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  • Cabinet Install/Tiling
  • From "Kitchen Renovations"
    episode DKTN-509


    A custom-built cabinet is installed next to the stove. The new solid surface countertops are added and then the team preps the backsplash for tile.

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    Figure A
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    Figure B
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    Figure C
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    Figure D
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    Figure E
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    Figure F
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    Figure G
    Materials:

    Cabinet Install

    safety glasses
    drill
    screw gun
    shims

    Backsplash

    cement board
    safety glasses
    circular saw
    reciprocating saw
    construction adhesive
    screw gun
    cement board screws
    tape measure
    pencil
    wet saw
    utility knife
    thinset
    bucket
    trowel

    Cabinet Installation

    1. Set cabinet in place (figure A) and add shims so it is square with the wall (figure B). Pre-drill through the nailing block and secure it to the wall with screws (figure C).

    2. Score the shims with a utility knife and snap them off (figure D).

    Tiling Backsplash

    1. Cut cement board to size with a circular saw (figure E). Apply adhesive to the back of the cement board and attach it to the wall. Secure the boards with cement board screws (figure F).

    2. Measure and mark the wall at the height of the tile (figure G) and snap a chalk line to connect the marks.

    3. Spread thinset with a V-notched trowel and set the sheets of tiles in place (figure H).

    4. For full rows of tile the mesh can be cut with a utility knife. Use a wet saw to cut the tiles.

    Hanging Pot Rack

    1. Locate studs behind plaster and lath by tapping a nail into the wall.

    2. Hold shelf up to determine desired height. Check for level and mark location for screws. Pre-drill the holes and attach the rack with provided screws (figure I).

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    Figure H

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    Figure I



    RESOURCES :

    Cork Flooring
    Website: www.blackriverfloors.com

    Custom Cabinet
    Website: www.majesticww.com

    Caesarstone-Rosemary
    Website: www.caesarstoneus.com

    Countertop Fabrication
    Website: www.caesarstonemidwest.com

    Faucet
    Website: www.moen.com

    Appliances
    Website: www.whirlpool.com

    Mosaic Tile
    Website: www.rubbletile.com

    Kitchen Island, Pot Rack
    Website: www.kitchencart.com

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