1950's Kitchen Renovation

[@thereisatide]

YES - I LOATHE, with every fibre of my being, a 'renovation' which simply splashes white paint over everything - beautiful timber gets coated with white, and every house looks like the inside of a shoebox.

Can we form a group of people personally offended by the Property Brothers already?

[@thereisatide]

@ and property 'stagers' - ugh!

[@bish_puddin]

I recently rented a townhome and when the owner showed it to me it had nice oak trim and doors and the walls were white, which went nicely with the wood and dark floors. He was in the process of fixing it up a bit, but to my horror when I went to move in, he had painted all of the wood trim and doors white and the walls a sickly beige. I was so bummed but what was I gonna do? He didn’t even prime the doors and all the paint is starting to peel lol. I’m sure he thought he was making it look better, but I much preferred it before he painted it. What a shame

[@thedarkdane7]

@, I know, right? They always do the same thing, and it will all be out of style in 15-20 years!

[@osaniss]

@@thedarkdane7 why care about whats in style though 😊

[@monicad1317]

you can tell how proud James was when he was showing the kitchen to his grandmother. So so sweet!

[@lexiegalmn3908]

Beautiful! You may want to consider putting a piece of clear Plexi over the wall paper above your stove. Vintage wall paper isn't treated and is real paper (as you probably know) and cooking oil and splatters will do the same thing that happened to the old oil residue.

[@maribethwhiting7114]

I was just about to suggest the same thing. They worked so hard on it I'd hate to see it get ruined. The house I live in was built in 1923 and the kitchen was all wallpaper. I wish we put something up to protect it because it got ruined and we had to tear it all off. I wish I knew how they were able to keep it clean and free of grease stains all those years before we bought it

[@dianee7778]

Plexiglass? Please don’t cover it with that stuff! Sorry, I think that would be awful but I agree it needs something for protection.

[@raraavis7782]

I'm sure, you could also coat it with something. They probably make a product specifically for that purpose. I mean, I haven't checked, but it stands to reason. And otherwise, clear, matte acrylic paint should do the trick.

[@mickeymousey1239]

Noooo and plexiglass is expensive what a waste of a beautiful wallpaper ugg

[@denverdubois5835]

@@maribethwhiting7114 By being incredibly, even psychotically careful. It's the Depression era mentality. People used to be SO SO SO anal about caring for their possessions. They would fix and clean things over and over and over and never throw them away. My mother was like that and it drove my slobby self crazy, but years later, I understand. She grew up so very poor, that anything nice she owned, she had worked super hard and scrimped and saved for. I've never been that poor and I'm not sure--short of actual disabled homeless people--that anybody lives like that anymore, at least not in the USA. The Depression was just terrible. People were starving.

[@GabrielaRadu94]

Hi Sage, this might sound weird, but I want to thank you for motivating me to get up from bed and clean my kitchen. I have severe depression and the past months have been especially hard for me. Thank you so much for your videos, you're amazing!

[@france7678]

I hope you get better rapidly . tidying and making my home pretty when paralysed by depression and anxiety attacks is healing for me ❤️‍🩹.

[@GabrielaRadu94]

@@france7678 Thank you so much, I hope everything is going well for you ❤️🩹

[@TheHawki235]

104 people have liked your comment to show their love to you, Gabriela. It wasn't weird at all. Many best wishes and a happy new year to you 💕

[@GabrielaRadu94]

@@TheHawki235 thank you very much, a very happy new year and best wishes to you as well! I really appreciate it 💜 I can't believe I got this many likes, it means so much to me, I'm in tears...

[@TheHawki235]

@@GabrielaRadu94 You're very welcome. We're rooting for you, Gabriela! 💕

[@mrsgonzo4564]

Yes! I feel the same. Every home renovation or furniture revamp, I'm screaming, "NO! You're ruining it!😱 Leave it vintage!"

[@timefortea1931]

Me too. Why are modern homes all white these days. So plain and cold looking.

