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  • Appliances
  • From "Kitchen Renovations"
    episode DKTN-409


    In this third segment host Paul Ryan and Darcy (homeowner) install the five-burner cooktop, making some modifications so it fits. Then they dryfit the oven, steam oven and discuss the features of the new wine cooler.

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    It's hard to believe that this small, dated kitchen...
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    is renovated into this spacious,...
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    new cabinets, sparkling appliances and unique hardwood flooring!
    Materials and Tools for Grouting the Backsplash --

    Modified grout
    Rubber gloves
    Rosin paper
    Tape
    Bucket
    Water
    Drill with paddle mixer
    Float
    Sponge

    Materials and Tools for Moving the Refrigerator --

    Dolly
    Air lifter with blower

    Materials and Tools for Installing Cooktop --

    Cooktop
    Wooden blocks
    Reciprocating saw
    Drill

    Materials and Tools for Installing Light Fixtures --

    Light fixtures
    Screw gun
    Wire nuts
    Wire stripper
    Fine-tooth hacksaw

    Installing the Cooktop

    1. Drill two access holes, one for the electric wiring and one for the gas.

    2. Dryfit the cooktop (figure A) and modify the cabinet back if needed with a reciprocating saw.

    3. Use wooden blocks (figure B) to test fit so that your fingers don't get caught under the lip. Once it is in place, remove the blocks.
    Photo

    Figure A

    Photo

    Figure B


    In the final segment the pendant lighting is installed and an electric device that contains TV, CD/DVD, Internet and radio all in one unit with a flip screen.


    RESOURCES :

    Pot Filler Faucet
    Brand Name: Franke
    Model #: PF-2080
    Color: Satin Nickel
    Franke Kitchen Systems
    Website: www.frankeksd.com

    Thermador Refrigerator (48")
    Brand Name: Thermador
    Model #: KBUIT4870A
    Color: Custom Panel
    Thermador
    Website: www.thermador.com

    Steam and Convection Combination Oven
    Style: Combisteam, convection, five humidity settings, Thermo Test, Temperature Probe, and Mist Feature for Chewy Crusts
    Model #: ED 220
    Color: Stainless Steel

    Convection Oven
    Style: 36" Convection Oven with Rotisserie Temperature Probe and Pizza Stone
    Model #: EB 338
    Color: Stainless Steel

    5 Burner Cooktop
    Style: 36" five high output brass burner cooktop with a total of over 60,000 BTU's
    Model #: KG 291
    Color: Stainless Steel

    Dishwasher
    Style: Integrated Tall Tub Dishwasher with 6 Cycles
    Model #: GI 976-760
    Gaggenau
    Website: www.gaggenau-usa.com

    Wine Cellar Brand Name: Marvel Chateau Collection
    Model #: 6SWC-BS-G
    Color: Black cabinet, stainless finish frame glass door
    Marvel
    Website: www.lifeluxurymarvel.com

    Lighting
    Product: Flanders Mission-Style Pendant Lights with Glass Shades
    Model #: C210BN (fixture) 172CE (Shade)
    Color: Brushed nickel finish

    Product: Pacific City Mission-Style Wall Sconces
    Model #: W707BN (fixture) 172CE (shade)
    Color: Brushed nickel finish
    Rejuvenation
    Website: www.rejuvenation.com

    iCEBOX FlipScreen
    Brand name: Salton's Beyond Connected Appliances
    Model #: FS04
    Color: Slate
    Icebox-LLC
    Website: www.saltoninc.com


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    Vice President, Operations
    Autumn River
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