This 1970’s split level home in Bartlett, IL is getting a new kitchen

split level home in Bartlett kitchen remodeling

We’ll show the pictures along the way and describe the kitchen remodeling process.

Bob and Lynette desperately needed more counter space and storage. Drawers especially were lacking. After considering moving they realized how much they love their neighborhood. After all, moving would mean likely buying a home that needed updating anyway. They are now ready to bring this home up to date.

Wish list:

  • More counter space
  • More storage
  • Brighter more open feeling
  • More lighting
  • White cabinets with black hardware
  • Granite counter tops
  • Tile backsplash
  • New Pella patio door
  • New hardwood flooring in kitchen and refinish existing

Before Pictures

before picture of a kitchen in a split level home
before picture of a kitchen in a split level home
before picture of a kitchen in a split level home

Kitchen Demolition

The pre-construction work for this kitchen remodeling project has been done. The city building permit has been secured, all selections have been made, and the client has had their furniture relocated.

The pictures may not show it but our interior demolition process isn’t like you’ve seen on TV. We call it a “De-construction’ process. We don’t use sledge hammers and we don’t run into walls to knock them down!

We carefully remove every cabinet, counter top, appliance, etc.  Occasionally some of these items are in good enough condition to donate.

demolition of the kitchen removing cabinets
demolition of the kitchen removing cabinets
demolition of the kitchen removing cabinets
demolition of the kitchen removing cabinets
image dust barrier

plastic dust barrier

image insulation from attic

Yes it gets messy!

electric behind drywall is dangerous

You never know what’s behind the drywall!

Carpentry, Plumbing, Electric, and HVAC

New load bearing beam where wall was removed

plumbing for new kitchen

Plumbing reconfigured for new sink location

kitchen electrical

Electrical reconfigured for new kitchen layout

new exhaust duct for microwave range hood

New sheet metal, insulated exhaust duct

Insulation

Insulation contractor is here!

Fiberglass batt insulation with vapor barrier

image blown in attic insulation

Blown in loose insulation above the fiberglass batts

New Drywall

new drywall
new drywall in kitchen
new drywall

New Hardwood Flooring

Flooring was delivered 3 days prior to installation. It’s important for the wood to get acclimated to the home’s humidity levels.

new hardwood flooring

The existing floors were 1-1/2 inch wide Red Oak hardwood. We installed the same size and stained them.

new hardwood flooring in living room

The floor stain color is Jacobean by Minwax. Our flooring supplier and installer is Desitter Flooring in Glen Ellyn. They always do a professional job.

completed hardwood floor

We were able to splice in the new floor to the old floor. This eliminated the need for a transition strip.

floor protection

First layer of floor protection

image floor protection

Second layer of floor protection. Can’t be too careful!

Primer and Painting

Walls are primed and the ceiling has 2 coats of Benjamin Moore’s Ceiling white paint

The old stained base trim and window casing is primed and ready for paint

walls primed and ceiling painted white

It’s getting brighter in here already!

Cabinet Delivery and Installation

kitchen cabinets delivered in Bartlett

Cabinets have been delivered. It is surprising how much room they take up when they are brought into the house!

cabinets being installed in Bartlett Illinois

Our cabinet installation process utilizes a laser level light to ensure a level and plumb installation.

walls primed and ceiling painted white

It’s starting to look like a kitchen!

White shaker style cabinets

Crown molding adds so much to the look and feel of any kitchen.

Crown molding installed

Our cabinet installation process utilizes a laser level light to ensure a level and plumb installation.

walls primed and ceiling painted white

White cabinets are timeless.

pantry cabinet installed
white cabinets installed in Bartlett
walls primed and ceiling painted white

Granite Delivery and Installation

granite counter tops delivery

Granite fabrication, delivery, and installation by Ultimate Stone

granite countertop installation in Bartlett

Granite installation is an exciting part of any kitchen remodeling project.

walls primed and ceiling painted white

This granite is named Kalix River. It was supplied by MSI Chicago in Elk Grove Village

Kalix River granite installed
Kalix River Granite on the Peninsula
walls primed and ceiling painted white

Cabinet Hardware Installation

Cabinet Hardware Layout Drawing

Our kitchen designer indicates on her drawings the locations of the various sized handles. This is so helpful!

assorted hardware sizes for different sizes of cabinet doors

Bob and Lynette loved the designer’s idea of incorporating different sizes of handles to correspond with the different cabinet door sizes.

walls primed and ceiling painted white

Cabinet hardware is the jewelry of the kitchen. These handles are flat black to match the new Kohler faucet.

Tile Backsplash

tile backsplash installed in Bartlett

Tile backsplash supplied by Virginia Tile in Wood Dale IL

tile backsplash completed

The tile backsplash adds a little touch of modern to this transitional kitchen

Kitchen is Complete!

completed kitchen in Bartlett IL
completed kitchen pantry view

Customer review

We recently remodeled our kitchen, dining room, and living room. Rosseland Remodeling transformed our first floor into a living space we now enjoy spending time in. Chris has gone above and beyond our expectations! He was responsive to all our needs. He helped with decisions concerning design, and product information. All of the people he worked with did excellent work and were timely. We would definitely work with Chris again, and we highly recommend him!

Bob and Lynette in Bartlett