[@tuwainnervik4942]

I realy hope that they start making new wallpaper with 1950's 1940's design. So that the price isn't as high as it is when you by vintage. Thank you for you're videos, I love them all!❤️

[@random-tq2rk]

I love how in the 1950's there were so much colour like pink and green then you look at today and its just black and white and grey I love the kitchen so colourfull 😍

[@flautalee3090]

How lovely! I’m sure to your Grandmother, the kitchen reminds her SO much of her young years. Love it! Very nice of you!❤

[@northwestchick9555]

Back in the late 1970's my mom and I were putting wall paper on my bedroom ceiling while we stood on chairs across from each other. After we had dipped it into the glue bath, her end slid out of her hand. The wall paper was enough to cover my 12 year old body!! It was so gross, wet, sticky and slippery but it was so funny that we both just laughed! 😆 Your kitchen looks great! 🥰

[@SageLilleyman]

Hahah what a lovely memory! Xx💕

[@judystahlman1620]

I love your kitchen. You are so right on about todays lack of utilization of color and patterns. It just gave your kitchen that wonderful warm feeling from my childhood that i totally miss. I was born in june of 1950. I had a wonderful childhood. I can remember even the smells...sounds and feelings of the era. I miss it.

[@Squ33zemly]

Oh, no! That is sooo silly! I bet you looked like Cindy Lou Who when the grinch wrapped her up 😆

[@robinmcbride1501]

I love what youve done here. Bravo! I dream of renovating our 1955 kitchen from my husband's grandfather. All original cabinets with curvy cutouts over the sink! Dont worry I wont be taking them out. All original cabinet hardware too. I love it. Lets keep a good thing going.

[@SageLilleyman]

Ohh that sounds like a dream kitchen!! 🥰

[@WithLoveKristina]

Ohhhh I've drooled over wallpapers from Hannah's! I LOVE The one you chose! Fun fact, my first job was on a construction site doing caulking and painting cleanup! So, if you want to paint those shelves green, sand them down first so the paint can grip, and then use a primer before you paint. It'll help tons! I LOVE HOW THIS TURNED OUT! AHHHH. Making me want to get my hands dirty in my own kitchen. I saw another comment say to put plexi behind the stove - but another thing you can to do help seal is just get clear varnish and paint the wall. It'll seal the wallpaper completely if you want it to, and help preserve it well! And, super easily washable!

[@pollackmorgan3149]

Hello how are you doing hope you're safe👋👋👋

[@robinbirdj743]

Use an oil blocking primer. Here in the US we have a paint called Slick Stick which is an undercoat primer too which would stick to your IKEA shelves if you want to try painting them green again. Meanwhile, I’d cover a few cookbooks on the shelf with paper and prime then paint green! Pops of that read a will help unify the room. Love your style. Great job!

[@Carlaskirt]

Awww…James Grandmother is a doll! Obviously loved the kitchen and James looked so proud to show her! Great job you guys- it’s looks so sweet and pretty! ❤️😊

[@SageLilleyman]

Thank you so much!! 💕

[@jhy7411]

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[@Truenorth747]

Pulling the adhesive paper out was a good decision. Not just for the color but one ding with a plate or utensil, and there will be a hole on the paper, which then gathers moisture and dirt .That paper is not meant for kitchen counters, but rather for decoration on seldom used shelves or drawers. If you want to freshen up the countertops, you can prime them, paint and put a few coats of polyurethane, designed for kitchens cabinets. The doorknobs are brass and can be polished to the original shine.

[@sallycormier1383]

Lovely! Kitchen renos always take longer than you think. Your curtains are really cute and that wallpaper is adorable! My mom had a coffee grinder like that and I have a match safe like the one on the wallpaper. I agree with others, you need a clear plexiglass backsplash to cover the wallpaper above the stove or it will get grease marks and spatter. Must protect your hard work!

[@duckyluver12]

Agreed. Also the white countertops are laminate which are virtually indestructible, so no reason to cover them.

[@reasonablerandys]

Melamine paint covers laminate/Formica countertops extremely well and is very durable, however there’s your prep work (scrubbing, sanding and scrubbing again) 2 coats with ample drying in between I got 5 years out of mine before I had fund’s saved up and replaced them, plus you can have it tinted to whatever colour your heart’s desire

[@marylhere]

I found some very heavy gauge contact paper that is 36” wide in black. Used it on my counters which were a fabulous pink star pattern but alas only in the corners (very worn). It’s been twenty years and has a few dings but has held up well enough. Planning on a Formica with a chrome edge.

