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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 21:46:59 GMT
Ok so you know we are remodeling our camper. The new subfloor is in and we are going to reload everything into it and hook everything back up so we can camp in it in less than two weeks. The countertop installer will be here on Wednesday to measure, give us a quote, and help us pick out new tops. I have decided that I'm not painting the cabinets. The cabinets are really in good condition and I've heard nothing but horror stories of camper painted cabinets. My kitchen cabinets at home are painted and they are constantly chipping so I am taking that as a sign that painting the cabinets would just be a mistake. We are going to install new hardware though. However, there are 4 upper cabinets like shown in the picture below. I know it's kind of hard to make out but the center of the upper cabinets has this black tinted glass in the center. I think this makes the whole thing look heavy. I want to do something in just those centers. Jeremy has suggested using white etching cream. But first, that seems messy and I'm really unsure that will do anything to update the look anyway. I had a thought that since the refrigerator door has a fake wood look that doesn't match the cabinets, I was going to cover the front with a patterned self stick wallpaper. How do you think this would look in these centers? Or do you have another idea for how we can improve the look? All feedback welcome.   |
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Post by lisae on Sept 4, 2023 21:52:30 GMT
Honestly, I like them as they are. You have a black stove and microwave. They match. I think they would look odd in some other color. You could put in clear glass but then you would see what was in there. I would not change them.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Sept 4, 2023 21:55:52 GMT
As far as I know all the etching cream I have just "scores" the glass, by making it look frosty. You could try inexpensive contact from Dollar Tree before you buy expensive. Oh wait, I just remembered there are all sorts of allover patterns or border patterns type cling that goes on glass.. like you put on a bathroom window instead of curtains to block the view.. that would provide a more whiter look.. I bought mine at Walmart. You could put it on the inside of the glass which would be a different look. I think they look ok as is.. I sure hope that glass is tempered... This just an idea.. but all stores like Home Depot and Lowes sell it. Or just use frosted contact paper... www.walmart.com/ip/Frosted-Privacy-Frost-Glass-Window-Film-Sticker-Bedroom-Bathroom-Home-Decoration/485968593 |
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Post by 950nancy on Sept 4, 2023 21:57:12 GMT
Can you take the glass out and replace with clear glass or an acrylic that is more opaque?
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:01:10 GMT
Honestly, I like them as they are. You have a black stove and microwave. They match. I think they would look odd in some other color. You could put in clear glass but then you would see what was in there. I would not change them. You don't think that dark glass makes them look dated? |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:03:33 GMT
As far as I know all the etching cream I have just "scores" the glass, by making it look frosty. You could try inexpensive contact from Dollar Tree before you buy expensive. Oh wait, I just remembered there are all sorts of allover patterns or border patterns type cling that goes on glass.. like you put on a bathroom window instead of curtains to block the view.. that would provide a more whiter look.. I bought mine at Walmart. You could put it on the inside of the glass which would be a different look. I think they look ok as is.. I sure hope that glass is tempered... All of the ones I have seen are for clear glass. I have something similar in my bathroom for privacy. However the pattern of it wouldn't even show up on a dark glass like this. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:06:23 GMT
Can you take the glass out and replace with clear glass or an acrylic that is more opaque? Well first it is tempered glass so it would be very expensive to replace. But also, I'm not sure I'd want clear glass anyway because then you'd see all the stuff inside the cabinets. I wish the cabinet doors were solid wood, no glass. But I've got a budget to work within too. The sky is not the limit on this camper remodel. I was just looking for something easy DIY to make the cabinet doors look a little updated. |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Sept 4, 2023 22:06:41 GMT
As far as I know all the etching cream I have just "scores" the glass, by making it look frosty. You could try inexpensive contact from Dollar Tree before you buy expensive. Oh wait, I just remembered there are all sorts of allover patterns or border patterns type cling that goes on glass.. like you put on a bathroom window instead of curtains to block the view.. that would provide a more whiter look.. I bought mine at Walmart. You could put it on the inside of the glass which would be a different look. I think they look ok as is.. I sure hope that glass is tempered... All of the ones I have seen are for clear glass. I have something similar in my bathroom for privacy. However the pattern of it wouldn't even show up on a dark glass like this. I don't know... The pattern would show differently but not necessarily look good or bad .. Not sure. You would need to 'play' with it.. As I added above I like them the way there are.. |
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Post by lisae on Sept 4, 2023 22:08:09 GMT
Honestly, I like them as they are. You have a black stove and microwave. They match. I think they would look odd in some other color. You could put in clear glass but then you would see what was in there. I would not change them. You don't think that dark glass makes them look dated? It really doesn't bother me. If I were going to replace anything, it would be the mini blinds. I'd choose a sunshade or cellular shade, something more current. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:08:24 GMT
All of the ones I have seen are for clear glass. I have something similar in my bathroom for privacy. However the pattern of it wouldn't even show up on a dark glass like this. I don't know... The pattern would show differently but not necessarily look good... Not sure As I added above I like them the way there are.. Thank you for that. Maybe I'm just overthinking it. I mean I am not the queen of modern and so the camper will have a very kitschy look to it. It probably isn't a big deal. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:09:13 GMT
You don't think that dark glass makes them look dated? It really doesn't bother me. If I were going to replace anything, it would be the mini blinds. I'd choose a sunshade or cellular shade, something more current. Those will all be removed. The walls are going to be painted. There will be new curtains. A real light fixture over the dining table. |
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Post by snyder on Sept 4, 2023 22:10:33 GMT
What are the counter tops and flooring going to look like?
