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Soft Contemporary (4 of 4): Counter Installation From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-113

	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week 's episode of Kitchen Renovations, host Paul Ryan starts a four-part project that involves converting this old, outdated kitchen ...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 the fabricator for the countertop explains the work done at the shop. The big slabs of counter are brought in and dry fitted, and the sink and faucet holes are cut to fit the sink.

Materials and Tools:

Sink Installation --

Safety glasses
Pencil
1" spade bit
Cordless drill
Extension cord
Jigsaw
Router
Carbide-tipped straight bit
100-percent clear silicone
Denatured alcohol

Preparing Epoxy --

2 part epoxy kit
Piece of cardboard for mixing surface
Small putty knife

Constructing Center Island Extension --

Safety glasses
3/4" plywood
1x3" matching hardwood
2 sturdy metal table legs
Tape measure
Pencil
Framing square
Extension cord
Table saw
Chop saw
Impulse finish nailer
1-3/4" nails
Cordless drill
Pilot drill bit
1-3/4" screws

Countertop Installation --

Plenty of help for carrying and lifting
6' level
Safety glasses
Cordless drill (for installing corbels)
Appropriate drill bit
2-part epoxy
Small putty knife

Installing Hardware --

Selected hardware (knobs and pulls)
Screwdriver or screw gun

Dishwasher Installation --

Safety glasses
Water supply line
Teflon tape
Cordless drill
Appropriate screw bit
1" spade bit

Window Treatment Installation --

Selected blinds and curtain rods
Safety glasses
Cordless drill
Vix bit for pilot holes
Appropriate screw bit

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

Countertop Installation

1. When the countertops arrive be sure to check them over for any damage.

   Tip: Make sure to have plenty of helpers (figure A) available to make unloading and installing easier and safer. And be sure to carry the pieces on their edge. If they need to be set aside during the installation process make sure to set them on edge on a padded surface. Lean them against something sturdy that will not move.

2. First you'll want to dry fit the countertop.

   Note: Remember that a template was created early in the renovation process in order that the countertop pieces would fit perfectly.

3. Once the sink countertop slab is in place, draw an outline (figure B) of the sink hole that will have to be cut before the countertop can go in permanently. Be sure to also mark the faucet holes.

4. Once the outline is drawn, remove the countertop slab and store it somewhere safe and out of the way.

5. Cut out the marked sink outline with a standard jigsaw (figure C).

6. Set the sink in and trace around the lip of the sink and even everything with a router until it's level. You'll do this in order for the sink lip to be flush with the cabinet top.

7. Drop the sink in and make sure it sits flush.

8. Once the sink is set flush, you can lift (with help) and slide the countertop back in. And be sure to be careful so you won't damage the stainless sink top.

9. Once the sink is in place, check to make sure it's centered in the cutout (figure D). Shift if necessary.

10. Lift the front edge and apply small dabs of epoxy on the cabinet top and edges.

11. Run a bead of 100-percent silicone on the inner edge where the sink meets the countertop.

    Tip: Mix the epoxy in small batches because it hardens quickly. Mix the two parts on a piece of cardboard or something disposable, and use a small putty knife to do the mixing and to apply.

In the next segment, Ryan and the professionals finish installing the countertops and backsplash, and the faucet will be set.

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

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

Custom-Fabricated Quartz Countertops (Caesarstone)

Brand name: Caesarstone
Model #: 9350
Color: Carmel
Where available: See Caesarstone information, below

Ceasarstone
Website: www.caesarstone.com

Kohler Kitchen Appliances and Products

Undertone Kitchen Sink
Brand name: Kohler
Model #: K-3353-A
Color: Stainless steel

Clairette Kitchen Faucet
Brand name: Kohler
Model #: K-692-G
Color: Brushed chrome

Soap and Lotion Dispense
Brand name: Kohler
Model #: K-9619-G
Color: Brushed chrome

Where available: See Kohler information, below

Kohler Co.
Website: www.us.kohler.com

Electronics (Lutron Electronics)

3-way Switch
Lutron satin colors
Model #: SC-3PS-TC
Color: Terra Cotta

Phone Jack
Lutron satin colors
Model #: SC-PJ-TC
Color: Terra Cotta

GFCI Receptacle
Lutron satin colors
Model #: SCR-15-GFCI-TC

Receptacle
Lutron satin colors
Model #: SCR-15-TC
Color: Terra Cotta

Single Wallplate
Lutron satin colors
Model #: SC-1-TC
Color: Terra Cotta

2-Gang Wallplate
Lutron satin colors
Model #: SC-2-TC

3-Gang Wallplate
Model #: SC-3-TC

Where available: See Lutron Electronics information, below

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
Website: www.lutron.com

Whirlpool Appliances Information

Stainless Counter Depth Refrigerator
Brand name: Whirlpool Gold
Model #: GC5THGXL
Color: Stainless

Stainless 30" Free-standing Range
Brand name: Whirlpool Gold
Model #: GR465LXLS
Color: Stainless

Tall Tub Dishwasher
Brand name: Whirlpool Gold
Model #: GU1500XTLS
Color: Stainless

Microwave Hood Combination
Brand name: Whirlpool Gold
Model #: GH9115XEB
Color: Black

Where available: See Whirlpool Corp. information, below

Whirlpool Corp.
Website: www.whirlpool.com

Window Shades (Duette Honeycomb)

Brand name: Duette Honeycomb Shades

Where available: See Hunter Douglas Window Fashions information, below

Hunter Douglas Window Fashions
Website: www.hunterdouglas.com

Bar Stools (Holland Bar Stool)

Brand name: Holland Bar Stool
Model: Catalina
Color: Gun metal graphite

Where available: See Holland Bar Stool information, below

Holland Bar Stool
420 West 17th St.
Holland, MI 49423
Toll-free: 800-423-1903
Website: www.hollandbarstool.com

GUESTS :

Shane Kretsinger
Vice President, Operations
Autumn River
We apologize no contact information is available.

John Neitz
Manager
Caesarstone
Website: www.caesarstone.com

Melissa Andresko
Media Relations
Lutron Electronics
Website: www.lutron.com

Tiffani Bruce
Public Relations Manager
Whirlpool Corp.
Website: www.whirlpool.com