when I Saw the before Island, I Thought, What? Is She Crazy? but later I saw the new result and it just blow my mind, what a great Job, you are amazing.
I know! Everyone I told I was redoing it thought I was nuts. My mom especially. But…Most people think most of my ideas are nuts 😂 but I just like to make things my own 😅 so glad you liked the after!
I actually like the white (I have a thing about colored outlets 😂) but I’m hoping actually to one day get rid of it altogether because we don’t use it 🙈
I looked them up a long time ago to use with my parent's entertainment center build, and they were really expensive, so I used this method then and figured I'd use it again here haha
Shara, you've surprised me in two ways. First you ripped a piece of furniture apart and second you re-imagined it. The end result is an incredible kitchen island. Also, I love to see you in your new shop. Looks like your enjoying yourself, your new shop, and your new house. Lucy looks happy too! Sending this one over to my Wife. Thanks for Sharing!
Haha I definitely do prefer to just imagine and skip the tearing apart part 😅 but this was a fun project nonetheless. I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Also, yes we are loving the new house and me and Lou are enjoying the shop! Thank you! Hope you have a great rest of your weekend!
It looks so much better after you gave it a facelift! I like the contrast with the wall cabinets and the islands. Always a good fyi diy! Thank for showing!
When I saw the original island, I thought it looked really nice. I wouldn't have thought of changing it. After your makeover, however, it looks so much better in the space.
Totally agree that Hickory looks awesome against the black. Great work with this one Shara it came up a treat. Keep up the great work and looking forward to the next project.
The island looks great. I'm sure that you are happy that you did the make over. When I heard and saw what you were going to do, my lazy streak took over and I said, "That island looks good enough to me. I would not redo it", but you really did a nice job. The island kinda stands out and gives the kitchen a different eye appeal, a different visual pop. Thanks for sharing the video. Your new house is going to be outstanding.
Just moved to a new place in April. I have replaced every brass plated hinge and door pull. All the interior doors are next. Looking forward to the next series to see what you do with the new space.
Congratulations on the new place! it's always fun to transform a space and make it your own. It's just frustrating that it's a long drawn out process sometimes haha.
I’m not normally a fan of black furniture, but that island turned out really sharp, Shara! It compliments the granite top well, and the contrasting hickory door/drawer fronts really set off beautifully! Well done!!! Looking forward to seeing more from you!
Congratulations on new home. Really love the contrast of the black island along with natural wood in a white kitchen. Good choices and your eye for design.
The island complements your kitchen extremely well. The hickory accents are very nice with the black cabinet and granite top. Lucy is beautiful and it’s easy to tell she loves you! Lol.. she wants to be the star! Thanks for another great idea on how to improve what you already have! Have a nice weekend!
Stunning upgrade Shara I love it, definitely adds a touch of elegance in my opinion. I'd let you come do my kitchen but I already did it lol. Love hickory that's what I went with for my new cabinets
Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful! I've just started watching your channel and love these videos! I've been on disability for several years now, but a new treatment has had some positive effects, so I'm hoping to get into woodworking when I'm able. Your videos are extremely helpful, plus I'm a dog lover. They always want to play at the most inconvenient times. It's a good thing they're cute! Cheers from TO!
This is fantastic. You do such awesome work. I am going to build one of your dresser designs for an entertainment center. I like the color scheme you used here. Hickory plywood. Wow! Great job!
Love it! I have been planning something similar for months, but I am probably way more indecisive than you are. Definitely got some great ideas from this vid -- which I guess makes my decision making process even harder haha
I generally don't like black and darker colors for accent/ trim but l gotta admit the island looks fantastic! The wood doors tie into the floor and the black ties into the oven so the whole thing just makes the room pop!
@@WoodshopDiaries yep. Works great, so we can be crazy… it’s OK. I always “pressurize” it with a small squeeze to fill any remaining air gap; and then release the handle.
I used to skip primer all the time...I know it's tempting, but, like you said...the more you experience the difference it makes, the more you realize it's worth it.