I kind of like the dark as to me it makes them look rich.
I think my opinon weahter do do something different than the dark would depend on what the overall look your aiming at for the camper itself.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:12:32 GMT
What are the counter tops and flooring going to look like? I kind of like the dark as to me it makes them look rich. I think my opinon weahter do do something different than the dark would depend on what the overall look your aiming at for the camper itself. We haven't yet picked out the flooring and the countertops. |
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Post by compeateropeator on Sept 4, 2023 22:12:52 GMT
I don’t mind the dark glass. I don’t think they really make them look dated anymore than the color of the cabinets. I have also painted cabinets and agree that they will eventually chip, they look nice for awhile but all good things seem to come to an end. Hahaha. But to me it is a camper and I would rather have a bit dated looking cabinets rather than shabby looking cabinets. How about tin inserts or punched tin or maybe cool looking colorful tiles? I would not want clear glass where you can see into the cabinets. I also think plexiglass would look worse than the originals. I hope you get some good advice and options and can find something that gives you better visual pleasure.
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Post by Bridget in MD on Sept 4, 2023 22:15:40 GMT
Honestly, I like them as they are. You have a black stove and microwave. They match. I think they would look odd in some other color. You could put in clear glass but then you would see what was in there. I would not change them. I also didn't mind the black glass! Like Lisae said - it ties in your stove and microwave. |
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Post by snyder on Sept 4, 2023 22:21:38 GMT
What are the counter tops and flooring going to look like? I kind of like the dark as to me it makes them look rich. I think my opinon weahter do do something different than the dark would depend on what the overall look your aiming at for the camper itself. We haven't yet picked out the flooring and the countertops. I would wait then to decide what you want to do with the black in the cabinet doors so they could all be somewhat tied together.
Maybe white pine tree clings would brighten the dark up some. Something like these. Yikes, that turned out huge. The website has these in all different sizes.
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Post by anniebeth24 on Sept 4, 2023 22:24:03 GMT
You could try out the look of wallpaper by cutting a piece of fabric, wrapping paper, or scrapbook paper to cover the glass and taping it in place.
It's likely that once everything else is brightened up, you may not notice the black glass. Or, it will stand out and drive you crazy!
ETA: I like Snyder's idea of vinyl shapes. Maybe lettering - Camp Jeremysgirl Est. 2023 or whatever you fancy
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:25:10 GMT
We haven't yet picked out the flooring and the countertops. I would wait then to decide what you want to do with the black in the cabinet doors so they could all be somewhat tied together.
Maybe white pine tree clings would brighten the dark up some. Something like these.
I was looking for general ideas to consider not specific decorating choices. I was looking for something crafty that we hadn't yet thought of. |
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Post by belgravia on Sept 4, 2023 22:25:26 GMT
I don’t know how labour intensive it would be, but what about removing the black glass and putting a cane insert in? I believe cane comes in rolls, and you could stain it to match the cabinets.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:26:25 GMT
I don’t mind the dark glass. I don’t think they really make them look dated anymore than the color of the cabinets. I have also painted cabinets and agree that they will eventually chip, they look nice for awhile but all good things seem to come to an end. Hahaha. But to me it is a camper and I would rather have a bit dated looking cabinets rather than shabby looking cabinets. How about tin inserts or punched tin or maybe cool looking colorful tiles? I would not want clear glass where you can see into the cabinets. I also think plexiglass would look worse than the originals. I hope you get some good advice and options and can find something that gives you better visual pleasure. Colorful tiles is an interesting idea I didn't think of. I know that Etsy has some vinyl sticky ones in interesting prints. I looked at them years ago for my kitchen and I forgot about them. |
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Post by kamper on Sept 4, 2023 22:26:38 GMT
I don't mind the dark glass. We had that on the cabinets above the TV in the class A. I would not want clear glass.
I do understand about making it seem heavy. I think painting the walls will help a lot in this area.