[@mrssilencedogood4825]

One of my favorite I Love Lucy episodes is when Lucy and Ethel attempt to wallpaper Lucy and Ricky’s bedroom. It’s hysterical and I just had to laugh with you (not at you!) when you were wallpapering your kitchen 😂. It turned out so lovely! My house was built in 1959 so you have definitely inspired me. ❤

[@elinordashwood7148]

Thank you so much for commenting about how so many re-dos will ruin a lovely vintage kitchen! I love older kitchens and can't imagine what people see in the contempo black and white designs. Your re-do is so charming! Bravo.

[@SageLilleyman]

Thank you so much! 💞

[@Miniver765]

I absolutely loathe these ultra contemporary kitchen rehabs. They're all so cold and sterile. Sage, you did a wonderful job!

[@jeanrock3047]

Someone has probably already said this, but my dad fixes up old buildings (don't worry, he keeps the unique historic charms), and I think that bizarre board thing is drywall. Not sure though. You are so lovely btw

[@leighannwelk1864]

I'm a Realtor and can tell you I so appreciate seeing these types of updates! I don't like either when everything is so cold and dreary.

[@jessicawidmeier2862]

Granny is just adorable and you could tell she really liked what you have done with it.

[@lorishackelford8543]

Any time you paint a kitchen or bath, use TSP to wipe down all the surfaces. And if they’re really bad, go ahead and prime the walls first. Also when painting IKEA shelves, you’ll need to sand and prime the slick surfaces. Then you’ll be able to add your color over the top.

[@pollackmorgan3149]

Hello how are you doing hope you're safe??

[@fandoria09]

The green wall makes an amazing accent wall. Pulls everything together. Beautiful job. For the white shelving, since it had a finish on it, to make new paint stick, sanding it with a very fine sand paper helps make it rough for a layer of paint to stick a lot better.

[@briannahicks9551]

It is just so beautiful! Well done Sage ❤❤ and how precious is James' grandma?! So cute! x

[@SageLilleyman]

Thank you so much!! Yes she is the best Granny! ❤️

[@aleisaetheridge8682]

Oh My Goodness ,She's precious .I adored my Grandmother more than anyone .She was the sweetest person I've ever known ,and I miss Her everyday .I grew up going to her house and My Pawpaw's ,everyday .They had the biggest garden in Alabama and fruit trees everywhere also .I learned so much from them both and I pray U have yours in your life a very very long time .Bless Your Sweet heart for what U do .

[@dollymae647]

I'm so happy you made this video. We just bought my husband's great uncle's house that belonged to his father before him. I've loved this home since I was 17 and I can't believe it's now ours. Like you the kitchen was renovated in the 70s so I'd like to take it a little further back in time. FINALLY a renovation video worth watching.

[@SageLilleyman]

Aww thank you so much for watching! Ohh that sounds so exciting, congratulations on your new old house!! 💕😊

[@lblincoe2094]

Just a couple FYIs for you, in case you'd ever like to revisit some of your projects that didn't work out the way you hoped: you don't have to limit yourself to contact paper to change countertops, you can absolutely paint them! You can use any regular latex paint, which means you can customize it to any color you like, and you just cover them with an epoxy. There is a Rustoleum epoxy that is really affordable (like $20-30) and, while application is a little messy, it's incredibly easy to use. I once painted our hideous countertops when we were still unable to afford replacing them, and they lasted beautifully until we demo'd them a couple years later. You can sit pots and pans directly on it, it doesn't stain, it's almost indestructible under standard use. The epoxy also gives it a professional look that makes them appear "original" as if they came that way, rather than being painted. I can't speak highly enough of that epoxy! Also, you can also paint coated/laminated furniture (your shelves) to last without any peeling or chipping, it just takes some preparation. The key is to lightly sand the surface to roughen it up and then prime it with an oil based primer. If you take these steps, you can paint almost anything with a regular latex paint. And lastly, beautiful job! It's so fun to see a renovation that goes the other direction and seeks to appear older, rather than modernized. It turned out so cute!

[@RoseFairbanksauthor]

Looks great! I loved James’ grandma’s reaction, but loved even more how proud he sounded telling her about it.