Great remodel of the kitchen island. BTW the floor looks awesome and if you already didn't put black on there, I would suggest the Varathane Cognac stain color. It would really highlight the island and contrast against the background. Great job again btw and thank you for inspiring me and the wife to do this stuff ourselves. :)
oh wow you're making me love hickory so much! i remember you using it for the kitchen cabinet video but against the black here is killer. Waiting for more kitchen re-do videos and for you to change all the other hardware to black hahaha
Awesome. I love to see makeovers. it's hard to know what to do with what you have. Have you ever made custom frames for pictures or canvas? I need to learn to frame out a piece of plywood that had artwork done on it. 1/2 plywood. Thanks Shara
You did a great job… I love that hickory plywood. Did you have to go to a specialty shop to purchase it? The most exotic plywood we have near us is Baltic Birch 🤷🏻♂️
This was very helpful! I have an island that I did build but have not yet trimmed out, and you really helped me think about how to finish it in terms of caulk, trim, etc. A question - on the bottom 1x6's of the trim it looks like there is a beaded edge - did you router that?
So glad you found it helpful! I didn’t router anything here. The 1x6s I bought had VERY SLIGHT rounded corners…they always do where I buy them from (kind of like you’d get when you buy a 2x4). But I didn’t add any extra rounding or detail. I just cut them to length and nailed in place.
I always use water based paint. I actually have a lot of details on painting in this post: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer/
Thanks! No, I actually prefer the white. The black couldn’t be the same shade of black as the paint and I think the white looks cleaner. But I have a thing about colored outlets, so that’s just my personal preference
That's definitely more visually interesting than what you started with.
Thank you! I love the simple lines and color contrast this gave the kitchen space!
when I Saw the before Island, I Thought, What? Is She Crazy? but later I saw the new result and it just blow my mind, what a great Job, you are amazing.
I know! Everyone I told I was redoing it thought I was nuts. My mom especially. But…Most people think most of my ideas are nuts 😂 but I just like to make things my own 😅 so glad you liked the after!
Really is 1000 times better now and more beautiful congratulations 👍
Thank you!! I’m so happy with how it turned out!
That looks far better than the original. Thumbs up
Thank you! Really happy I gave this project a go!
Your island is beautiful and really stands out now!
Thanks friend! 💕💕
That's utilizing the room you have efficiently!!...I like the color too!!👍👍😎
Thanks so much!! I’m so happy with how it turned out!
Awesome job, might even consider grabbing a black outlet when you get a chance
I actually like the white (I have a thing about colored outlets 😂) but I’m hoping actually to one day get rid of it altogether because we don’t use it 🙈
Nice update.... They do make frame hinges but I like that method you used to make the best of what is easily available. I need to remember that. lol
I looked them up a long time ago to use with my parent's entertainment center build, and they were really expensive, so I used this method then and figured I'd use it again here haha
I live vicariously through you. I like the choice of color for contrast. Great job!
Haha I’m not sure you want to live through me 😂😂 But, I appreciate that!
The island looks great and is a nice contrast to the all white kitchen. Thanks for sharing this great tutorial.
Thanks so much for watching! I appreciate it!
That Hickory 😍😍😍😍. You are so talented and inspiring. Loved this
Right? I think hickory is definitely my favorite 😍😍 thank you so much!
Great job. Replacing that outlet with a black one might be something to think about.
I actually like the white (I have a thing about colored outlets 😂), but I’d really like to just get rid of it one day 😅
I learned a lot of you, your explanation is very complete and correct , thank you 🙏
I appreciate that! Thanks so much for watching!
Nicely done
Thank you!!
This looks awesome!!!!!!
Thank you so much!
Shara, you've surprised me in two ways. First you ripped a piece of furniture apart and second you re-imagined it. The end result is an incredible kitchen island. Also, I love to see you in your new shop. Looks like your enjoying yourself, your new shop, and your new house. Lucy looks happy too! Sending this one over to my Wife. Thanks for Sharing!
