.

Arabescato Carrara Herringbone Patterned Tile

Another magnificent marble flooring option is the Arabescato Carrara Herringbone Pattern. This style features a soft white background, with marble’s iconic grey swirls and veins, and a honed finished. Your order will arrive with a mesh backing for easy installation.

Keep Your Kitchen Looking Like New With Proper Maintenance

No matter what material you use in the kitchen, it is always a good rule of thumb to wipe away water or spills as quickly as possible. Avoid abrasive cleaning products or tools (a soft cloth, a little baking soda, and some warm water can usually do the job). Don’t put hot pots or pans on the countertop, always use a cutting board when slicing or dicing, and use cup holders regularly.

5 Fabulous Frozen Cocktail Ideas For Late Summer

With summer nearing its end, there’s no better time to unwind with your favorite cocktail in frozen form. Whether you’re enjoying your beverage outside or in the A/C — cocktails that incorporate fresh, seasonal fruit are sure to quench your thirst! Be sure to keep your bar cabinets stocked with summer essentials, and enjoy these fabulous frozen cocktails before summer passes us by.

Piña Colada

“If you like Piña Coladas” — then whip one up today! This summer staple makes you feel like you’re on a tropical vacation in your own backyard. Simply blend rum, fresh pineapple chunks, coconut cream, and freshly squeezed lime juice with ice, and enjoy one of the greatest frozen cocktails of all time.

Frozen Margarita

A classic drink that you can easily make at home; put a spin on the traditional Frozen Margarita by adding seasonal fruit to the mix. Experiment with mango, watermelon, or strawberries, along with tequila, triple sec, freshly squeezed lime juice, and ice.

Frozen Daiquiri

The perfect adult beverage to sip by the pool, add the fresh fruit of your choice to Frozen Daiquiris. Blend strawberries, peaches, or banana with rum, lime juice, ice and simple syrup. Click here for a Simple Syrup recipe from Food & Wine.

Mojito Slushy

The ultimate summer refresher, Mojitos are made by by mixing white rum, soda water, fresh muddled mint, and freshly squeezed lime juice. For a fun twist, blend these ingredients with ice for a Mojito Slushy — a refreshing way to beat the heat.

Wine Slushy

It’s the simple things that make life sweet. This frozen adult beverage starts with your favorite wine (red or white). Just add ice and blend — what could be easier or more refreshing? The perfect cocktail for late summer get-togethers, opt for Sangria and add some fresh summer fruit, as well. Peaches pair well with white Sangria, and citrus fruits with red.

Savor the last few weeks of summer, and keep your bar cabinets stocked with everything you need to whip up these fabulous frozen cocktails when friends come to call. For a family-friendly gathering, blend up any of these beverages minus the alcohol (for the Wine Slushy, use grape juice as a substitute). Decorate glasses with summery garnishes (think fruit wedges and mint sprigs), little umbrellas, and salt/sugar rims.

How To Design A Master Bathroom Fit For Royalty

There was a lot of excitement surrounding the Royal Wedding this past summer. Every time we turned on the television or flipped through a magazine, we were treated to visions of Givenchy wedding gowns, St. George’s Chapel, and lemon sponge cake with butter cream frosting and elderflower syrup. Can you blame us for falling in love with all things Royal? And while we can’t all live at Windsor Castle, we can have a master bathroom fit for a King or Queen. With a little inspiration (and help from Willow Lane Cabinetry) you can transform your master bathroom into the royal retreat of your dreams.

A Strong Foundation

Tile is the obvious choice for bathroom flooring, but for a luxurious look, opt for marble. Consider a soft white marble herringbone pattern, or a black marble basket weave mosaic for an elegant master bath. Other options include porcelain tile with gray or warm gold veining that realistically mimics the appearance of marble. Reminiscent of fine natural stone, porcelain is durable and impervious to water, making it an excellent choice for bathrooms.

