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Chef's Kitchen (2 of 4): Vent Hood From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-211

	In this week's episode of Kitchen Renovations, host Paul Ryan will assist the homeowners in converting this antiquated kitchen ...
	into this kitchen that would be any chef's delight, ...
	with top-of-the-line, professional-style appliances!
	The new vent that our homeowner/chef chose moves 600 cubic feet per minute, which should more than accommodate the venting needs.

In this first segment our contractor shows host Paul Ryan and the homeowners the work that has already gotten underway in the kitchen. The wall is opened up and the placement for the vent hood is determined.

Materials:

Hood and Vent Installation --

Safety glasses
Gloves
Pry bar
Hammer
Tape measure
Hammer drill
Carbide bit
Chisel bit
Impulse nailer
2" x 6" backer boards
Minimally expanding foam insulation
Polyurethane sheeting (4mil or better)
Drywall
1-5/8" drywall screws
Compound miter saw
1/2" plywood
Reciprocating saw
Aluminum tape
Vent
Vent elbow
Transition piece
Hood

Building Vertical Soffit --

Safety glasses
2 x 4s
Stud finder
Impulse nailer
Screw gun
1/2" plywood

Installing Underlayment --

Safety glasses
Hammer
Tape measure
1-3/8" quarter crown staples
Staple gun and air compressor
Pliers
Table saw

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	Figure A
	Figure B

Installing the Vent

Note: When selecting a hood, consult a heating contractor for make-up air requirements.

1. Remove window trim using a pry bar and hammer so it doesn't get damaged when you break into the wall. Mark the trim so you remember where it goes.

2. Use a hammer to break the drywall around perimeter of wall, and then pull out the drywall and insulation (figure A).

3. Measure where the vent needs to go out and mark a circle on the brick wall.

4. When knocking through a brick wall use a hammer drill and carbide bit to drill four pilot holes. Then drill a series of holes around the rest of the circle (figure B) and, finally, use a chisel bit to connect the holes. This will lessen the risk of loosening the surrounding brick.

5. Remove the center using a hammer and a chisel bit. Because this is a double wall, repeat the process for the outside wall. Drill from outside to get a clean cut.

In the next segment we'll place the vent in the hole, put up the backer board and install the vertical soffit that will encase the vent.

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 (Behr)
The Home Depot
Website: www.homedepot.com

Spray Paint (Rust-Oleum)
Rust-Oleum Corp.
Website: www.rustoleum.com

Vent Hood
Brand Name: Independent Inc.
Model #:PMLSS-42-SS w 600CFM