Haha I definitely do prefer to just imagine and skip the tearing apart part 😅 but this was a fun project nonetheless. I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Also, yes we are loving the new house and me and Lou are enjoying the shop! Thank you! Hope you have a great rest of your weekend!
Love the contrast of the white and black cabinets, and that hickory pops!
Thank you!! I think I've decided hickory is my all time favorite!
Excellent idea to recycle and it was wonderful, like new. Congratulations ¡¡¡¡¡👏👏
Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed it!
Looks awesome!!!
Thank you!!
It looks so much better after you gave it a facelift! I like the contrast with the wall cabinets and the islands. Always a good fyi diy! Thank for showing!
Thanks so much! I really appreciate you watching and glad you enjoyed! :)
Nice work
Thanks so much!
Awesome contrast with the island...love the exposed wood against the black...
Thank you! I think I'll have to use this combination again soon!
Absolutely, if you are taking the time to paint, do it right. Looks fantastic!
Thank you!! I agree. Painting is terrible 😂 do it once. Do it right 😄
When I saw the original island, I thought it looked really nice. I wouldn't have thought of changing it. After your makeover, however, it looks so much better in the space.
Thank you! Yeah, everyone I told I was redoing it thought I was crazy 😅 So I was skeptical so when first starting haha
Love the change in pace by remodeling than building from scratch. Great look!
Thank you! It's a little out of my norm, so I hoped it would be well received. Glad you enjoyed :)
The island is beautiful, a great make over since you didn't like the original.
Thank you so much!
That was a bold decision to go with black.... and...It looks GREAT! 👍
Totally agree that Hickory looks awesome against the black. Great work with this one Shara it came up a treat. Keep up the great work and looking forward to the next project.
Thanks so much! I really appreciate you watching!
The dovetails are way better than pocket holes for drawers! Great job!
I just reused the drawers in already the cabinet. 👍
Shara Woodshop Diaries love it, the black really makes it stand out
As always niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiicccccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeee job Shara
Thank you so much!
Your island is absolutely beautiful. Great job.
Thank you so much!!
Great upgrade! The wood and black is very up to date and modern. Very nice results.
Thanks so much! I definitely love this black and hickory combo!
The island turned out great and I love your beautiful big bright kitchen!!!
Thank you! We are enjoying our new home and our new kitchen :)
Looks wonderful! Love Lucy’s appearances- both video and audio appearances.
She gets crazy when the camera comes out. She thinks she’s the star 😂😂 I guess she kind of is 🤣
The island looks great. I'm sure that you are happy that you did the make over. When I heard and saw what you were going to do, my lazy streak took over and I said, "That island looks good enough to me. I would not redo it", but you really did a nice job. The island kinda stands out and gives the kitchen a different eye appeal, a different visual pop.
Thanks for sharing the video. Your new house is going to be outstanding.
Amazed at how you re-envisioned this; looks great!
Thank you so much!!
Just moved to a new place in April. I have replaced every brass plated hinge and door pull. All the interior doors are next. Looking forward to the next series to see what you do with the new space.
Congratulations on the new place! it's always fun to transform a space and make it your own. It's just frustrating that it's a long drawn out process sometimes haha.
I’m not normally a fan of black furniture, but that island turned out really sharp, Shara! It compliments the granite top well, and the contrasting hickory door/drawer fronts really set off beautifully!
Well done!!!
Looking forward to seeing more from you!
wow, thats a very nice looking upgrade
Thank you 👍
Wow, it came out really nice! I like the contrast between the black and the hickory, goes well together.
Congratulations on new home. Really love the contrast of the black island along with natural wood in a white kitchen. Good choices and your eye for design.
Thank you so much!
Looks fantastic and most definitely seems like the most reasonable way to tackle this project if you want to the footprint to remain the same.
Thanks so much!
Really fantastic work, Shara! 😃
It turned out amazing!!!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching. I hope you had a great weekend!