[@alyssamonroe2159]

Granny is absolutely beautiful. I loved her reaction

[@frankieamsden7918]

I completely agree with you on the renovating videos. I bought my first house 2 years ago and I can't tell you how difficult it is to convince the contractor and people helping us with the house that Yes, I want it to look old fashioned. Honestly, every project I do takes at least twice the estimated time. For hanging prints do you have Commando Strips? They can hold up to 5lbs, you don't need to put a hole in the wall and are removable.

[@Lili-xq9sn]

I agree with everything you wrote!

[@timefortea1931]

Bit by bit I am getting my flat vintage (1930s in the sitting room, early 50s inspired in the kitchen because, although my era is the 1930s I rent from a co op who put in the kitchen so I have to work with what I have) and 1930s style bedroom. The decorators, when I am able to get the rooms painted and papered are gonna be like this with me lol. I want dark wood skirting boards, the white plank doors stripped and stained dark wood, and also the ugly white light switches replaced with black retro Bakelite ones.

[@IlluminosaImmortalis]

I agree about cocking!! I grew up in an Edwardian farm house that was rebuilt (very quickly and with poor materials) in the late 20s after a fire, and I helped out with renovations. Cocking was my favorite part of the journey! That and taking out a wall in the dining room...that took forever and was so destructively fun!

[@thefox7073]

With respect to the door handles.. If you want to strip paint from metal without the nasty fumes and mess of chemical strippers, just fill a slow cooker with water and set the dial to high. The heat and moisture will soften the paint, and often it will fall off as a single piece. Then use metal spray paint for the color you want. Looks great and your Grandmother is awesome!

[@stuffwithsoph8264]

That sounds so satisfying

[@elisabethbrooks4694]

I boil the brass (and other painted metals like hinges) in either water and vinegar or water and baking soda. Pull them out and run under very cold water to make the last of the paint pull away. Polish brass afterward with fine steel wool and more vinegar or baking soda. Also, there are tension rods that would work great over a sink for the curtain. No screws required.

[@krislange1186]

I totally agree with you on the "modern" kitchens. Everyone has the SAME THING. I don't want my house to look like everyone elses. I've come to detest the words "needs to be UPDATED"! I have many of my grandmother's things in my house and cherish them. Beautiful job!

[@patbowman6723]

For future reference, whenever you are gluing something down such as contact paper or wall paper, put a pin hole where the bubble is and you can push the air out the hole. All of your hard work paid off greatly, everything looks so beautiful and from my memory of my grandmothers your house looks totally 1950's. I would leave the wall paper alone, so what if it's a little stains. It's supposed to be a 1950's house! Please be extra careful about the new appliances you bought. Those old wires can cause a fire at any time. Good job guys.

[@leighsaldivar4439]

Sage I think you’re the sweetest person I’ve ever seen. You have such a beautiful soul and spirit ❤

[@thetoysofchildhood]

The curtains are so cute, love the colours of them. 💕💚 And you're so right about renovations... Don't take away all the lovely vintage goodness! 😍

[@SageLilleyman]

Aw thank you so much!! 💕

[@judyshort38]

I recently found your channel and subscribed. The first video I watched was about being a housewife in the 40s. Love it and I was born in 1938 in Ohio and remember when they announced on the radio that the war was over. I stood on a hassock and saluted! lol And I remember taking piles of newspapers to school for the war effort. Margarine was a bag of fat (probably lard) which you put this red tablet in and kneaded the bag to color the fat and to add flavor. My mother had a wringer washer, so no scrubbing on a washboard. Well into the late 50s, my mother always wore a housedress and heels. Never saw her clean anything, but our house was always immaculate. And she loved to wallpaper!

[@magdaleanam.6953]

Kitchens back in the day are built to last. I cook on my 1950 oven (rewired by Antique Appliances in GA) and wash my dishes in my 1940's sink. I love how your kitchen turned out. Wallpaper is great.