A Charming Color Palette

Ultra Violet, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2018, is a fitting choice. Shades of purple have always been associated with wealth, status and luxury, as it was extremely expensive to produce the dye that created this rich hue. During the rein of Queen Elizabeth I, only close members of the royal family were permitted to wear purple. Today, purple looks absolutely elegant in the home. Other colors associated with royalty and suitable for master bathroom walls include:

Yellow Gold
Rose Gold
Royal Blue
Emerald Green
Burgundy

Bathroom Vanity Cabinets

While the throne is important, the focal point of a master bathroom is the cabinetry. Look for sophisticated details that will elevate your space. For example, a rich glaze on antique white cabinets that accents traditional raised panel doors, or cabinetry with a dark finish, complimented by decorative embellishments such as moldings, corbels and glass mullion doors. Add traditional brass or brushed pewter pulls and faucets to complete the Royal look.

Royal Accents

Carefully selected finishing touches are the crowning glory of any master bathroom. When designing a bathroom fit for royalty, these elements might include a claw foot tub, traditional towel rings and bath hardware, filigree wall sconces, a crystal chandelier, gilded mirrors above bathroom vanity cabinets, damask drapery, toile wallpaper, high-end area rugs, or a well-placed antique wingback chair.

3 Cabinet Choices That Are Both Trendy And Timeless

Some cabinet styles look fresh and contemporary. Others lean more towards traditional. But some styles sit nicely somewhere in between, for the best of both worlds. Here are a few of our favorite transitional cabinet choices that are both trendy and timeless.

Classic White Cabinets

There is just something special about white cabinets. Since the 1920s, when white kitchens were the ultimate must-have (thanks to their bright and clean look and feel), white has stood the test of time. According to a recent survey by the National Kitchen and Bath Association, white cabinets continually top the popularity list with both homeowners and prospective buyers. Whether you prefer a crisp white finish, creamy off-white, or even glazed antique white cabinets, you can’t go wrong with this classic choice.

Simple Shaker Cabinets

While other types of cabinets come in and out of fashion, Shaker cabinetry stands its ground, thanks to simple lines and a focus on function. Shaker cabinetry can be anything you want it to be. You’ll find this style in charming farmhouse kitchens, coastal bathrooms, urban home offices, rustic TV rooms, and the list goes on and on. Talk about versatility! Rest assured, regardless of the age, location, or style of your home, Shaker cabinetry will compliment any room design.

Seamless Euro Slab Cabinets

Minimalist by nature, Euro Slab cabinets feature a frameless door front that allows for full access and maximum storage space. While these types of cabinets tend to look sleek and modern in a dark espresso finish, they take on a completely different vibe in white! As we mentioned earlier, white cabinets are universally appealing, and when paired with a frameless Euro Slab door, you can achieve a seamless look that flows beautifully in a transitional space.

Other elements that work well in a transitional design include glass front cabinet doors, built-in wine racks, natural stone or solid surface countertops, subway tile backsplashes, porcelain or marble tile flooring, stainless steel appliances, and mixing cabinet finishes for your cabinets and kitchen island. All of these choices are timeless yet trendy, and would add the finishing touches to a space that falls perfectly in-between modern and traditional.

5 Classic Color Combos For A Timeless Home

If the theme of your home is either traditional or transitional, keeping things timeless is always a priority. These designs are often chosen for their classic style and ability to progress seamlessly from one decade to the next. When designing a kitchen in a timeless home, color is clearly a factor, as shades can easily come into popularity one year and go out the next. Here are a few classic combinations to consider for your kitchen’s color scheme.

Black and White

What is more time-honored than classic black and white? This color combo makes a statement while simultaneously being simple, which is why it has faired so well over the years. Creating this design in your kitchen is easy, as you could go with either white cabinets or black cabinets, and build from there. You’ll find endless selections of stunning tile backsplashes and creative flooring options that allow you to uniquely mix and match these two colors.

Grey, Off-White and Beige

Layer your neutrals and create a calming and classic color scheme in your kitchen with dark grey, silky off-white, and sandy beige. When working with these shades, stick to either grey or creamy white cabinets. From there, use paint colors, flooring, and countertops to create the foundation for your grey, off-white and beige kitchen.

