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  • Chef's Kitchen (3 of 4): Stainless Countertop
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    From "Kitchen Renovations"
    episode DKTN-212


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    In this week's episode of Kitchen Renovations, host Paul Ryan will assist the homeowners in converting this antiquated kitchen ...
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    into this kitchen that would be any chef's delight, ...
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    with top-of-the-line, professional-style appliances!
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    In this week's episode, host Paul Ryan and the homeowners will install custom-built cabinets, which have an alder color and Ipswitch pine finish, ...
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    and a stainless-steel countertop that is perfect for our resident chef!
    In this third segment we're ready for the countertops. First is a stainless-steel countertop for the sink and prep area, which is installed by professionals. For the other side of the room, a granite accent counter is brought in.

    Materials:

    Installing Cabinets --
    Custom cabinets
    Trim molding
    Tape measure
    Level
    Stud finder
    Pencil
    Drill
    Cabinet lift
    Screw gun
    2-1/2" deck screws
    Clamps
    Shims
    Hammer
    Impact driver
    Spade bit
    Riser blocks

    Installing Stainless-Steel Countertop --

    Countertop
    Drill
    Spade bit
    Jigsaw
    Construction adhesive

    Installing Granite Countertop --

    Silicone

    Installing Porcelain and Metal Tile --

    Tile
    3/8" square-notched trowel
    Thin set
    Wet saw
    Rosin paper
    Masking tape
    Spacers
    Silicone caulk

    Attaching Cabinet Doors --

    Cup hinges
    Level
    Screw gun
    Vix bit
    Screws
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    Stainless Countertop Installation

    1. Dry fit countertop to make sure it fits, and if it's a good fit lift the countertop up and out.

    2. Measure and mark the hole needed for the sink, and use a drill with the spade bit to make the starter hole (figure A).

    3. Now take the jigsaw and cut out the marked area needed for the sink.

    4. Now apply a bead of construction adhesive on the top edge of the cabinet boxes (figure B). This will hold countertop in place.

    5. Set countertop into place (figure C).
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    Figure A
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    Figure B
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    Figure C

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    Figure D
    Granite Countertop Installation

    Note: The homeowners chose to go with a granite countertop on the other side of the kitchen from the stainless countertop.

    1. Do a dry fit first (always) to make sure the piece fits.

    2. Now apply a bead of silicone around the top edge of cabinet box.

    3. Set the granite countertop in place (figure D).

    In the next segment learn a lesson in tiling as Ryan and the homeowners tile the backsplash and soffit.


    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

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

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

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

    Cabinet Doors and Molding (Fleetwoods)
    Style: Flat-panel doors, slab drawer fronts and crown molding
    Color: Alder
    Where available: Visit the Fleetwoods website, link below.
    Fleetwoods
    Website: www.fleetwoodsinc.com

    Custom Stainless Steel Countertop with Integral Sinks and Marine Edge
    Color: 304 #4
    Where available: Can ship nationwide, call 651-765-9004.
    Custom Stainless Steel
    3775 Lexington Ave. N
    Arden Hills, MN 55126
    Phone: 651-765-9004
    Fax: 651-765-9006

    Tiles
    Brand: Questech line
    Country Bright Satin (SBN, 6x6, Model # 114-005-003)
    Riveted Plates Polished (6x6, Model # 210-005-0010
    Interior Wall Trim Diamond Plate Bright Satin (3/4"x12", Model # 292-005-003)
    Vermont Line (Trail Green, 12x12, Model # AV62)
    Where available: Visit the Crossville Porcelain Stone website, link below.
    Crossville Porcelain Stone
    Website: www.crossvilleinc.com

    Cabinet Hardware
    Full Extension Drawer Slides (Brand name: Accuride, Model # 02K10.22)
    Square Shell Drawer Pulls (Model # 01A57.40)
    Antique Nickel Double Reed Knob (Model # 02A14.50)
    Where available: Visit the Lee Valley website, link below.
    Lee Valley Tools. Ltd.
    Website: www.leevalley.com


    GUESTS :

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

    Bob Kroening
    President, Custom Stainless Steel, Inc.
    3775 Lexington Ave. N
    Arden Hills, MN 55126
    Phone: 651-765-9004

  • ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:
  		• Chef's Kitchen (3 of 4): Upper Cabinets
  		• Chef's Kitchen (3 of 4): Base Cabinets
  		• Chef's Kitchen (3 of 4): Stainless Countertop
  		• Chef's Kitchen (3 of 4): Tiling the Backsplash and Soffit