[@ldg2655]

A beautiful green! Good job! I agree with the above poster about covering the over the stove wallpaper with plexiglass or something to protect it…. LOL as to all of the drill holes… (you should see the wall in our closet..😜)

[@ladyrose3338]

WOW!! What an amazing job renovating that kitchen! You both make such a great team, not to mention what a lovely couple you make as well! And your hubby’s gran is adorable! I loved when she said the toaster took her back! Thanks for sharing everything you did! Btw, I also loved all the vintage kitchens you showed at the beginning of this video! My favorite was the one at the 1:41 mark…THAT is my dream kitchen! Especially the table and chairs! So, thanks again for this wonderful video and for sharing your vintage journey and lifestyle with us! 🙏🏼💖

[@pamjones3377]

I grew up in the 1950s in England, and I’m really enjoying watching your videos. Thank you!

[@lisapop5219]

I've never seen contact paper on countertops. I have some ugly counters lol. One thing you can look for to put up the curtains is a tension rod that doesn't need to be nailed in. They are really cheap and easy to find here (us) at hardware or home stores It looks very nice!

[@amiegamble1678]

I was going to second the tension rod. I have them in my kitchen. (I have café style curtains. My house was built in 1951. It's been redone a few times. I'm working on a more country feel in my kitchen.)

[@r-e_mii]

If you apply contact paper, do not cut, put anything wet or hot on it. Be aware that if it's near a sink you may want to caulk & seal it.

[@angelaferreira5177]

So nice to see a young person who likes vintage and to decorate !!!

[@joevining2603]

For never having done anything like this before, I say you did a mighty fine job! You're a darling.

[@darrinmckeehan9074]

Love your final results 😍. Like you said, during can be stressful but so satisfying once it's through 😄. A tip (as if you didn't have many prior 😅😂)-when I learned to paint, I was taught to make an X on the wall...then go over that with the roller. Starting at the top of the wall and work down in small sections and to the other side. 😊

[@rosiedegregorio9547]

Ur amazing person I'm.glad u show us how those days were maybe I should live that way I was born in 1976 can I have some ideas

[@shells4kids987]

I'm a '76 baby too!😀

[@annashepard6337]

It's lovely. I especially like the green wall with the vintage art work. It is very pleasing to the eye.

[@bvintage316]

Definitely need one of those cat clocks with the eyes that go back and forth lol Love the Reno, good job!

[@alfredopasta218]

YES

[@alexandragatto]

Those are more late 50s/60s kitsch whereas this is a 40s-mid-50s reno. Funny as it sounds a cat clock would look too modern!

[@dianakendrick6354]

Take the door knobs and soak them in a crock pot the hot water just takes all the paint right off you will have to leave them in the crock for several hours but it works. I love the kitchen colors, the vintage wallpaper is so pretty. You did a great job!

[@Shannon71172]

I absolutely love ❤️ the 40s through the 70s ! Love Kitchy and Retro. I was born in 1972, and always say I’m an old soul with a kids heart ! Lol. I am a new subscriber, and totally enjoying you and your channel ! Thank You! Cannot wait to see the finished kitchen. Blessings. 🙏🏻❤️

[@Shannon71172]

The kitchen is LOVELY ! Great 👍 job….❤️

[@carlsenlifeafter60carlsen11]

I grew up in the 50’s and this is great , it brings back so many memories…good job!

[@aussiegirl654]

A quick way to wash your walls is a mop. My friend uses a sponge mop to clean walls and ceilings. Also sugar soap cleans them really well.

[@mickeymousey1239]

I use a swiffer, clip a wet cloth and boom, easy b peazy

[@kamicrum4408]

My mom lives is a small house built 1947-50 she uses a sponge mop for all wall cleaning.

[@kardanmadam5982]

Your energy is so sweet that every time I watch it, a smile appears on my face

[@melissahilliard3583]

The kitchen looks great. A cool thing you can do with the shelves since paint won’t stick. Take a vintage or vintage style fabric, soak is liquid starch and cover the shelves. I have lined and backed my kitchen cabinets and it looks really good. Plus it peals off very easily.

[@mickeymousey1239]

harder to wipe to clean though? kitchens get messy from cooking

[@karikiiiks6880]

Or just sand them lightly before painting?

[@marycerrone3281]

Shevles need to be prime first before painting.

[@SandyToes75]

Sand and prime the IKEA shelves. The kitchen is so lovely!!!

