Is your old kitchen in need of a kitchen remodel? Moving into an old house can be exciting and scary at the same time. Old homes have some unforeseen issues, yes, but they come with so much more that you can’t get in new construction. Things were built differently. They are very sturdy and have so much craftsmanship and detail. Doing a remodel in an old home can pose it’s own set of challenges, and some of those include how to get a “new” space without loosing that old feel that made you decide to move in. Here’s how you can keep your kitchen remodel in line with the era of your home, and still be up to date!

Give your New Kitchen Remodel The Old Kitchen Feel

Research the Era

This is one of the most important things you can do if you’re trying to keep the original charm of the old kitchen in your new kitchen remodel. Find what the styles were at the time your home was built, and let that guide you!

Subway Tile

Subway tile is a classic look that has been around for decades upon decades. You typically can’t go wrong with this type of tile if you’re looking for a historic look.

Wood Cabinets

While some cabinets in old kitchens were painted, the majority of them would be stained wood. If you’re looking for that historic character, go back to the roots with a beautiful solid wood cabinet like the one seen above. You can still add more modern elements, like the marble countertop, without losing the history. If you don’t want stained cabinets, the next best option would be a paint with a glaze. this definitly gives the vintage look.

Solid Hardwood

Solid hardwood flooring was the standard in historic old kitchens. You can obvioulsy go with a laminate or LVT that imitate the look, but for the real historic feel, nothing beats the smell and feel of natural hardwood.  

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Brick Tile

Brick tile is another one of my favorite design elements that look great when updating an old kitchen. The exposed brick look always makes me think of the industrial revolution and most older homes had brick behind their walls, so it would be common for some to become exposed over years of wear and tear.

Farm Sinks

Farm sinks are one of my pieces for a farmhouse, antique, vintage or historic kitchen. They were the standard in earlier days for their functionality, and have luckily made a comeback in recent years. I love the size and look of them. They definitly make an impact!

BeadBoard

Bead board on the walls is a great alternative for wall tile. It’s fairly inexpensive, easy to install and looks great. It also gives your new kitchen the old kitchen feel.

Butcherblock

Many old kitchens had wood or butcherblock countertops. Granite did not become popular until the 80’s, so it’s not exactly era appropriate. That is not to say that you can’t use it. If you feature enough elements to give your new kitchen the old kitchen vibe, it wont matter. However, I love butcherblock and think that it’s a great addition to any kitchen.

It’s in the details

To get the look of a vintage, old kitchen, it’s all about the details. Finding antique spice racks, vintage containers or old world islands will be great additions and give your kitchen the historic character you’re looking for. What do you plan on putting in your new kitchen to keep it looking like the old kitchen?

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