Cabinets

I ordered the cabinets yesterday. I went with Home Depot as my source, and as a fan of Jimmy Johnson (sponsored by Lowe's) it was tough to do. But the reality is that the nearest Lowe's is a lot farther away than the nearest Home Depot, and I need this done conveniently.

I pre-planned the cabinetry several months ago with Home Depot Kitchen Designer, Ruth Allen, a very nice Caribbean lady who worked me through the process. I was thrilled when I saw her without a customer yesterday, and was able to change some specs (it was still saved on her computer) and subsequently order the cabinets - which might take up to five weeks to deliver/install. The good news is that I will have them after most of the major work has been done, the bad news is that I'd liked to have had them a little sooner. But in the grand scheme of things, I think it will work out just right.

I've decided to go with Home Depot for the flooring as well - for four reasons. 1. Convenience
2. Free measuring/estimates this month and 3. I qualified for a 12-month, no payments, no interest Home Depot credit card (with $7,500 credit line) which I signed up for. I also got $200 for signing up. This card will free up some cash for other essentials and possible uh-ohs that will likely come along the way. And lastly, 4. I saw a specific hardwood flooring that I really liked for a great price. Had to go for it.