| 48 Hour Urban Contemporary: Countertop Removal and Installation |
From "Kitchen Renovations"
episode DKTN-209 |
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In this week's episode of Kitchen Renovations, host Paul Ryan will convert this kitchen in 48 hours from ...
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an out-of-date, not too hip look ...
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into to this stunning urban contemporary design ...
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with more space, new countertop, sink ...
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and new stylish polycarbonate cabinet doors!
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The piece de resistance has to be the combo sink and dishwasher, which is a perfect touch for this modern renovation.
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In this second segment host Paul Ryan and the homeowner remove the old countertop and modify the existing cabinets so they'll fit the new appliances. Our laminate counter expert, Ric Novak, comes in to fit and install the new metallic laminate countertop.Materials and Tools: Removing Cabinets, Doors and Countertops -- Safety glasses
Masking tape
Pencil
Screwdriver
Prybar Counter Install and Counter Cutouts -- Laminate countertops
Safety glasses
Masking tape
Pencil
Strips of particle board
Level
Chisel
Utility knife
Impulse nailer
Wood glue
Dremel tool
Biscuits
Stretchable packing tape
Clamp
Screws
Drill
Trim saw
Hole saw
Jigsaw Polycarbonate in Cabinet Doors -- Polycarbonate sheets
Old cabinet doors
Safety glasses
Laminate router
Putty knife
Glazing points Backsplash Install -- Metal laminate backsplash
Panel adhesive
Removing the Countertop- To remove the old countertop, pull out the sink first, then use a pry bar to pull off the backsplash (figure A).
- Finally, you can carefully lift off the countertop.
Note: You can do the plumbing yourself, but to save time it may be easier to hire a plumber. - Some of the existing cabinets may need to be cut in order to fit new appliances.
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For his new countertop the homeowner (on right) went with a brushed aluminum laminate that fits the contemporary style he was going for.
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Figure B
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Figure C
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Figure D
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Installing Laminate CountertopsNote: If your countertops are more complex than just a basic square or rectangle, it's recommended that you consult a professional. - First dry fit the countertops. Before installing add strips of particleboard buildup (figure B) on top the cabinets to help support the counter and make sure everything is the same height.
- If the fit of the countertop is too tight you can either scribe the countertop or cut away a bit of the drywall to let it slide in easier. Cutting away the drywall with a chisel (figure C) is an easier choice if you can get away with it. Use a Dremel tool to cut off the metal corner bead.
- Join the two pieces of countertop together with the precut biscuit slots. Use wood glue on the biscuits (figure D) then slide the pieces together.
- To hold the two pieces together, use stretchable packing tape as a temporary clamp.
- To hold the counter down, drive screws into the counter from underneath.
- To flush up the tops hold the two pieces together with a clamp overnight.
- Before moving on to installing the appliances, the homeowner had to do a little homework that consisted of some touch-up painting, spackle the holes and mainly prepare the walls for the new backsplash.
In the next segment Ryan and the homeowner will install the appliances into the new counters.
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
3M Painter's Masking Tape and Sanding Pad
The 3M Company
Website: www.3m.com
Paint (Sherwin-Williams)
Brand name: Sherwin-Williams
Where available: See Sherwin-Williams information, below
The Sherwin-Williams Company
Website: www.sherwin-williams.com
Ready-to-Assemble Kitchen Cabinetry
Brand name: Mill's Pride
Model #: Sherwood oak
Color: Champagne
Where available: Home Depot
Mill's Pride
2 Easton Oval
Suite 310
Columbus, OH 43219
Toll-free: 800-441-0337
Website: www.millspride.com
Formica Corp. Product Information
High-Pressure Laminate
Brand name: Formica Authentix
Model #: 5163-09
Color: Brushed aluminum
Metal Laminate Backsplash
Brand name: Formica DecoMetal
Model #: 4229
Color: Aluminum squares
Where available: Visit the Formica Corp. website, link below.
Formica Corp.
Website: www.formica.com
Cooktop and Oven (Kuppersbusch)
Sensor Touch Electric Cooktop
Brand name: Kupperbusch
Model #: EEB 6600.0 MX
Color: Black glass
Okotherm Oven
Brand name: Kupperbusch
Model #: EKE 804.2 M
Color: Stainless steel
KupperbuschUSA
4920 W. Cypress St.
Suite 106
Tampa, FL 33607
Toll-free: 800-459-0844
Fax: 813-288-8604
Website: www.kuppersbuschusa.com
KitchenAid Briva In-sink Dishwasher
Model #: KID01EKSS
Color: Stainless steel
Where available: Visit the KitchenAid website, link below.
KitchenAid Home Appliances
Website: www.KitchenAid.com
Twinwall Polycarbonate
Brand name: Lexcel
Color: Clear
Where available: Visit the San Diego Plastics website, link below.
San Diego Plastics, Inc.
2220 McKinley Ave.
National City, CA 91950
Toll-free: 800-925-4855
Website: www.sdplastics.com
Woodworker's Hardware Products
3" Pull
Brand name: Belwith Keeler
Model #: BWPA0222
Color: Pearl nickel
1-1/4" Knob
Brand name: Amerock
Model #: A30647 26D
Color: Brushed dull chrome
Where available: Visit the Woodworker's Hardware website, link below.
Woodworker's Hardware
PO Box 180
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
Toll-free: 800-383-0130
Fax: 888-811-9850
Website: www.wwhardware.com
Tech Lighting Products
Cable Kit
Model #: 800CBL5N
Shell Sconce
Model #: 800SCSHLAN
Color: Amber
Cone Pendant
Model #: 800PND1WHN
Color: White
Brand name for all three products: Tiella, a brand of Tech Lighting
Where available: Lowe's or visit the Tech Lighting or Tiella websites, links below.
Tech Lighting
7401 North Hamlin
Skokie, IL 60076
Phone: 847-410-4400
Fax: 847-410-4500
Websites: www.techlighting.com or www.tiella.com
Kitchen Faucet (Dornbracht)
Brand name: Dornbracht Tara Classic
Model #: 33.815.888.06
Color: Platinum matte
Where available: Visit the Dornbracht USA website, link below.
Dornbracht USA
1700 Executive Dr., S
Suite 600
Duluth, GA 30096
Toll-free Phone: 800-774-1181
Toll-free Fax: 800-899-8527
Website: www.dornbracht.com
Instant Plyorobic Runway Flooring
Brand name: Perform Better
Model #: 4857
Color: Black
Where available: Visit the Perform Better website, link below.
M-F Athletic Co. / Perform Better
11 Amflex Dr.
Cranston, RI 02920
Toll-free Phone: 888-556-7464
Toll-free Fax: 800-682-6950
Website: www.performbetter.com
Refrigerator
Brand name: Samsung
Model #: RS2577SL
Color: Stainless steel
Where available: Best Buy
Bar Stools (Holland)
Brand name: Holland Bar Stool
Model #: Jetson
Color: Stainless steel
Where available: Visit the Holland Bar Stool website, link below.
Holland Bar Stool
420 West 17th St.
Holland, MI 49423
Toll-free: 800-423-1903
Website: www.hollandbarstool.com
Aquos LCD TV
Brand name: Sharp
Model #: LC-15B44
Color: Silver
Where available: Visit the Sharp Electronics website, link below.
Sharp Electronics Corp.
Website: www.sharpusa.com
GUESTS :
Ric Novak
Superintendent
Sieco Construction
2636 Minnehaha Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: 612-721-4457
Website: www.siecoconstruction.com
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