The island complements your kitchen extremely well. The hickory accents are very nice with the black cabinet and granite top. Lucy is beautiful and it’s easy to tell she loves you! Lol.. she wants to be the star! Thanks for another great idea on how to improve what you already have! Have a nice weekend!
Stunning upgrade Shara I love it, definitely adds a touch of elegance in my opinion. I'd let you come do my kitchen but I already did it lol. Love hickory that's what I went with for my new cabinets
Thank you!! Haha a new kitchen is always a treat! Hickory is my favorite!! I bet your kitchen looks awesome!
@@WoodshopDiaries I'll have to tag you even I post to Instagram it made a world of difference
Great job, Shara! It turned out beautiful!
Thanks so much!
Looks great 👍👏
Thanks so much!
Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful! I've just started watching your channel and love these videos! I've been on disability for several years now, but a new treatment has had some positive effects, so I'm hoping to get into woodworking when I'm able. Your videos are extremely helpful, plus I'm a dog lover. They always want to play at the most inconvenient times. It's a good thing they're cute! Cheers from TO!
Nice job on the island make over! I think it looks great and the color combinations are perfect!!
Thank you! I think I'm definitely going to have to use this combination again soon!
That was well done. Good planning, and follow-through!
Thanks so much!
Love the hickory... hope Lucy got her walk ☺️
Thank you! Lucy is very spoiled 😂
This is fantastic. You do such awesome work. I am going to build one of your dresser designs for an entertainment center. I like the color scheme you used here. Hickory plywood. Wow! Great job!
What I love so much about this is how you show how easy it is to change out trim and color to bring a totally different look!
It’s so beautiful!
Thank you so much!
Fantastic job. Turned out fantastic
Thanks so much! I'm so happy with the finished result!
Enjoyed that so much Shara! Great job and I love the look of it all, the bar chairs look fantastic with the whole color/texture vibe too 😍
Thank you so much!! I'm so excited to be making this new house our own style :)
wow...that turned out awesome. great job as always.
Thanks so much! I appreciate that!
Very nice
Thanks so much!
That looks awesome. Love the open shelves
Awesome. I never would have thought about this type of facelift.
Awesome job! It looks amazing!!!!!!
Thank you!!
This is absolutely beautiful, love the colour combination as well.
Thank you! I love the dark color against the white cabinets!
That looks so much better. Well done.
Love it! I have been planning something similar for months, but I am probably way more indecisive than you are. Definitely got some great ideas from this vid -- which I guess makes my decision making process even harder haha
Gorgeous makeover!
Thank you 👍
I generally don't like black and darker colors for accent/ trim but l gotta admit the island looks fantastic! The wood doors tie into the floor and the black ties into the oven so the whole thing just makes the room pop!
Thank you so much! I love how it turned out. Now I want to add hickory and more wood accents all over!
Badass, girl. Very clean and creative.
You're fantastic and inspiring! Thanks for sharing and doing what you do Shara.
love this vid. i'm actually thinking of building a island unit for our kitchen, from scratch and this gave me loads of ideas. thanks for sharing 🙂
I'm so glad you found this helpful! Good luck with your island build :)
Amazing 😍
Thank you!
That turned out amazing!!!
Thank you! I'm so happy with how it turned out!
Again and again and again brilliant 💚💚💚🇮🇪
C'est très réussi,il faut faire le reste de la cuisine maintenant !! à bientôt salut Jeannot 🛠😉
This came out great. I like how you were able to completely change the look of the island, while leaving the structure in place. Very sharp!
Gorgeous! I'm planning a black/white/wood scheme for my kitchen remodel.
8:29 - I use the same trick for keeping caulk from drying out!
The screw? Everyone tells me I’m crazy 😂 I’m glad someone else does that too!
@@WoodshopDiaries yep. Works great, so we can be crazy… it’s OK. I always “pressurize” it with a small squeeze to fill any remaining air gap; and then release the handle.
Excelente remodelacion Shara, me gustó mucho como contrasta ese color con los frentes de los cajones y las puertas, un saludo de Mexico!!!!
I agree wholeheartedly with the primer comment. I have learned that lesson from experience.
