Help me shop for my grandmother’s condo - New pics!

[dr.girlfriend]

Jan 28, 2020 21:48:41 GMT -5 redheadk said:

So... Anyone want to pick a dining room chandelier for me? I'm going with brushed nickel for everything to match the hardware that isn't changing.

Bonus points for a light to replace the boob light in the tiny 2nd bedroom/office. The other boob lights are being replaced with those white fixtures that mimic recessed lights since they aren't really in focal point places so best if they just fade into the background.

To replace the boob light:  I think this is the one I have in my living room.  I did put a pretty bulb in it, so that was another maybe $7 or so, but I like it.  It's unobtrusive but still adds a little something.


www.lampsplusopenbox.com/38m31.htm

[ladyfern]

What about adding some modern pulls to the cabinets in the kitchen and baths? That can make a big difference in look for not much effort.

[Deleted]

I'm late to the game, but I would do the following:

*new bathroom faucet
*new door and drawer pulls in the kitchen and bathroom(s)
*new kitchen appliances
*new dining room chandelier
*update or remove drapes

I honestly think that having modern door and drawer pulls and new appliances will have a huge impact in the kitchen. You can get an appliance suite for way less than $5K. As a matter of fact, you might be able to get a great deal with President's Day coming up. I think that the paint colors are fine, nice and neutral.

For the flush mount light, I'd probably replace it with something like this: www.homedepot.com/p/Livex-Lighting-Meridian-3-Light-English-Bronze-Semi-Flush-Mount-52135-92/302085930

And for the dining room, I'd probably do something like this: www.homedepot.com/p/Progress-Lighting-21-625-in-5-Light-Brushed-Nickel-Chandelier-with-Beige-Linen-Shade-P4217-09/205050651

[Accountingcat]

Here are some ideas that would blend in or hopefully be within most buyers tastes. Also cheap.

Chandelier: www.amazon.com/Progress-Lighting-P3712-09-Two-Light-Semi-Flush/dp/B01N4N1KMU/ref=pd_sbs_60_3/138-9930265-6069262?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01N4N1KMU&pd_rd_r=f1f9b51d-80fd-4cfa-b75c-e814dfd1087d&pd_rd_w=EOpSu&pd_rd_wg=Wri0K&pf_rd_p=bdd201df-734f-454e-883c-73b0d8ccd4c3&pf_rd_r=0D627JVT9BE6RNKYTQVF&psc=1&refRID=0D627JVT9BE6RNKYTQVF

Boob light replacement: www.amazon.com/Hykolity-Equivalent-Dimmable-Flushmount-Restroom/dp/B06XZH51R9/ref=sr_1_29?keywords=dining+room+light+fixture+nickel&qid=1580326399&sr=8-29

Bathroom faucet:www.amazon.com/2-Handle-Bathroom-Assembly-Lead-free-Lavatory/dp/B072X98BD8/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2AELR2SK4Q6PA&keywords=bathroom+brushed+nickel+faucet&qid=1580326621&sprefix=bathroom+brushed+nickel%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-4

These are what our company buys when they flip apartments.

[redheadk]

Thanks for all the help! Sorry I was MIA, this week was crazy.

I'd like to try to buy everything from one place to make it easy so here's what I've chosen:

Dining Room Light:




Living Room and Master Bedroom Ceiling Fan:




Hall & Secondary Bathroom Boob Light Replacement: (or the larger version, I have to measure the existing fixture)



Second Bedroom/Office Boob Light Replacement:



Bathroom Faucet replacements:



The bathroom faucets match the existing towel holders pretty well so I'm going to leave those. 

What do you think? I need to go by the local appliance store for appliances, that will determine if I install knobs/pulls in the kitchen. I want all appliances delivered and installed at one time so the local place it is, even if it's a little more than big box.

[redheadk]

OH, it completely slipped my mind that the assistant in the office is also a REA. She's a crappy one and there is no telling what she is saying to prospective buyers but there isn't much we can do about it. People definitely just stop in, not realizing they need a realtor, and end up using her to show them units. Not everyone, but it's common.

[mrsukyankee]

I like your choices. Neutral and updated. As a 50-something yr old, I approve.

[redheadk]

Feb 2, 2020 10:25:41 GMT -5 mrsukyankee said:

I like your choices. Neutral and updated. As a 50-something yr old, I approve.

Thank you! It took me longer than I expected it would to find things that kind of go together and are decent quality but don't cost a fortune.

[Deleted]

I really like your choices.

[Susie]

Feb 1, 2020 17:59:47 GMT -5 redheadk said:

Bathroom Faucet replacements:

The faucet in the bathroom pic in the OP looks like a single handle faucet.  Have you verified that there are 3 holes drilled through the countertop, and the L and R holes are just covered by the plate of the existing faucet?  This would be necessary in order to use the quoted center set faucet rather than a single handle (which is what the OP pic faucet looks like).  Just want to make sure the faucet you buy can be swapped easily for the one you're ditching.

If you're not sure, maybe try the single handle version of the same faucet you picked out.  They usually come with the optional elongated plate so you can cover the side holes if you need to, or not use it if you don't have L & R side holes.

[redheadk]

Feb 3, 2020 15:42:35 GMT -5 Susie said:

Feb 1, 2020 17:59:47 GMT -5 redheadk said:

Bathroom Faucet replacements:

The faucet in the bathroom pic in the OP looks like a single handle faucet.  Have you verified that there are 3 holes drilled through the countertop, and the L and R holes are just covered by the plate of the existing faucet?  This would be necessary in order to use the quoted center set faucet rather than a single handle (which is what the OP pic faucet looks like).  Just want to make sure the faucet you buy can be swapped easily for the one you're ditching.

If you're not sure, maybe try the single handle version of the same faucet you picked out.  They usually come with the optional elongated plate so you can cover the side holes if you need to, or not use it if you don't have L & R side holes.

I honestly don't know. I haven't made it over there to take measurements yet but I'll add this to my list of things to check or run by my dad. Thank you!

[redheadk]

Almost done! We just finished since no work was permitted by the HOA for a while.

[mrsukyankee]

Looks good and neutral. Well done!

[Deleted]

Looks great. The stainless steel appliances really make a big impact. Great job!

[thejackpot]

Looks wonderful! Hope it sells quickly!

[libbygrl109]

Looks great! I love the lights you chose and the stainless helps a lot. Hope it sells quickly!