Selecting the right kitchen finishes [LOW maintenance possible…?]

Great topic. There are paint additives like Floetrol that are supposed to even out a painted surface and brush strokes.

Great topic! Easy to clean is one of my top criteria for our home remodel. As to appliances, do you have any insight into the Invisacook induction cooktop that is placed under a porcelain or granite counter? Since it is under the counter, it is as easy to clean as a countertop, with the added benefit of giving one added countertop prep space when not being used to cook. I haven’t been able to find many reviews on invisible cooktop options like Invisacook. I’m curious how effective, reliable, and safe for your counters this easy-to-clean cooktop option would be.

Thank you for making this video! I've been wondering the same thing!

Always find your videos very helpful! I'm looking forward to an update on your new cabinet doors.

I need low maintenance kids❤DQ

My husband and I chose quartz for our counter tops and are really enjoying them. ❤❤

Cleaning, at least where we live, is a fundamental consideration. Thanks for all your knowledge and ideas.

the "satin finish shows brush marks" is NOT your imagination. My husband and I worked our way through graduate school as house painters. there is an easy fix for this problem: add a bit of Floetrol Clear Latex Paint Additive. A small amount of this additive mixed in with paint works miracles. It is the only way to get rid of an orange-peel-skin texture when spraying, it magically levels out brush strokes, and does not affect hiding ability or paint finish. Specify it with your painter(s) along with a "Level 5" finish; i.e., flawless under a strong raking light. Floetrol adds costs and painters are reluctant to user it unless you specify it. Love your channel - keep up the good work!

“No counter is perfect” I don’t know I find my stainless counters pretty perfect lol

I’m am looking at hardware for a new kitchen. What are your thoughts about brushed gold taps and handles in the kitchen. It is a predominantly white kitchen that faces black framed windows. I know the obvious choice would be matte black hardware but I was trying to ‘soften’ the look a little. My other question is pairing that brushed gold tap with either a stainless or gunmetal coloured drop in sink? I thought the brushed gold sink might be a bit ‘too much’……Or maybe it’s not? I have already renovated a bathroom (which is a fair way away from the kitchen) where I put matte black taps so maybe I should just stick with the matte black now?

We are bringing sealed hardwood into our kitchen and family room space this summer. Glad to hear it is a good choice. Also, we have never had cabinet hardware. I just really don't like the look of all the knobs, pulls and handles.

Recently found your channel and am finding a lot of helpful information. For kitchen flooring, I want to do a harlequin pattern and am considering lineoleum tiles. I don't see anyone talking about this. It is a natural product, soft underfoot, easy to clean, long wearing, and not terribly expensive. Any thoughts?

This is sooo helpful...exactly what I was looking for.