Opaque

Contemporary Design for Small Kitchens

… family of three. Positioning the upper cabinets 3 inches higher than standard cabinets kept them from crowding the room. An opaque -glass backsplash has a translucent quality, as do the rippled-glass upper cabinet doors. A songwriter's kitchen sings …

Home Improvement Challenge: Bath Winner and More Bath Favorites

… suite includes two bow-front vanities, a large walk-in shower for two, and a separate toilet compartment. Heavy-duty opaque glass separates the vanities from the toilet compartment (on the left) and the shower (on the right). Using glass instead …

Romance Your Rooms

… fabrics, such as these bath curtains, and upholster chairs in plush chenilles or velvets. In the bath, use fluffy towels and opaque shades on lamps for a soft, skin-flattering glow. The real key to a romantic room is the level of comfort. In the bedroom …

Tips for U-Shape Kitchen Layouts

… Instead of traditional laminate or wood, these cabinet doors sport frosted glass fronts trimmed in stainless steel. The opaque glass contributes to the room's openness. With a clear distinction between prep areas (along the left and right walls of …

Painted Floor Ideas for the Kitchen

… durable finish. Painted wood floors continue the color scheme on the walls, and stripes make the room seem wider. For an opaque look with no wood grain showing through, use a high-quality stain-blocking primer and self-leveling paint or porch paint …

Kitchen Cabinets: Stylish Ideas for Cabinet Doors

… saucers were painted freehand. The imperfections of the lines add to the charm. You could also cast images on the doors using an opaque projector and trace the images with paint. Take standard cabinets back in time by aging them with a distressed finish. Apply …