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August 25, 2011

Installing an Ikea farmhouse sink in an existing cabinet

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I’m in love. It’s a shallow love really. The item of my affection certainly doesn’t return my feelings.  It’s cold, it’s hard, and most days it’s pretty sterile…but I don’t care! I have a new FARMHOUSE SINK…and I have entered sink nirvana!

But, let’s back up a little.  As y’all know I’ve been working on the never ending kitchen remodel…and we are close my friends, oh so close.  I am big on “ta-da!” reveals so I can’t bring myself to show you a partially done kitchen, but I also need to blog about this process to keep my DIY kitchen mojo.  Thanks for sticking with me over the last few months as I share the steps of my remodel without actually revealing the whole kitchen yet….I promise it’s coming!

As you might remember the first part in our kitchen redo was tearing out a very underused planning desk and replacing it with a beadboard wall and gorgeous antique buffet! Then we built a window seat in our bay window.  Up next I painted our ugly oak builders grade cabinets white,  added hardware where none existed and created my own cabinet feet!  Now it was time for new counters and the pièce de résistance a new farmhouse sink!

This is where we were before we started removing the sink and counters.

Not hideous, but not the farmhouse kitchen look we were going for. First the easy part. Removing the counters and sink.  Then we faced the scary task of installing an Ikea domsjo farmhouse sink into an existing cabinet.  And, after much research we learned it can be done! I stumbled across this fabulous YouTube video explaining exactly how to accomplish this.  I am such a visual person so seeing the steps and being able to watch it again and again was great!

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We knew the main steps were to cut out the back of the cabinet as well as the front portion where the “faux” cabinet doors are located.

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After installing the new counters (which we’ll save for another post) we notched out the edges that butt up to the sink to allow the apron of the sink to fit up against the counters.

 

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Bama Boy wanted to make sure you saw what a great helper he was during the counter and sink installation…

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A good hint when you are cutting on counters or any surface where you want to have a “clean cut” is to cover the area with masking tape.  This protects from chipping.

Next, we cut out the front top part of the cabinet.

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This is what we removed based on the measurements of the sink and our particular cabinet.  Finally the back of the cabinet was removed per the instructions from the video. I don’t have an actual photo of the removal of the back of the cabinet, or of the guys dropping the 300 lb. sink in since I was on my fifth Lowe’s run of the day and those big meanies wouldn’t take it out and re-install it for me so I could photograph it.

Geesh! I mean really? What’s wrong with them. 😉

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So, now here’s the part that wasn’t mentioned in the video. See, not every cabinet is created equal or more accurately with the same design.  For instance mine must have had larger faux doors because after the installation I was left with this nice gap under the apron.  And, while I love every square inch of my new beauty I didn’t particularly want to see this part of my sink peeking through.  We needed to cover up her “underthings” somehow. grin.

I headed back to Lowes..again…for the 55 millionth time now…no lie! okay so maybe a little lie…and purchased a pretty piece of trim.  Actually it’s window casing but it worked perfect for what I needed. I wanted the decorative trim to show up a little more on the front of the cabinet so I installed a small narrow piece of trim first that I had left over from trimming the cabinets.

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I measured the length I needed and dry fitted the trim under the sink to make sure it would fit.

Then I measured and cut the decorative piece of trim with my jig saw that I inherited from my dad-in-law. It still works great in spite of being a lovely avocado green.

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I made sure to dry fit my decorative trim piece as well

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and then primed and painted both pieces to match my cabinets.

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After the trim pieces were dry I installed both pieces using construction adhesive

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and uses a clamp to hold in place until dry.

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Be sure to clamp only as tightly as you need to hold the trim in place, to avoid denting the wood. So, what do you think?

I really like the look of the trim under the sink. What was a “fix” has added a nice decorative detail to otherwise pretty plain cabinets.  As you can see, I am missing a backsplash, which just happens to be what I am taking a break from installing as I type this post, but as I mentioned at the beginning I am in LOVE with my new sink! It’s HUGE! Like you could bathe a child in it huge! It hides all of my dirty dishes perfectly which is exactly what a good sink should do….see it’s showing me some love!

So have you though about purchasing the Ikea Domsjo farmhouse sink? I know I am glad we did!
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I want to take just a moment and thank my sweet in-laws for very generously purchasing the sink and new counters for us! We were going to wait on these two improvements…but because of their sweet gift we were able to move forward with all of the changes to the kitchen…so thank you Bob and Arlene !I’ll be sharing some more kitchen posts soon, including my DIY easy-peasy window cornices! So until next time…thanks for meeting me at the fence!