[@sugarplumfairy420]

Sage you are a precious gift to us. I cannot explain enough how inspiring and motivating you are. Your cute personality and bundle of energy is infectious and a true pick me up for those of us who are struggling. You reno is beautiful. I laughed and then cried with you when some of the things didn't turn out, but I love your can do attitude of finding solutions to every problem. Its definitely a learning process with renovating, you have learnt so much that you will remember for next time. You are an amazing person, so intelligent and multi skilled, I am blown away with how skilled you are at such a young age. It's almost like you were born in the 40's because that's how women were in those days, they learnt all of the essential tasks that got them through times when they couldn't just go to the shops and buy whatever they wanted. Your talents are endless from fabulous cooking, beautiful sewing, awesome crafts, super talented artist, great gardener, and now great house renovator. Finally, you are a natural comedian! I love your funny little faces that you pull and your cute dancing, and your clever wit. What a truly special person you are and we are so thankful to have you in our lives. Best of luck to you and James for the future. What a gorgeous couple you are.

[@SageLilleyman]

Aww, I can't thank you enough for your truly beautiful and thoughtful comment! You are too sweet! xx ❤️

[@MrsNanaBlue]

I like the White countertops, and in my eyes there is no need in changing them (when they're still good). For one of your first renovations, well done!! It looks really great.

[@sitsngigglesful]

I am giving my childhood home kitchen a makeover. It was built in the 50's by my parents and was likely last updated in the 70s. I was searching for painting old cabinets and found this video. I'm using greens in mine as well! This was helpful AND entertaining

[@pkmcnett5649]

Sage, you are adorable! I totally agree with you about the ruination of vintage kitchens by modernization. The doorknobs are so high! Gorgeous kitchen. You may be able to paint the shelves if you wash them with trisodium phosphate first

[@SandyToes75]

TSP cleans all things kitchen! USN wife and TSP was used to clean when we moved into a housing unit and again when we moved out. The units might be messy when we moved in but when we left, we passed the white glove test.

[@grannyjann]

Love the wallpaper!! And yes, vintage looks much better than the new style. It has more color and character. Lovely renovation.

[@a_leaf]

There is something magical about the cupboard 35:52, its like those items come to life, similar to the Beauty and the Beast 1950s movie when the cups and saucers came to life. Very well done! Your passion is literally coming to life through the cohesion of your lifestyle like this renovation. Its so lovely and inspiring, thank you for sharing. Lots of love from California! : )

[@karenhessler8966]

I'm so delighted to find someone else who dislikes all the updating done by people renovating which ends up with everything white or black and white. You did a great job! I love the colors!

[@SageLilleyman]

Thanks so much! Xx

[@emmaleebuzzard1023]

Small tips- get your finger wet when smoothing out the chaulk. Cut open boxes to lay flat underneath your sheets when painting. (Extra protection if you spill your paint.) Cut in when you are painting with a brush, then roll. :) I love the colors that were picked! Good job you guys!

[@MickeyGee73]

So Pretty! I love how you have tied in the original kitchen colours with the wallpaper! ❤ A few hints..For shelving you can paint, go to the dressed timber aisle in Bunnings, look for primed mdf and Bunnings will cut it to length for you down in the lumber supplies section..The chipped baseboards could be also covered by glueing on strips of the same mdf or use melamine that is laminated white from that same section with the bonus that you don't need to paint at all..You could have cut out those oil stained sections of wallpaper using a ruler and a Stanley knife, sealed the wall with varnish or primer and rewallpapered over..Before wallpapering or painting, clean the walls with Sugar soap, then spray and wipe down with methylated spirits, you can get vanilla scented meths at Bunnings, its great for cleaning kitchens and bathrooms..Bunnings also sells a paint reno kit from Dulux to refinish your benchtops whatever colour you like..lastly..When you paint doors unscrew the handle plates first (same with switch plates on the walls)..Use a small roller and water based enamel on doors as it is washable..If you want to paint door handles, mask up around them and use a can of spray paint suitable for metal, give them several fine coats of spray paint and it will look professional and durable..Just found your channel..Off to watch some more! 😊👍

[@veganlunchmom]

It turned out so lovely!! Great job!! Granny’s reaction was so sweet.

[@SageLilleyman]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@engletinaknickerbocker5380]

Oh, to be young again, with so many ideas and such energy! Nice job!