What if you removed the glass and cut wood to fit the space? Then you could either cover it with the same contact paper or maybe paint it an accent color or color pulled from the pattern. If you don't like that you could but the glass back in.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:28:09 GMT
I don’t know how labour intensive it would be, but what about removing the black glass and putting a cane insert in? I believe cane comes in rolls, and you could stain it to match the cabinets. While I definitely think this could be a very interesting look (good idea for sure) when you are traveling, stuff moves around inside the cabinets. I'd be afraid it's not strong enough to hold back the items inside and then would end up being punched out from the stuff inside. |
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Post by belgravia on Sept 4, 2023 22:29:11 GMT
I don’t know how labour intensive it would be, but what about removing the black glass and putting a cane insert in? I believe cane comes in rolls, and you could stain it to match the cabinets. While I definitely think this could be a very interesting look (good idea for sure) when you are traveling, stuff moves around inside the cabinets. I'd be afraid it's not strong enough to hold back the items inside and then would end up being punched out from the stuff inside. Ugh you’re right, I didn’t think of that. Can you tell I’m not a camper? |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:29:24 GMT
I don't mind the dark glass. We had that on the cabinets above the TV in the class A. I would not want clear glass. I do understand about making it seem heavy. I think painting the walls will help a lot in this area. What if you removed the glass and cut wood to fit the space? Then you could either cover it with the same contact paper or maybe paint it an accent color or color pulled from the pattern. If you don't like that you could but the glass back in. Yes that's definitely an idea to put wood in. I think we'd have trouble staining it to match but painting it would be an option. |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Sept 4, 2023 22:29:31 GMT
snyderWell! Why didn't I think about that... vinyl all over the place .. could be custom cut when you're ready. You know, all the scrapbookers here with cutting machines.. jeremysgirl
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Post by kamper on Sept 4, 2023 22:30:49 GMT
I don’t know how labour intensive it would be, but what about removing the black glass and putting a cane insert in? I believe cane comes in rolls, and you could stain it to match the cabinets. I like this idea too. You could use a material: cane, burlap, punched metal etc. that fits the décor/style you are choosing. |
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Post by kamper on Sept 4, 2023 22:35:06 GMT
I don’t know how labour intensive it would be, but what about removing the black glass and putting a cane insert in? I believe cane comes in rolls, and you could stain it to match the cabinets. While I definitely think this could be a very interesting look (good idea for sure) when you are traveling, stuff moves around inside the cabinets. I'd be afraid it's not strong enough to hold back the items inside and then would end up being punched out from the stuff inside. If you decide you want the cane or rattan you could back it with thin acrylic (the sheets are pricing though). We put shelf liners in our upper cabinets so, things didn't move around as much. Or you can get tension rods to go across the front of the opening specifically made for campers. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 4, 2023 22:41:10 GMT
While I definitely think this could be a very interesting look (good idea for sure) when you are traveling, stuff moves around inside the cabinets. I'd be afraid it's not strong enough to hold back the items inside and then would end up being punched out from the stuff inside. If you decide you want the cane or rattan you could back it with thin acrylic (the sheets are pricing though). We put shelf liners in our upper cabinets so, things didn't move around as much. Or you can get tension rods to go across the front of the opening specifically made for campers. We are putting in rubber shelf liners too so that should help a bit. We are taking it camping in two weeks and I'm hoping that once we get it out there and use it a little we will have a better understanding of what we need to make it functional. So many of these camper remodels you see online are obviously for display purposes only. The sheet amount of glass decorations is insane. I'm like, it's a camper! |
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Post by scrapbookbobbie on Sept 4, 2023 22:51:07 GMT
Honestly, I like them as they are. You have a black stove and microwave. They match. I think they would look odd in some other color. You could put in clear glass but then you would see what was in there. I would not change them. You don't think that dark glass makes them look dated? We have a new 2023 Rockwood and it has the dark glass in the cabinets above the theater seating. I like the look of it. We do have really light cabinets though. |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Sept 4, 2023 23:14:34 GMT
The walls are going to be painted. There will be new curtains. A real light fixture over the dining table. We haven't yet picked out the flooring and the countertops. Based on those statements, I would shelve this project until the very end of the remodel. As you pointed out, they are in good condition and you won't be painting the cabinets so there is no rush. Get the rest of the decisions made and implemented, then the camper may well tell you what you should do with those glass inserts. I get it though, I tend to get stuck on a specific, minute detail when I haven't even finished the rest of a remodel. Something starts to bug you and you want to change it NOW! And DH can be worse than me. He keeps trying to move on to the guest room remodel and we are still a few months away from finishing the living room/bathroom redecorating project! You've gotten some great suggestions though. If it were my camper I would be leaning towards a metal mesh insert. However metal mesh can get pricey so my next choice would be a vinyl design to match the decor. Can't wait to see the finished camper! |
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