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  1. ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜@ Debbiedoos blogging and blabbing says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    That is sooooooo awesome! Good man there.

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  2. Stuff and Nonsense says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    if loving a gorgeous new sink is wrong then i don’t wanna be right…loving the new farmhouse look with the ‘custom’ trim beneath…can’t wait to see the finished room!

    alison

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    It’s gorgeous, Heather! I love the sink and I love the decorative trim. It may have been a fix but it really became a nice part of the cabinet, too. Thumbs up to Bama Boy for helping out and a double thumbs up for wearing his cap backwards! That shows he was REALLY helping. : ) Decorative trim really does come in handy. I wound up using some as somewhat of a solution but also to make a couple of areas on my redone French dresser work better.

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  4. Gracie's Cottage says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Oh, can I come wash your dishes? LOVE it! What a wonderful gift from your in-laws!

    Jan

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  5. Debbie--https://refreshrestyle.com/ says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    You’re so lucky to have a beautiful sink and Bama Boy! The trim is a brilliant idea! Love it!

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  6. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Love it Heather!! It worked out well the sink not fitting properly because the added decorative trim looks fantastic!! What sweet in-laws you have I bet that was a nice surprise:) Lookin good can’t wait for the reveal! Martina

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  7. Pamela says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Heather I drool over that sink every time we go to Ikea! I wish we could do what you did but cutting into granite is just not an option for us. Your kitchen is just beautiful and aren’t in laws the best!!?? I know mine are too! Have a great day! Cant wait to see the back splash!

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  8. Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    I want a farmhouse sink!!! Heather, this is so pretty and I love your solution to the gap below. Can’t wait to see the whole kitchen in all it’s remodeled beauty!

    Reply
  9. Patricia Ann says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    I love it! Thanks for the instructions….good to know! I hope I can get one in the near future!!

    Reply
  10. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    I’m in love, I’ve been swooning over that sink for awhile now 🙂 Thanks for showing us how to install, it’s so pretty!
    XO
    Kristin

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  11. Barb@curlywillowdiy says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    This is a project on my kitchen ” to do” list. I love farmhouse sinks and yours looks terrific! Thanks for posting this “how to”.

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  12. Ange says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Beautiful! I wanted that sink in my last kitchen but IKEA was sold out of it. I love your trim underneath, a perfect finishing piece! Can’t wait for the whole kitchen reveal!!!!! Enjoy that sink and the new countertops!

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  13. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Oh my, the new sink is totally fabulous. I love it. Can’t wait to see the whole kitchen. Hugs, Marty

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  14. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovement says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    I love it!! And great job improvising on the underside. It looks great!

    Take care,
    Pam

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  15. housedressingblog.blogspot.com says

    August 24, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    The trim is icing on the cake! It looks soooo designer. I would love to install a farm house sink too, but not sure how we could cut out the granite counter top ourselves… Do you hire out Bama Boy?

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  16. Cindy says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    It’s WONDERFUL! And, it’s better with the cool trim, than without! I’ve wanted to install one too, with cabinets very much like yours, so this was so helpful, now i’m going to watch that video!

    Cindy

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  17. Nette @ This Dusty House says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Your sink is gorgeous! And I love how you added the piece of trim. I think a huge part of renovating is being able to roll with the punches and problem solve creatively. And you’ve done exactly that!

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  18. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Heather, you are such a hoot. 55 millionth time. Been there done that when the mister and work on projects. I am so jealous of your new love. I wanted one when we did our kitchen and they said the drawer under the original sink had to go and that it was a lot of work. I should not have listened to them. Oh, well. I do like my black granite sink, but would love the farmhouse look. So glad you shared this at the party and can’t wait to see the reveal. Sweet in laws and cute Bama boy.

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  19. Rose Petal Hollow says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I would love a farm sink in my kitchen. Still dreaming~
    MaryAnn

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  20. Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Heather, it looks FABULOUS!! I LOVE a farmhouse sink and I think the trim enhances the whole area!

    Bama Boy did gooooood! Can’t wait to see more! I am your newest follower 🙂

    Lou Cinda

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  21. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    You can find out how to do anything on Youtube! Gotta love it! Your new sink looks awesome!I’ve designed many kitchens with farmhouse sinks and yours came out great!

