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Cabinet Glass Inserts From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-404

In this third segment of the final episode of "Contemporary Kitchen Expansion" host Paul Ryan and Keith (the homeowner) attach the cabinet hardware. Then Paul shows the homeowners how to install the glass inserts. When Keith breaks one of the panels, Paul shows him how to cut a new glass insert.

[Materials List and step-by-step instructions are below.]

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Materials and Tools for Vent Hood Installation --

Vent hood
Drill
Level
Vent template
Flex vent
Aluminum tape

Materials and Tools for Undermount Sink Installation --

Work gloves
Undermount sink
Carriage bolts and clips
Silicone

Materials and Tools for Cabinet Glass Inserts --

Safety glasses
Work gloves
Screwdriver
Glazing tips
Glazing guns
T-square
Glass cutter with a carbide wheel
Marker
Tapping ball
Rubbing stone

	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

Installing the Cabinet Glass Inserts

1. Remove the cabinet doors and set them down on a flat solid surface.

   Note: It is a good idea to order extra glass in case of damage.

2. Slide glazing tips (figure A) into place and press into the wood. Or, use a glazing gun to automatically push the tips into the wood. Put in about 12 per cabinet.

   Note: Keith accidentally broke one of the glass panels, so Paul showed him how to cut a new piece.

3. Mark your cut lines on the glass panel.

4. Use a T-square and a glasscutter with carbide wheel (figure B) to scribe the glass.

5. Run the cutter across the width of the glass.

6. Put the tapping ball under the scribe (figure C), apply a bit of pressure and the glass will snap off.

7. Do the same thing for your vertical cut. It's okay if it breaks off in several pieces. If there is a small piece left, use the teeth on the end of the cutter to break it off.

8. Smooth the entire length with a rubbing stone (figure D).

In the last segment, this project will be completed after installation of the new appliances.

RESOURCES :

Undermount Sink
Brand name: Houzer
Model #: MC-3210SR

Bottom Grid
Model #: BG-3200

Basket Strainer
Model #: 190-9180
Color: Stainless Steel
Houzer
Website: www.enexsink.com

Riviera Single-Handle Kitchen Faucet with Vegetable Sprayer
Brand name: Brizo
Model #: 6115088
Color: Chrome
Delta Faucet Co.
To locate showrooms, visit: www.brizo.com

Cabinet Hardware
Brand name: Hafele
Model #: 124-02-920
Color: Silver color anodized
Hafele America Co.
Website: www.hafele.com/us

Glass Cabinet Inserts
Brand name: Crystal
Model #: 73
Torstenson Glass Co.
Website: www.tglass.com

Stainless Steel Vent
Brand name: Frigidaire
Model #: PLHV36W7CC

Stainless Steel Double Oven
Model #: PLEB30T8CC

Stainless Steel Counter-Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Model #: PHSC239DS

Stainless 36" Cook Top
Model #: PLGC36S9CC

Stainless Steel Dishwasher
Model #: PLD3460RDC

Stainless Steel Microwave
Model #: PLMB209DC
Frigidaire
Electrolux Home Products
Website: www.frigidaire.com

White Ridged Pendant Lights
Brand name: Forecast
Model #: F5020-36
Color: White
Forecast Lighting
Website: www.forecastltg.com