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Copper and Glass From "Kitchen Renovations" episode DKTN-405

In this second segment of "Southwestern Kitchen," host Paul Ryan installs the new copper vent hood assembly. Then he and Lean (the homeowner) bring more light to the kitchen by inserting glass panels into the cabinet doors.

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

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	Leah's home is filled with warm, earthy tones of the Southwest, ...
	but her kitchen, seen here and above, didn't fit the theme.
	But after the DIY renovation, the kitchen now ...
	imbues the rustic colors, wood and copper touches of the beautiful Southwest!

Materials and Tools for Removing the Old Vent Hood--

safety glasses
ear protection
work gloves
Japanese saw
pry bar
reciprocating saw
rotary tool
tin snips
hammer

Materials and Tools for Hanging New Vent Hood--

safety glasses
work gloves
stud finder
pencil
level
marker
drill

Materials and Tools for Glass Panels into Existing Cabinet Doors--

safety glasses
work gloves
router
metal scribe block
drill with spade bit
scroll saw
glazing gun

Materials and Tools for Installing the Countertops--

turnbuckles
biscuits
wood glue
hammer

Materials and Tools for Installing the Backsplash--

strips of wood for backing boards
drill
premium construction adhesive
6" drywall knife
cloth
shim

Hanging the New Vent Hood

Usually when hanging a new vent the motor would go first and then the trim, but for this particular project Paul decided to hang the cowling first and then add the mechanics.

1. In order to hang the cowling, locate the studs, mark them and mark a vertical reference line (figure A). Fit the vent into place.

2. Put the hood in place and secure it with temporary screws. Mark up from the stud reference lines, using a level to mark the inside of the hood, following the reference line.

3. Drill pilot holes along the line, then screw the hood into place.

4. Insert the motor, which is secured with nuts and bolts (figure B), according to the manufacturer's instructions.

5. Wire the receptacle for the vent as you would any common household electrical outlet.

   Note: If you're uncomfortable with electrical work, don't hesitate to call a professional.

6. Put on the trim housing assembly, plug it in and add the filters (figure C).

Figure A

Figure B

Figure C

	Figure D
	Figure E
	Figure F
	The glass inserts add elegance to the cabinet doors, and they didn't take long at all to do!

Inserting Glass Panels into Existing Cabinet Doors

The glass-panel inserts (figure D) were custom designed by Leah via a computer software program, and they arrived in the mail in less than five days.

1. Route a dado on the back of the cabinet door by making a plunge cut on a router table. Mark the fence (figure E) to use as a template so you know when to stop.

2. Use a scribe block that is made out of metal (figure F) to draw a uniform cutting line on the front.

3. Make a plunge cut on the front with a spade bit.

4. With the variable speed scroll saw, cut out the center.

5. When finished, go back and clean up the corners with the scroll saw.

6. Sand off the edges and touch up with paint.

7. Then insert the glass panel and use a glazing gun to attach it to the cabinet door.

8. Hang the doors back in place on the cabinets.

RESOURCES :

Copper Sink
CJ Design
Website: www.cjdesign.us

Copper Straight Pyramid Wall Mount Vent Hood
Type: Medium Antique Copper

Antiqued Copper Backsplash
Type: Medium Antiqued Copper

Hand-Crafted Decorative Horse Head Panel
Type: Medium Antiqued Copper
Handcrafted Metal
Website: www.handcraftedmetal.com

"Mirage"-Style Leaded Glass Inserts
Middlefield Glass, Inc.
Website: www.middlefieldglass.com

Decorative Cabinet Hardware -- 3" Center Handles
Model #: 1236
Color: Weathered Copper
Brand name: Classic Brass

Knobs
Style: Sun Abstract
Color: Antique Copper
Brand name: Endless Originality

3/8" Offset with Ball Finial
Model #: 2541
Color: Weathered Copper
Brand name: Classic Brass
Kitchencabinethardware.com
Website: www.kitchencabinethardware.com

Butcher-Block Countertop
Brand name: WoodWelded
Type: Lyptus
Michigan Maple Block
Website: www.mapleblock.com

Dual Fuel 30" Range
Brand name: Heartland Legacy
Model #: 3530
Type: Almond

Dishwasher
Brand name: Heartland Legacy
Model #: 2012
Type: Almond
Heartland Appliances, Inc.
Website: www.heartlandapp.com

Valence Faucet with Hand Spray
Brand name: Herbeau
Model #: 420759
Type: Weathered Copper
Herbeau Creations
Website: www.herbeau.com