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  22. marina @ yummy mummy says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    Ikea has a farmhouse sink?! OMG! I need one. Yours looks fantastic.

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  23. Hyphen Interiors says

    August 24, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    That is so awesome! Love the sink. I had never thought about how to install it in existing cabinets. Great tutorial.

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  24. Liz says

    August 24, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    I love your new sink and can’t wait to see the whole kitchen. Luck girl! =) XO ~Liz

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  25. Anna says

    August 24, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Looks AMAZING! Great job!!!

    Anna
    http://www.askannamoseley.com

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  26. Dee says

    August 24, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    So love it! Looks like you put in new counter tops as well. IKEA will check it out. Thanks

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  27. Karen says

    August 24, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I love that sink. It is on my wish list for my kitchen. I’m bookmarking this page for future reference. That trim looks fantastic, that was a great solution. Why is it that every project requires a million trips to the Home Depot, especially when you think you have everything…so annoying!

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  28. Cozy Little House says

    August 24, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    I’m going to go look this up at IKEA right now!
    Brenda

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  29. Ann Marie of At Home With Ann Marie says

    August 24, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    I love this sink! No joke, the trim is awesome- what a way to turn an Oops into a Yay! Great job! ~Ann Marie

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  30. tellerallaboutit says

    August 24, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Wow, I’m definitely adding you guys to my reader. Vanessa invited me over from my blog and it’s nice to see some Oregonian bloggers (I’m up in Portland!). Great job on the sink! CAn’t wait to see the final reveal 🙂

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  31. michelle says

    August 24, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Oooh I am so jealous of your love affair!! It looks so pretty and I really really need a trip to Ikea!!
    xoxo

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  32. Michele Smith says

    August 24, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Drool! I love that sink…beautiful! So sweet of your inlaws. I can’t wait to see the reveal!

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  33. Violets Are Blue says

    August 24, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Lovely sink, now I have sink envy! Ok, I’m old enough to remember my aunt bathing my 3yr old little cousin in her farmhouse sink at, of course, the farm. And I’m sure that many babies were bathed in such sinks. My little hit of nostalgia for the day. Patty/BC

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  34. LowCountryLiving says

    August 24, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    It’s gorgeous! I miss my farmhouse sink. They are so nice and spacious. I love how your kitchen is coming along and can’t wait to see the final product!

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  35. craftytexasgirls says

    August 24, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Thanks for stopping by Crafty Texas Girls! I love new blog friends. Almost as much as I adore your farmhouse sink. Congrats on that beauty.

    🙂 Samantha
    craftytexasgirls.com

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  36. Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads says

    August 24, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    I’m in love with your farmhouse sink, too. I want one sooooooo bad!

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  37. Deborah says

    August 24, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    I’m so glad you posted this!
    I have one on my wish-list and yours looks fabulous.
    The one I saw at Ikea is a double sink and Im so hoping it can work for my counter area too!!
    Im not sure when Im getting one..hopefully when we go south to Ikea at the end of October!!
    Thank you for the great post!!

    Deborah xo

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  38. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    August 24, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Fantastic Heather!! It’s beautiful! So excited for you!!! I am thinking of this same sink (shh don’t tell my hubby!) for my kitchen. Our cupboards are old house cupboards- not the standard sizes of today, so would take some retrofitting for the depth for sure… but I have an idea…hehehe… 🙂 Thanks for sharing your pretty sink!! Hugs, Courtney

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  39. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    August 24, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I dream of a big farmhouse sink so seeing yours gives me encouragement that we might be able to do this one day without a whole kitchen redo. The trim detail solved your problem perfectly and it looks like it was meant to be there.

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  40. Upscale Downhome says

    August 24, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    I can see why you’re in love; it looks fabulous! I love the detailed molding you added underneath to complete the look. Hopefully even doing dishes in your new sink will be fun! Enjoy!

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  41. Lori says

    August 24, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Just perfect, gotta love that kind of gift!

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  42. Marilyn says

    August 24, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Went to the new IKEA in Denver about 2 weeks ago and I NEED this sink! Maybe someone will get it for me this Christmas!!♥♫

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  43. Becca says

    August 24, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    LOVE what I see! IKEA rocks … and, your sink is amazing! I’ve always wanted one, and I applaud you and your sweet helper for taking on this project! Can’t wait to see more.

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  44. Judy says

    August 25, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    I adore a farmhouse sink and I am super impressed with your installation. It looks absolutely amazing!