[@jamierae7405]

Very lovely job Sage. You and your hubby have every reason to be proud of your hard work. What an amazing transformation.

[@BritInvLvr]

I have a 50s home and I am so thankful the original owners never did any major upgrades, other than paint. I am able to keep my house in a vintage style that is so cozy and inviting.

[@chelsea-t]

The kitchen looks amazing! The vintage wallpaper and the green wall looks so good! Aww loved seeing Grans reaction

[@chocolate-eq6jn]

Yes! I agree. If there's one thing that got my attention, that was it. The pink wallpaper really brings out the green in the tile. Before that, it looked too brown.

[@nancylee4234]

Love it💕 love the colors. I was born in the forties and grew up in the fifties and I love vintage kitchens. We had a toaster like that.

[@mariahstieve4958]

Keeping the shelves white really made them pop and complemented the door/trim. Looks great!

[@elliecobb2734]

This is a trip down memory lane, Love it, I was born in 1940, so it's like going home. I could see my Mom wallpapering every room in the house, My first memories of a kitchen, even had a wall hung sink, which I think was a much earlier vintage. So warm and welcoming. and a family gathering place. right up until 2005, when my Mom went to live with my brother. My Dad built the cupboards, which were stained dark walnut. and we had a "modern", white youngstown sink which, because of a leaky crack, replaced the wallhung sink. I also don't like the "modern" look, especially complete black/white/stainless, to me it looks like a factory., with the warmth of an ice cube. Great job!

[@stephaniemarie4946]

If you ever wanted to try painting the shelves, you could try to sand the surface first and then paint it! I love your videos! They make me so excited when I see the notification pop through

[@chocolate-eq6jn]

Agreed. The brown particle board is still 1970's style. Painting it would really make a difference!

[@redessa01]

Yes, sand them and use a good quality primer (even if the paint has primer in it). A topcoat of clear polyurethane will help it last longer as well.

[@allylambert8470]

I’d love to see a video of you going on a vintage shopping trip💕

[@lynnwing2176]

The vintage wallpaper really ties in the backsplash. So much warmer with the wood cabinet and shelving! I love it 💕

[@belindabelinda6941]

Granny is completely lovely! Much love to her from England!

[@pollackmorgan3149]

Hello how are you doing👋👋👋

[@tonitroth9879]

Awww...Sage, you & James did a wonderful job!! What a beautiful surprise for his grandmother 🥰 I love that you take everything back to a more simple time, makes my heart smile 💕

[@Tam00393]

I was really close to my Old Granny (my great grandma) and I really miss her, my grandmother (her daughter) is still alive but she's really, really, really mean and we've never had a relationship. Seeing your grandmother legit makes me want to cry and never stop. Beautiful kitchen though, thanks for sharing.

[@SageLilleyman]

Thank you so much! 💕 Awww your great grandma sounded beautiful! I’m so sorry xx

[@nancyhuenergardt8442]

Is there a way to coat the vintage wallpaper so that oil splatters won't discolor it? Love the new kitchen!! And Granny's look was priceless!! I wouldn't call it Shrek green, but Kermit green! I love the two toned curtains! It adds to the wallpaper! Great job!

[@mickeymousey1239]

she did that with putty and another layer

[@mickeymousey1239]

the emerald green is so pretty love it

[@nancyhuenergardt8442]

@@mickeymousey1239 that's was from the oil coming through after she put it up. I hope there's a way she can protect it from future splatters!

[@meiraloraduncan8953]

Great little kitchen. They make tension rods for places where you can’t nail or use screws. You can also use command hooks that don’t damage or leave marks on your walls to hang things up.

[@ashleyl.2975]

I would love to see a vintage house tour!

[@megkralicek9926]

I’m with you, no modern, no black & white. This is beautiful!

[@katherine5354]

Absolutely lovely and adorable! I agree with you about everyone wanting to always do the modern white kitchens. I love the charm of a vintage kitchen.

[@samanthapenaluna-litjens477]

I like the countryside style kitchens. I don't mind the white and wood as long as there is texture linens and the decor keeps the interest too.

