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Best of Both Worlds (3 of 3): Refacing Kitchen Drawers and Installing Hardware From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-303

	In our three-part "Best or Both Worlds" kitchen renovation, host Paul Ryan works with homeowners Steve and Michelle to convert the "before" kitchen you see here ...
	into an updated kitchen that is the best of both worlds.
	In this final episode Ryan helps the homeowners install their new high-tech range hood and ...
	install the acrylic panels in the cabinet doors.
	They finished the kitchen by installing a new faucet.

Materials:

For Vent Hood Installation --

Safety glasses
Pencil
Tape measure
Screw gun
Nut Driver
Utility knife
Pliers
Screwdriver

For Refacing Drawers --

Table saw
Tape measure
Pencil
Clamps
Drill
Screw gun

For Door Hinges --

Straight edge
Drill

For Lumicor Inserts --

180-tooth steel saw bridge
Table saw
Rosin paper
Tape
Glazing points
Putty knife

For Faucet Installation --

Tape
Tape measure
Pencil
Drill
Hole saw

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

1. Trim the ears of the drawers on a table saw. Line the drawer up and adjust the blade so it will cut just above the top of the ear (figure A).

   
   Note: You don't have to cut the whole front off the kitchen door when you are refacing it. If you do, the door might fall apart. The cavity that the drawer slides into is cut a little bit deeper, and the door is flush when you push it in.

   
   

2. Use a straight edge to get your kitchen door hardware in position before inserting the screws for your hinges. (Steve and Michelle chose European cup hinges because they are hidden).

   
   

3. Make pilot holes so that the screws won't split the door. It is best to start both screws before completely screwing them (figure B) in order to keep the cup flat.

   
   Tip: If you order kitchen doors with predrilled holes for the hardware, it will save you a lot of time.

   
   

4. The key to getting the drawer front on properly is to make sure it is centered on the original drawer (figure C).

   
   

5. Mark it, then clamp it (figure D), and then drill the pilot holes and secure it.

   
   Tip: Check the depth of your drill bit to avoid drilling through the drawer face.

   
   

6. The last step for the drawer front is to stain or paint it and install the door knob.

In the next segment, the lumicor panels for the cabinet doors will be installed.

RESOURCES :

Flat Panel Cabinet Doors
Color: Cherry
Where available: Visit the AJS Woodworking LTD website, link below.
AJS Woodworking LTD
Website: www.kitchendoordepot.com

Oval Leaves Acrylic Panels
Brand name: Lumicor
Model #: AB-803-101
Color: White/Translucent
Where available: Visit the Designtex website, link below.
Designtex
Website: www.lumicor.com

Spray Finish on Cabinet Doors
Brand name: Plastifix
Color: Clear, 35 degree sheen
Where available: See Roe's International Furniture website, link below.

Clear Catalyzed Lacquer
Where available: See Roe's International Furniture website, link below.

Stain and Clear Lacquer
Where available: See Roe's International Furniture website, link below.

Roe's International Furniture
2303 Kennedy NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413

Single Scroll Knob
Brand name: Atlas
Model #: 102
Color: Craftsman Copper
Where available: Visit the Atlas Homewares website, link below.

"S" Scroll Pull
Brand name: Atlas
Model #:102
Color: Craftsman Copper
Where available: Visit the Atlas Homewares website, link below.

Atlas Homewares
Website: www.atlashomewares.com

Island Range Hood
Brand name: Best by Broan
Model #: IS502
Color: Stainless Steel
Where available: Visit the Broan-NuTone website, link below.
Broan-Nutone
Website: www.broan-nutone.com

Decorative Screening Panels for Sink Cabinet Facing
Model Number: RC25
Color or type: Hardboard (Natural)
Where available: Visit the Outwater website, link below.
Architectural Products by Outwater
Website: www.outwatercatalogs.com

Michael Graves Kitchen Faucet
Brand name: Delta Faucet Company
Model #: 187-MCWF
Color: Matte Chrome
Where available: Visit the Delta Faucet website, link below.
Delta Faucet Company
Website: www.deltafaucet.com

Pro-Style Dual Fuel Slide-In Range
Brand name: Jenn-Air
Color: Stainless Steel
Model #: JDS9860AAP
Where available: Visit the Jenn-air website, link below.

Pro-Style Built-In Dishwasher
Brand name: Jenn-Air
Color: Stainless Steel
Model #: JDB6510AWP
Where available: Visit the Jenn-air website, link below.

23cf Counter-Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Brand name: Jenn-Air
Color: Stainless Steel
Model #: JCD2389GES
Where available: Visit the Jenn-air website, link below.

Built-In/Countertop Microwave Oven
Brand name: Jenn-Air
Color: Stainless Steel
Model #: UMC5200AAS
Where available: Visit the Jenn-air website, link below.

Jenn-Air
Website: www.jennair.com