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  45. Debra @ Common Ground says

    August 25, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Wow, Heather, this is wonderful! You all are doing a such a great job, love the trim work. Can’t wait to see it all finished!
    xoxo Debra

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  46. Cindy says

    August 25, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    I’m a little bit jealous. When we redid my kitchen I wanted that sink so badly, but we do not have an IKEA anywhere close, and it cost a lot to order one, the shipping would have made it too much. So I have a nice enamel sink, but it isn’t pretty like yours. I still want that sink. You did a great job of installing it and it looks gorgeous in your kitchen.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  47. Sue says

    August 25, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Sometimes, fixing a little faux pas just makes everything better. Such was the case with your sink base cabinet. The trim adds just the right touch of oomph! Looks good, Heather! ~ Sue

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  48. Chari at Happy To Design says

    August 25, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    Hi Heather…

    Ohhh my…your farmhouse sink looks fabulous, my friend! I’m sooo excited for you! You did a great job with the installation and coming up with a way to cover the sink’s underbelly! I think the trim molding looks awesome! Thanks for sharing your kitchen remodel and this process with us…it’s always so interesting!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari

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  49. Heaven's Walk says

    August 26, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    You just installed the sink of my dreams, Heather. 🙂 Great job and it looks so beautiful! Genius idea with the trimwork, too. 🙂

    xoxo laurie

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  50. Ann from On Sutton Place says

    August 26, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    I have definite sink envy. I have loved this sink since the first time I saw it at IKEA. You and your husband rock for installing it yourselves. Well done! Thanks for linking to Open House Party. I really appreciate it. Also, thanks again for your help with my sidebar questions.

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  51. Miss Gracie's House says

    August 26, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    I had so much fun reading this :)…i dream of a farm sink…still talking to the mr. on that one.
    Rene

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  52. Honey at 2805 says

    August 26, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Thanks for the welcome. I’m delighted you will be linking to the Potpourri Party!

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  53. Stacey@A Sort Of Fairytale says

    August 26, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    i love that sink and am thinking of purchasing it in the future! your tutorial is a great one and that video on youtube so helpful. I love the trim you had to add! i’ve got sink envy for sure!!

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  54. Nicole@Thrifty Decorating says

    August 26, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    LOVE your sink….I posted it to my FB page. I went over to IKEA to try and price the sink…is it the Domsjo double bowl sink that is about $300?

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  55. abeachcottage says

    August 27, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    What a lovely farmhouse sink. The trimmings are really nice as well!

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  56. Magali @ The Little White House says

    August 27, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    The trimming is just the perfect touch! You got me back to farmhouse -sink-dreaming, a place where I found myself more often than not! But, the ikea sink rises one big question for me: how do you live without a place top put wet dishes, like the teapot for example? Am I the only one too lazy to dry my teapot three times a day?

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  57. lorena says

    August 28, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    I love love love it!!!! Thanks so much for sharing. I plan to have a big farm sink some day. I am wondering, is there an advantage to removing the old counter versus just covering with a new counter top???

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  58. Michell @ Girl In Air says

    August 29, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    Oh it’s beautiful!! I will be reading this post a million more times and then making the hubby read it too….

    as soon as I’m finished painting our kitchen cabinets I too will be purchasing this sink!! WOOT!

    I’m so thankful I don’t have to rely only on the youtube video:-)

    Thank you Thank you!!

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  59. Korrie@RedHenHome says

    August 30, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Pinning this…I really want to do this someday!

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  60. Catie @ Catie's Corner says

    August 30, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    How did I miss this post? It looks gorgeous Heather! I love the decorative trim you added. It definitely gives it a custom look – very nice! Can’t wait to see the big kitchen reveal. : )
    ~ Catie

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  61. Design Love says

    August 31, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I have this exact sink from IKEA, great look for less money! One thing that I don’t like is that it is hard to keep those grooves on the top clean and the drain sometimes doesn’t keep a good seal and your water leaks out.

    It is pretty though….. Come see mine under “My Kitchen”,post!

    Cindy

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  62. Ellie says

    September 27, 2011 at 4:07 AM

    Is it wrong to love a sink? Cuz I love that sink, and I can’t wait to install one in my own kitchen. Thanks for the helpful pointers on how to make it fit. Now go give it a hug for me!

