The newest trend in home kitchens is thesolid surface countertop. Homeowners choose these countertops over other types because of the variety of styles, patterns, and materials available. In most cases, homeown
Before you begin installing tile, lay a protective barrier on your countertops (and the floor!), such as plastic or cardboard. You don’t want to have to clean up thin-set mortar or grout from the flooring or counter after. Looking for kitchen backsplash ideas that are faster, easier,...
Concrete CountertopsKitchen CountertopsCountertopsKitchens Making your own concrete countertop is one of the more challenging — and rewarding — DIY projects. If you’re a rookie, keep your goals simple. Plan for basic color treatments and plain edges.The key to success is building a sturdy, leak...
IF the fixture outlet trap is too low to drain by gravity and building a platform is not practical, for example when the building drain exits high on the basement wall, you'll need to install an ejector pump and check valve so that drainage from the fixture can be lifted to the height...
If you have a counter-depth refrigerator—a fridge that aligns flush with countertops—be mindful that it will likely measure a few inches wider than standard refrigerators. Step 2: Measure for refrigerator height If you have cabinets above your refrigerator cutout, measure from the floor to the...
When the time comes to choose countertop materials, you need to consider many things—countertop size, style, drawers, cabinets—before settling on a particular material. Larger kitchens have different requirements for countertops, and the same is true with kitchens of smaller sizes. ...
Step 1: Remove Old Countertops & Install New Plywood Base To start, we took off the laminate counters. Only a couple of screws hold it on from the underneath, so no biggie there. Next we installed a plywood base. This is the spot to make changes to your existing layout/footprint, if...
Replacing kitchen countertops is a good, relatively low-cost way to boost your home’s value, with as much as 98.5% ROI . You can reduce the cost of installing new kitchen countertops by removing old countertops yourself, opting for simpler edge treatments, choosing a less expensive material,...
countertops. This line represents the top of the chair rail which measure 2-1/2″ wide. The beadboard product measures 32″ tall, and if you do the math, means there is a 1″ gap at the bottom. This gap will be concealed by baseboard and provides space for any height changes in ...
Install Countertops Remove old countertop, sink and faucet and slide new countertop into place. Secure countertop by inserting screws through hardware on underside of cabinets with 1-1/4" wood screws (Image 1). Install sink and faucet following manufacturer's instructions (Image 2). For L-shaped...