I used to skip primer all the time...I know it's tempting, but, like you said...the more you experience the difference it makes, the more you realize it's worth it.
Kitchen is 🔥🔥🔥🎉
Thank you! So happy with how this turned out!
So how did Lucy explain the island redo to Daddy? Nice job, definitely added some sophistication to your kitchen.
Beautiful job
Thank you! 😊
Wow! What a transformation to your kitchen, beautiful. Thank you for posting, you have got me thinking about updating our kitchen island. :^)
Great remodel of the kitchen island. BTW the floor looks awesome and if you already didn't put black on there, I would suggest the Varathane Cognac stain color. It would really highlight the island and contrast against the background.
Great job again btw and thank you for inspiring me and the wife to do this stuff ourselves. :)
Much better with out the B Board ... B Board looks good and has many uses , but like you not a big fan of it .... looks great
Agree! I’m not a fan of farmhouse and I feel like bead board is kind of farmhousey. Ha. Just not my fav
Congrats on 100K!
Thanks so much!! I'm blown away by that. So thankful for everyone following along!
Incredible results. Wow
Thank you 👍
@@WoodshopDiaries Hi. Which tutorial software do you recommend for starters?
Fantastic! 💖💛🧡💖❤💝
Thank you 👍
oh wow you're making me love hickory so much! i remember you using it for the kitchen cabinet video but against the black here is killer. Waiting for more kitchen re-do videos and for you to change all the other hardware to black hahaha
Haha you read my mind. We are hoping to completely redo this kitchen next year 🙌 I’m sure there will be more kitchen videos 😅😅
Awesome. I love to see makeovers. it's hard to know what to do with what you have. Have you ever made custom frames for pictures or canvas? I need to learn to frame out a piece of plywood that had artwork done on it. 1/2 plywood. Thanks Shara
Island looks great, but I'm digging that dog bowl
The stand? I have a video on that!
th-cam.com/video/C8t4aWA2IVc/w-d-xo.html
Yes, thank you!
You make it simple and easy I subscribed👍👍
You did a great job… I love that hickory plywood. Did you have to go to a specialty shop to purchase it? The most exotic plywood we have near us is Baltic Birch 🤷🏻♂️
Thank you!! I actually linked the hickory I used in the video description 👍 I got it online 😊
I just built a TV stand out of birch. It will have black hardware. I wonder if hickory stain would work?
I’ve never seen hickory stain before. I’m sure you can find something that will color match pretty close
It looks great. Honestly I would have done a paine wood combo. But that's just personal preference
This was very helpful! I have an island that I did build but have not yet trimmed out, and you really helped me think about how to finish it in terms of caulk, trim, etc. A question - on the bottom 1x6's of the trim it looks like there is a beaded edge - did you router that?
So glad you found it helpful! I didn’t router anything here. The 1x6s I bought had VERY SLIGHT rounded corners…they always do where I buy them from (kind of like you’d get when you buy a 2x4). But I didn’t add any extra rounding or detail. I just cut them to length and nailed in place.
@@WoodshopDiaries Thank you!
As someone who also doesn’t like painting as much - do you have a method / process for decent results? Was it an oil or water-based paint?
I always use water based paint. I actually have a lot of details on painting in this post:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-finish-raw-wood-furniture-without-a-sprayer/
@@WoodshopDiaries fantastic. I knew you have something simple and straight to the point for painting but hadn’t came across it yet.
@@WoodshopDiaries oh and I send over some images of the shoe bench. Should be on your Facebook inbox from a few weeks ago
Garota…continuo sem entender o que você fala mas entendo o que você faz e acompanho até o final os seus vídeos. Você é maravilhosa!😘👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I really like this, super modern. The white outlet cover, have you thought of changing it to black instead?
Thanks! No, I actually prefer the white. The black couldn’t be the same shade of black as the paint and I think the white looks cleaner. But I have a thing about colored outlets, so that’s just my personal preference
Hola Saludos desde Ecuador
Thanks so much for watching!