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  63. Anonymous says

    January 26, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    We put this sink in our shore house and love it! Initially it was an economy and fashion move. Trying to be practical and pretty at the same time but it turn out to be the best move I could make in the kitchen. I got the single and I can fit large cookie sheets, grill tops, stove top, big pots, large baking pans and babies. It makes a statement at a great price — LOVE IKEA

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  64. Maki says

    February 24, 2012 at 12:32 AM

    Gotta have a sink like this!!! I really enjoy shopping IKEA, so next time there
    I’ll check out the sinks. Thanks for the info.

    Can’t wait to see your finished kitchen!
    xo, Maki

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  65. Toby Hayes says

    January 16, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    Hi, I am looking to installing this sink in a custom made cabinet. I have not bought it yet but the carpenter needs to start work on the cabinet. Could you please tell me the working depth of the sink?

    To be precise, the distance from the bottom of the sink to the bottom of the lip. This distance will determine how much space needs to be left in the new cabinet where the fake drawers would have been.

    thanks
    t

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  66. Caitlin says

    January 14, 2014 at 6:19 AM

    We have the EXACT same builder’s grade cabinets, I am SO GLAD you posted this! This will help TREMENDOUSLY! Have you been liking your Domsjo? I’m thinking about getting the one that only has one partition, as the weirdos who built our kitchen decided to put the sink in the corner at a diagonal, and we only have 24″ to work with.

    Did you ever look into, or find out, what the name/brand of the cabinets are? We can’t figure it out. We want to make a booth/nook with the over-refrigerator ones, and were thinking it would be nice to have the matching ones.

    Also, what kind of faucet did you end up using for this?

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  67. Lauryn says

    February 2, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    Love the sink. We’ve been back and forth about getting this sink. We’re concerned because our cabinets are 34 inches. What size cabinets did you have? Did you have to cut into the adjacent cabinets to make this sink fit?

    Thanks!

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  68. Nick Hahn says

    November 23, 2014 at 11:38 AM

    Well, a good thing can’t last forever. The geniuses at IKEA discontinued this sink. This sink was the ONLY thing IKEA had going for them in the area of kitchens (unless you’re a particle board fan, of course) and now it’s gone. Bye bye IKEA.

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  69. Angie says

    March 25, 2015 at 1:21 PM

    I am getting this sink in the next few weeks, love it! My question is did you need to add any braces under it to help hold it up? Or is the countertop strong enough to support the weight of the sink? Thanks 🙂

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  70. Sarah says

    October 6, 2016 at 1:38 PM

    I bought an Ikea farmhouse sink and can’t wait to put it in! We’re going to be doing new countertops, too (DIY laminate). Do you think we should install the sink before the counters?

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  71. Tanya says

    June 19, 2017 at 10:24 AM

    We are getting ready to do the same exact thing in our kitchen. It is so encouraging to see someone else do it successfully…especially with the piece of trim solution. We haven’t measured yet but I’m afraid where it is going to hit on our cabinets! Also…my main goal for installing this sink is so that I can in fact bathe a baby in it!

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If this is Good Friday, why doesn’t it feel so “good”? It all seems backward doesn’t it?

What could be good about the unspeakable pain he suffered? What could be good about the shame and betrayal?

Easter Sunday is so joyful, bright and cheery. Shouldn’t that be the day we call “good”? It just feels so much better!

But, I don’t know how to rejoice over His resurrection, unless I have felt the pain of His death. I have realized that in life the sweetest victories are the ones which were realized after a pain-filled journey.

And, so it is with Good Friday. I know there will be victory over death, but I can’t skip ahead in the story.

Jesus knew what was coming. He knew what he would experience. And he knew why he would go through it. He did it for me. He did it for you.

Do you know that? Have you felt it down in the very core of your soul? 
Sometimes it makes me squirm a bit. Why would anyone do that for me?

Well, because, I can’t do it for myself!

There is nothing I can do to earn that kind of love and mercy.

That is why it is called GRACE.

His grace is freely given. We don’t have to pay for it. He paid the price for us already.

Do you remember that movie from years ago called “Ransom”? A couple’s young son was kidnapped and the parents went to hell and back trying to find him and pay the “ransom” demanded by the kidnappers.

Well, Jesus is our “ransom”. (1 Timothy 2:6) His life was the payment.

Why is it called “Good Friday”? Because that wasn’t the end of the story….
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…It was just the beginning!
Raise your hand if there’s a table in your house Raise your hand if there’s a table in your house that’s become the landing zone for ALL THE THINGS! 🙋🏻‍♀️🤪 I’ve never been more thankful for our rarely used dining room table as it’s become command central for school books and laptops and games.