Navy, Grey and White

Whether your kitchen has country, English, or nautical vibes, these shades will speak to you. Both classic and versatile, navy, grey, and white look great in the kitchen and will maintain their appeal for years to come. If you want your design to make a big splash, rich navy walls are definitely show stopping, when paired with light grey or crisp white cabinets.

Green, White and Brown

This color scheme exudes a natural, outdoorsy feel that is understated and welcoming. Green, white and brown can create a beautiful beach-house ambiance and transform your kitchen into a tropical oasis. Let natural wood or white cabinets set the tone and then accent the room with green walls, window treatments, or decorative plants. You could even shake things up with a sage green kitchen island. While colorful, this combination remains classic and can even be balanced out with the addition of black cabinets or other dark elements.

Navy, White, and Yellow

Like black and white, navy and white is a classic, and can be complemented with both neutral colors like grey as well as bright hues such as yellow. Some homeowners even prefer navy and white to black and white, as it is a little softer and more dynamic.

Navy, white, and yellow are an ocean-inspired palette that is particularly appealing for kitchens. To create this classic color scheme, pair deep sea blue with bright white and sunny yellow. Together, these colors remind us of summer days while maintaining a cool and clean aesthetic.

How To Transform An Unfinished Basement Into The Ultimate Man Cave For Dad

Dad deserves more than some grilling tools or a new golf club. This Father’s Day, surprise him with something really special — like a space in your home to call his own! It’s time that unfinished basement finally went to good use! With Willow Lane Cabinetry’s extensive collection, you’ll have no problem choosing cabinets and creating storage solutions for all his favorite things. From bar room cabinetry to TV room cabinetry, we have just what you need to design the ultimate man cave for the #1 guy in your life.

Fine Tune Your Master Plan

Before you get into the details, brainstorm what your general idea for the room might be. If Dad is a big sports guy, an awesome entertainment center should be the focus for his man cave. If he loves poker night with the boys, a card table and custom bar should steal the show. Knowing how dad is going to use this room is important when creating a layout, choosing cabinets, and determining what type of storage solutions you will need.

Create A Layout For The Room

When designing any room, you never want to go into the project blind. It’s important to create a layout for the room first. Whether you are transforming an unfinished basement or another space in your home, you’ll need a plan to guide you.

If interior design and home repair is fairly foreign to you (or you could just use some help getting started), take advantage of our free room design services. A professional designer from our team will help you begin your design and finish it. Let us know you’re building the ultimate man cave and we’ll help you with choosing cabinets, provide you with a custom layout, bring your idea to life with photorealistic renderings, and give you an itemized list so you know exactly what you need and how much it costs.

Balance Comfort With Style

While style might lead in many of your home design choices, comfort is king in a man cave. For instance, let’s say recliners have been banned from your living room. This is where they get the free pass.

It’s important to remember who you are designing the room for — and that their priorities are likely very different from yours. It’s also important for this room to feel significantly different than the rest of the home, so that it truly looks and feels like dad’s hideout.

Share Your Surprise In A Thoughtful Way

Since keeping the construction of your man cave may be borderline impossible, you’ll want to find another way to break the good news to Dad on Father’s Day. Some creative ideas include:

Presenting his layout and renderings in a folder or having them framed
Ordering a custom sign for his man cave and wrapping it up with a note inside
Gifting him a few sample cabinet doors as a teaser and inviting him to help with choosing cabinets and designing his new room

Any way you surprise Dad with his man cave will be a good way, and your thoughtful gift will be appreciated for many years to come!

How To Create A Lovely Gallery Wall In The Living Room

Put your favorite artwork or photographs on display with a professional looking gallery wall right in your living room. All you need is a collection of pieces you love, a few frames, and a little direction.

Whether you’re working around a television and need help choosing cabinets, or have a blank wall as your canvas, these tips will help you to create a lovely gallery wall for your home.

Pick Your Pieces

You may already have artwork in your possession that you’d like to incorporate into your gallery wall. Ideally, you would have at least three or four pieces to work with. That being said, you may need to go shopping. When shopping for artwork, it’s good to take a photo of any pieces you’ve already secured to eliminate guesswork.

