The Domino Effect is defined as "a chain reaction that occurs when a small change causes a similar change nearby, which then will cause another similar change, and so on in linear sequence." This phenomenon certainly takes place when it comes to home improvement. And it is out of control in my kitchen.
It started when we replaced the old appliances that began to die, one by one, shortly after we moved in. Once we had all shiny, new, stainless steel appliances, the rest of the kitchen looked shabby.
So we replaced the countertops; with those came a new sink and faucet. Then the cheap, contractor-grade backsplash tiles had to go; while we were tiling we went ahead and updated all the electrical outlets. Now the dated oak cabinetry isn't working. Ditto the bad lighting and popcorn ceiling. Then there's the tacky window coverings and ancient kitchen furniture...where does it end?
Home improvement is a $300-billion-a-year industry. I smell a conspiracy.
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