Where are things collecting in your house right now?
“Sighing, tears, frustration, anger.” Every si “Sighing, tears, frustration, anger.” Every single one of these emotions has made their way through our home in recent days and, my guess is, they have in your home too.

I SO needed this reminder today from the new book ‘Adore’ by @sarahagertywrites.

Adoration isn’t just sitting at His feet gazing longingly with stars in my eyes. It’s bringing my fears and my sorrows and gray roots in my hair that desperately needs to be colored and my messy house and all of the things that threaten to send me over the edge right now and laying them down before Him, soaking up His word and His presence so that when I stand back up, I am changed for having spent the time adoring the ONE who is... Healer, comforter, peace-giver, deliverer, redeemer.

What do you need to bring to Him today? I’ll share mine in the comments and I’d love to hear from you too!
I’ve always loved evenings, but since this whole I’ve always loved evenings, but since this whole lockdown thing began, I’ve come to appreciate this time of day even more.

It feels the most...normal. Daytime is strange and foreign right now. My husband has taken over our home office, I’m suddenly taking over the responsibility of managing my kids’ distance learning and let me just say that teaching 7th grade algebra to my daughter is hugely ironic since I struggled with math all the way through school. I’m trying to do my own work but it feels utterly futile with the constant interruptions which take precedence right now. In the daytime, I’m constantly reminded of how upside down life feels.

But, in the evening, I cook dinner like I’ve always done and we gather around the table like we’ve always done and we laugh and tell stories and then clean up and play games or go on a walk or watch a show. And that feels SO gloriously normal.

So now I love evenings even more than I ever did before and I’m so grateful for this little chunk of time where the rhythms we established years ago are helping to sustain us now when so much of life feels outside of our control.

What feels ‘normal’ to you right now? Whatever it is, keep doing it. 🌿
When I was in college I would frequently call home When I was in college I would frequently call home and pour my heart out to my mom, sharing with her all that was happening in my life in that completely unfiltered way that you can talk with the person who potty trained you. These phone calls usually took place at night and my mom would patiently listen as I vented frustrations about professors, roommates, boyfriends and the food in the cafeteria. And, inevitably, they would end with my mom saying, “Everything seems worse when you’re tired. Try not to overthink things or make any major decisions tonight, especially when you are feeling emotional.” Dear friends, may I pass along this advice to you today?

If you don’t absolutely HAVE to make a decision right now, I want to encourage you to wait until life gets back to normal. If you are finding yourself over-analyzing relationships and family dynamics, I want to encourage you to remember that everything seems more dramatic when looked at under a microscope. And, let’s face it, being homebound with our loved ones non-stop makes us all feel like lab rats in an experiment.

If you are tempted to quit a job, start a business, start homeschooling permanently, stop homeschooling permanently, move to a new city, buy a farm, quit pursuing your dream, join a commune or make any other major life decision just…wait. Because, if it is in fact the right decision, it will be made even clearer once our lives return to their ‘regularly scheduled programming’. Instead, in this strange season, let’s all just take a deep, collective breath and let it out slowly, releasing the anxiety that threatens to overtake us. Let’s help each other maintain some perspective and not slip into a posture of over-thinking every little thing in our lives. Let’s remember that the enemy of our souls would love nothing more than to use this time when things feel dark to manipulate us into thinking that aspects of our lives are worse than they actually are.

My prayer for you in these days is that you will have the clarity to know what is true and that you will be filled with peace even while we live in this season of so many unknowns.
Raise your hand if you’re doing more baking thes Raise your hand if you’re doing more baking these days! 🙋🏻‍♀️ I’m trying to avoid gaining the #corona15 but my daughter and I LOVE baking together and it does help to pass the time plus it counts as a science lesson right?

If you’re able to find flour in the stores (for the love people please stop overbuying!) and you’re doing more baking at your house too you need to add this apricot bread to your list of new recipes to try!

Normally I’d point you to my blog for the directions but I’m going to do you a solid and leave the full recipe in the comments.

What have you baked so far during this time of social distancing? I’d love some new ideas!
There are a LOT of people out walking in our neigh There are a LOT of people out walking in our neighborhood right now (but still social distancing!) and she decided that she wanted to bring them some joy and put a smile on their face when they pass by our house. Also, the square with ‘say no to coronavirus’ is priceless. 😂 I just love her so much!
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