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Turn-of-the-Century (2of 3): Counter and Floor Prep From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-203

	Paul Ryan, host of Kitchen Renovations, starts a three-part project to convert this out-of-date kitchen...
	in a house that the homeowners are restoring ...
	into an authentically recreated Victorian kitchen ...
	complete with period appliances and ...
	new counters!

In this segment host Paul Ryan and helpers pry the trim off the counter and remove the old, damaged windowsill so the counter can be cut out. The floor installer arrives with the marmoleum and explains the benefits and various styles. The underlayment is checked to make sure it's smooth and clean.

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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	One of the best features in this Victorian kitchen is the two old four bins.
	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D
	Figure E

Removal of Old Countertop and Windowsill

1. Start by taking off the trim using a small pry bar and hammer. Be careful because old wood tends to be brittle and you may want to reuse trim.

   Tip: The best way to remove the nails from the trim is to pull them through the back using pliers (figure A). This will preserve the face of the wood.

2. Use a Japanese pull saw to cut each side of the windowsill (figure B). Make a cut on each side and one in the middle.

3. Once the windowsill is cut, pry out the pieces using a small pry bar and hammer. Split the wood with a chisel and hammer if necessary.

   Note: The support pieces from the upper cabinet rest on the countertop and will need to be modified. The new countertop is thicker so we need more clearance -- an extra 1/2".

4. Cut two pieces of 1/2" stock (small) to put on each side of the support (figure C). Nail into place using the impulse finish nailer and 1" nails.

5. Lay the blade of the pull saw on top of the stock pieces and cut through to the back. This will ensure that you have an extra 1/2" of clearance and a nice clean edge.

6. Knock the pieces out using a pry bar and a hammer.

7. Now use a drill with a spade bit and drill a starter hole in the countertop (figure D). Pick an area that has no supports or obstructions under it and drill the hole.

8. Using a reciprocating saw cut through the countertop from this starter hole to the front and to the back. Do this in a couple of places.

9. Pry up the pieces (figure E) and remove. You may need to make additional cuts, but be sure to be careful of the supports.

In the next segment it's time to lay the Marmoleum flooring.

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

GUESTS :

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