As a guide, develop a palette of colors that complement each other and your living room. While you will want to have some direction to help you navigate, there’s no need to strive for perfection or look for “matching” pieces.

Mix it Up To Show Your Style

Your gallery wall should reflect your style, so don’t be afraid to combine photos and paintings of various shapes and sizes if that is what speaks to you. Your home should not feel like a museum, so move away from the idea of monotony. Instead, embrace the art that complements your home and appeals to your taste. If that’s fusing black and white photos with colorful paintings, there is nothing wrong with that.

Mixing media is actually encouraged, as it makes your gallery wall unique, and it allows your art to make the departure from “just décor” to something more purposeful.

Add A Personal Touch

Your gallery wall can showcase more than just great art. It can also tell a story — your story, to be exact. There are many ways to add a personal touch to your gallery wall. You can include photos of your travels, artwork bought while on vacation, prints from museums you’ve visited, or even maps of your favorite cities.

Lead With The Layout

You always want to determine the layout before hanging any art on the wall. Thankfully, a gallery wall can go wherever you want, whether it’s framing your television or filling in a completely blank space.

If you love the look of artwork around your TV room cabinetry, keep this goal in mind when choosing cabinets. You will want to select a clean style such as Shaker cabinets that won’t overpower your gallery wall. Incorporating some open shelving can also accent your artwork by adding décor that complements the colors.

Once you’ve established what furniture you’ll be working around, do a flat arrangement on your floor with the proposed layout. If you want to be extra accurate, you can use painter’s tape to measure out the area and even account for your cabinets, television, side tables or any other furniture. You want to keep at least eight inches between any furniture and artwork, so this exercise can really come in handy.

Take a few photos with your cellphone to get a good idea of the finished project. Once you’ve found an arrangement that you like, you can begin hanging your artwork piece by piece.

5 Tips For Decorating With White

Whether your decorating style is traditional or modern, white can add a fresh and airy vibe in the home. There are countless options when it comes to this versatile neutral, from the seamless beauty of an all-white bathroom, to the high-contrast drama that comes from pairing white with black in your kitchen remodel.

Some homeowners shy away from white in fear that it is too stark and sterile. But in reality, white can create a beautiful blank canvas that lets your personal style pop. Anything but basic, there are more shades of white than you could possibly imagine. They key when decorating with white is to pick the shade that compliments your home best.

Here are five tips for decorating with white, for inspiration.

Think In Layers

The biggest mistake homeowners make when decorating with white is strictly sticking to one shade. It doesn’t matter if you’re tackling a kitchen remodel or just redecorating a living room — no matter the project, you have to think in layers. Adding subtle variations in shade, such as cream, ivory, and maybe even a hint of beige, helps to add dimension to your space

Getting Warmer

A crisp white room may tend to be cold. If you opt for white walls and furniture, add warmth with hardwood floors. To keep your room light and bright, choose a natural finish, or something with a translucent stain in a white, soft brown or gray tone. Popular options include maple, oak, and hickory.

Add Texture

Including texture in your decorating is a sure-fire way to add visual interest to a white room while still keeping things neutral. Natural elements like linen throw pillows, knit blankets, burlap lampshades, bamboo table runners, canvas curtains, stone or solid surface countertops, or a chunky jute area rug, can all add texture while staying true to your light color scheme.

Wall Treatments
Another way to add texture and visual interest is by installing a decorative wall treatment in white. In a bathroom or kitchen remodel, there is no better choice than a tile backsplash. Options include beautiful Cristezza Club Glass Tile in Bright White, or Water Jet Glass Tile in Ornamental Bright White. Creamy white Shiplap is also an excellent choice for a large, empty wall in a TV room, laundry room, or home office.
Furniture Finds
When it comes to decorating, the furniture you fill your room with is just as important as the paint on your walls. Look for painted bar stools with caned seats, light seagrass chairs, sofas with washable canvas slipcovers, and, of course, white cabinetry! Regardless of the room, white is a timeless choice for cabinetry, but especially true when completing a kitchen remodel.