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Soft Contemporary (1 of 4): More Demolition From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-110

	In this week 's episode of Kitchen Renovations, host Paul Ryan starts a four-part project that involves converting this old, outdated kitchen ...
	into this beautiful new soft contemporary kitchen ...
	that's a perfect place for a young couple to entertain!
	The "pink" countertops definitely had to go according to the homeowners.
	Here's the old layout, and when designer Lisa Loushin-Crocker was through working her magic ...
	she suggested this new light, spacious and airy layout!

In this segment host Paul Ryan and the homeowners continue the demolition process by removing the cabinets, and the old cast-iron sink is taken out. And the counters are pried off.

Materials and Tools:

Appliance Removal

Safety glasses
Gloves
Appliance dolly
Cordless drill
Appropriate screw bit
Off-set power head
Cabinet Removal
Safety glasses
Gloves
Dumpster
Hammer
Cordless drill
Appropriate screw bit
Impact driver
Utility knife
Pry bar

Vinyl Floor Removal

Safety glasses
Gloves
Kneepads
Utility knife
5 in 1 tool
Pry bar

Underlayment Installation

Luan underlayment material
Safety glasses
Gloves
Kneepads
Pencil
Tape measure
Framing square
Pneumatic air stapler
1-1/4" staples
Table saw
Jigsaw
Shop vac

Wall Repairs

4x8 sheets of 1/2" drywall
1-5/8" drywall screws
Joint compound/mud
Mud pan
Mudding knife
Self-adhesive fiberglass tape
Utility knife
Cordless drill
Appropriate screw bit
Sanding sponge
Mask
Shop vac

Prepping Underlayment For Cork

Safety glasses
Gloves
Kneepads
Skimcoat material
Bucket
5" mudding knife
Extension cord
Orbital palm sander
Belt sander

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Continuing the Demolition

1. To remove the sink the plumbing needs to be disconnected first. (Hire a plumber if you are not comfortable doing this.)

2. Cut the silicone bead that holds sink in place with utility knife.

3. Pry out the sink using a hammer and pry bar (figure A).

4. Once lifted, slide a small wood block under the lip (figure B). This makes it easier to lift up and out.

   Note: Remember that cast iron is extremely heavy, so be sure to have help and proper back support.

   Tip: For a demolition job like this you may want to consider renting a dumpster. You can rent a six-yard dumpster for five days for approximately $180.

   Countertop Removal

5. Use a pry bar and hammer to loosen the countertop first, and then just lift and remove.

   Warning: Be careful not to damage any pipes or plumbing when removing the countertops.

6. To remove the sink cabinets, use a small pry bar to score the floor (figure C) of the cabinet around the water pipes.

7. Then pry out the thin flooring board-base of the cabinet.

8. Now lift the cabinet frame up and over pipes.

In the next segment, it's time to tear out the flooring.

RESOURCES :

Skil
Robert Bosch Tool Corp.
Website: www.skiltools.com

Stanley Tools Information
Stanley Tools/Works
Website: www.stanleyworks.com

Fiskars (Bucket Boss Division)
Fiskars Bucket Boss Division
Website: www.bucketboss.com

Makita Products
Makita USA Inc.
Website: www.makita.com

Paslode Nail Guns
Paslode
Website: www.paslode.com

Wolfcraft Products

Wolfcraft Inc.
Itasca, IL 60143
Phone: 630-773-4777
Fax: 630-773-4805
Website: www.wolfcraft.com

Semi-Custon Cabinetry (Wood-Mode, Inc.)

Brand name: Brookhaven
Color: Natural maple and nut brown, recessed colony
Where available: Wood-Mode, Inc. (see contact information, below)

Wood-Mode, Inc.
Website: www.wood-mode.com

3M Painter's Masking Tape and Sanding Pad
The 3M Company
Website: www.3m.com

GUESTS :

Lisa Loushin-Crocker
Designer, Kitchens by Krengel
Website: www.kitchensbykrengel.com