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Urban Conversions (2 of 4): Installing the Cabinets From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-306

	Host Paul Ryan and our homeowner (Erica) take an old 1920s restaurant kitchen that had been empty for years ...
	and turn it into an eye popper ...
	without losing its sense of history.
	In this second part of Urban Conversions, host Paul Ryan helps the homeowner put together and install flat packed cabinets ...
	and build a large table.

Materials for Cabinet Installation --

Safety glasses
Ear protection
Hammer
Phillips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
Tape measure
Level
Quick clamps
Drill
Union bolts
Containers: used to separate hardware included in Flat Pack
Ramset
Table saw
Panel adhesive
Clamps

Materials for Building Table --

1/2" hammer drill
5/16" carbide-tipped masonry bit
Steel studs and track
1-1/4" Perma-Grip anchors
Legs
Table base
Wood glue
Brush
Chisel
Toothbrush
Rag
Ratchet straps
Biscuit joiner
Biscuits
Bar clamps
Roller stand
Circular saw

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D
	Figure E

1. Cabinets that are going to work as a unit need to be adjusted so they are the same height (figure A). This is where the adjustable legs come in -- you can adjust the screws to lower or raise the cabinets. To make more precise adjustments, a screwdriver will turn the feet (figure B) despite the weight of the cabinet.

2. Clamp the units together (figure C) -- making sure they are flush.

3. Drill through the shelf holes using a 3/16th inch bit. Insert union bolts to connect the two units (figure D). Approximately eight bolts are used -- front to back and top to bottom.

4. Once all the cabinets have been connected, you need to check to make sure the cabinet is level front to front and back to back. You can use a traditional level or a laser level (figure E). If the wall is not perfectly level, you can use shims to take up the gap.

   Note: Laser levels start at under $50 or you can rent one at a rental center.

5. Screws through the top of the cabinets (and shims is used) will hold the cabinet in place.

In the next segment, the cabinet installation is finished.

RESOURCES :

Cabinetry
Brand name: IKEA
Style: Hallrum door and drawer fronts, design by Mikael Warnhammer
Rationell drawers, fully extended with interior wire baskets
Color: Dark-stain eucalyptus veneer
Where available: Visit the IKEA website or call their toll-free number, below, for more information.
IKEA
Website: www.ikea.com

Table Legs and Accessories (Classic Designs by Matthew Burak)
Product: Spiral Kitchen Leg
Model #: 303-XL36SP
Color: Cherry

Product: Custom Mortising
Model #: CM01

Product: Custom Length Aprons
Model #: A400
Color: Cherry

Product: Applied Bead Moldings
Model #: M660
Color: Cherry

Brand name: Classic Designs by Matthew Burak
Where available: Call 800-843-7405 or visit Classic Designs website, link below.
Classic Designs by Matthew Burak
Website: www.tablelegs.com

Wood for Tabletop
Brand name: Reclaimed Douglas Fir, Lumber
Where available: Visit the Manomin Resawn Timbers website, link below.
Manomin Resawn Timbers
Owner, Doug Laurent
15152 Freeland Avenue
Hugo, MN 55038
Phone: 651-464-1771
Fax: 651-464-3907
Website: www.mrtimbers.com