[@AlexisTwoLastNames]

this video is just the cutest thing. makes me think of my grandparents even though they were this age in the late 50s/early 60s rather than the 40s/50s

[@JadeStrawberry]

Hi Sage, the kitchen really turned out lovely. I had no idea there were unused old vintage wallpapers being sold. Doing home renos really is tiring and don't know how people buy homes and flip them constantly, but it's an investment. Grandma was very sweet!

[@leamacleod5903]

Spoon flower has old time vintage look paper and fabrics

[@mickeymousey1239]

u an buy vintage patterns all over the place now

[@TheEmogirl100]

Love the color green you chose for the kitchen. And I love your channel, videos, etc. I’m an old soul as well and hope one day to make a home with 1950s flair with a modern twist. Stay lovely and vintage!🤗🤗🤗❤️❤️❤️

[@Marilyn473ify]

I'm in love with your new kitchen 😍 specially the wall paper and the colour combination with the green, brown and pink. I love green and brown, specially together 💚🤎I can't wait to see more new cooking videos in your new lovely kitchen 😁

[@feliciahendricks1086]

Really adds warmth and character

[@khalilahd.]

You’re so unique and I love your videos! You actually inspired me to make my own KZbin channel so thank you! Can’t wait until your next video! 😊❤️

[@moniquem783]

A little tip for next time you need to wash a wall. Use a mop. A sponge type, not a string type. It’s so much easier. I painted my last house and did the prep with a cloth like you did. A few years later I needed to clean a wall in my current house and tried the mop. So much easier! I love the green colour! There are some beautiful greens out there and some horrible greens. The house I painted was horrible green 😂😂 Yours is beautiful green. It’s all really beautiful Sage and James. Great job! It was so nice to see Granny’s reaction too.

[@thebrooklynbakehouse]

this is GORGEOUS. please don't feel you have to apologize to us! Sage's videos at any time is good for me! Also....Tim is very cute.

[@jeaniecreswell8708]

I love the renovation. I too am a vintage girl and I adore your kitchen

[@MsScarletHeart4ever]

Simply stunning! I just finished watching. It feels so homey and like it could be used a retro or vintage kitchen set. So happy to see you finally get this done, I know you'll be enjoying it. 💖💖

[@Razz_Dazz1]

Every time I watch your videos I find more and more household items I recognise from my Nana's house that she is STILL USING to this very day! My Mum was using that exact kettle up until the element died in 2014!

[@SageLilleyman]

Aww that’s so nice! 💕

[@grace7701]

You did a lovely job! Love the green and the wallpaper and that wood shelf you found is perfect. I think my only concern would be how to keep grease from getting onto the wallpaper from the stove. I have beadboard along the wall behind my stove and even with my vent above it which helps greatly to cut doen on grease, I regularly have to wash that section of the wall and cupboards with cleaner like 409. I hope the wallpaper will be ok, it is just darling!

[@toddylu6869]

The wallpaper was wonderful and just added the perfect touch. Granny was amazed as was your hubby....so sweet!

[@stephanied-homeschoolconne3357]

I love how it turned out! The colors are so beautiful, and your vintage finds go perfectly with everything. I love wallpapering and painting and have done it often. You guys did a really good job...on everything!!! :)

[@SageLilleyman]

Aw thank you so much!! 💕

[@flapdoodlecacklberry]

Wow Sage, I adore your kitchen make over!!! I feel so upset when people paint everything white or black, and remove all the beauty and cozyness from a place! Why are so many people like this? I f have felt quite alone in the passion I have about the vintage and centuries past aesthetics that I love . Thank you for bringing more beauty into the world!!!! 😍

[@pennypenny6130]

Your kitchen looks like an absolute dream! Wonderful job 👏 Love all of your vintage accessories.

[@monet1047]

Bravo!! I can't believe you did all of that in a week. A beautiful transformation.

[@marthagillies5446]

The best way to remove paint from old hardware is to place it in a crockpot with water for about 10 hours the paint peals off and reveals the beauty of years past. I’ve been renovating 1910 craftsman house for the past 2 years and have used this method on all the original hardware.

[@JRSAMPLESBR549]

I just stumbled across your channel, I'm in love! If you want to, all you have to do is sand and prime any thing then paint. If you want to change your counter you can sand prime and paint it. Then seal it with epoxy. It's also known as bar top. Y'all did an amazing job. I LOVE OLD EVERYTHING