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  • Turn-of-the-Century (2of 3): The Victorian Cabinets
  • From "Kitchen Renovations"
    episode DKTN-203


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    Paul Ryan, host of Kitchen Renovations, starts a three-part project to convert this out-of-date kitchen...
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    in a house that the homeowners are restoring ...
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    into an authentically recreated Victorian kitchen ...
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    complete with period appliances and ...
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    new counters!
    In this segment the custom-built cabinets are brought in, and host Paul Ryan and the homeowners install the sink cabinets, along with the end piece that will frame the stove.

    Materials and Tools:

    For Installing New Cabinets --

    Safety glasses
    Drill
    Spade bit
    Appropriate screw head bit
    Vix bit
    3" screws
    Tape measure
    Level
    Shims

    For Removal of Large Countertop --

    Safety glasses
    Gloves
    Small pry bar
    Hammer
    Japanese pull saw
    Wood chisel
    Impulse nailer
    Spade bit
    Drill
    Reciprocating saw

    For Prepping Underlayment Flooring --

    6" putty knife
    Hammer
    Knee pads
    Portland-based cement product
    Mud pan
    Orbital palm sander

    For Mapping Out Floor Plan --

    Chalk line
    Hair spray
    Tape measure

    For Laying Floor --

    Flooring, adhesive and sealer
    Utility knife or hook blade
    1/16" x 1/16" square notch trowel
    Hand roller
    Recessed scribing tool
    100 lb. roller
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    Figure A
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    Figure B
    Installing New Cabinets

    1. Measure and mark the back of cabinet where the drain pipes, water pipes, gas line and electrical will need to enter.

    2. Using a paddle bit, drill a pilot hole so you can cut out access panel in the back of the cabinet with the jigsaw.

    3. Slide the cabinet in place (figure A), leaving enough room for the stove and small end of the cabinet on one side and the dishwasher on the other.

    4. Since the studs are already marked you will know where to drill pilot holes in the cabinet back for mounting. Use 3" screws to mount the cabinets to the wall.

    5. When mounting the stove side cabinet panel, make sure to check the stove manufacturer's specification so you know how much space to leave.

    6. Attach the side cabinet panel using 3" screws (figure B) -- hitting studs if possible.

      Note: Check to make sure the cabinets are level and shim if necessary.

    In the next segment, Ryan and the homeowners will get busy on the existing counter, getting it ready for the new soapstone countertop.


    RESOURCES :

    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

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

    Linoleum Floor Covering (Forbo Linoleum)

    Brand name: Marmoleum
    Model #s: 3830 and 3120
    Where available: See Forbo Linoleum information, below

    Miscellaneous Product Information:

    • Marmoleum is "not" vinyl. It's made from natural ingredients and it allergen-free.
    • The adhesives used to install Marmoleum are environmentally friendly.
    • There are 13 standard configurations and 100-plus colors in the design-it-yourself borders and corners.

    Forbo Linoleum
    Website: www.themarmoleumstore.com

    Custom Kitchen Cabinets (Minnesota Valley Cabinets)
    Color: Red Alder
    Minnesota Valley Cabinets
    Website: www.minnesotavalleycabinets.com


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

    Tony Hall and Mike Hall
    Flooring Installers
    Floor Design
    2804 North Fairview
    Roseville, MN 55113
    Phone: 651-635-9924
    Website: www.floordesign.com

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