Kitchen remodeling for dummies
Book - 2003
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Hoboken, NJ :
Wiley
2003.
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Physical Description
- 338 p. : ill. , 24 cm
- Bibliography
- Includes index.
- ISBN
- 9780764525537
- Introduction
- About This Book
- Conventions Used in This Book
- Foolish Assumptions
- How This Book Is Organized
- Icons Used in This Book
- Where to Go from Here
- Part I. Zoning In on the Scope of the Project
- Chapter 1. Envisioning the Big Picture
- Establishing a Plan: Builders Do It, So Should You!
- What's Your Forte? Determining Your Skill and Comfort Level
- Shopping Tips before You Even Spend a Dime!
- Chapter 2. Planning Your Kitchen
- Working with Your Kitchen's Shape
- Exploring a Few of Your Design Options
- Putting Your Plans on Paper
- Chapter 3. Establishing a Budget and Sticking to It!
- Crunching the Numbers
- How Am I Going to Pay for This? Financing Your Project
- A Little Overspending Adds Up to a Lot of Going Over Budget
- Time Equals Money--Budgeting Your Time Wisely
- Chapter 4. Bringin' In the Big Guns or Doin' It Solo
- Introducing the Pinch Hitters
- Contracting a Professional
- Getting It All on Paper: Drawing Up a Contract
- Dealing with the Day-to-Day during Construction
- Nearing the Finish Line
- Part II. Gettin' Down and Dirty: Preparing Your Kitchen for Greatness
- Chapter 5. You Can't Have Tool Much of a Good Thing
- Safety First
- You Get What You Pay for
- Ripping Your Kitchen Apart with Demolition Tools
- Power Shopping for Tools
- Renting Your Way to Tool Heaven
- Chapter 6. Getting Your Kitchen Ready for Construction
- Packing Up the Kitchen
- Removing Everything Including the Kitchen Sink
- Opening Up the Walls and Seeing What's Inside
- Chapter 7. Evaluating Your Plumbing, Electrical, and Ventilation Systems
- Preparing Your Plumbing
- Vetting Ventilation Needs
- Keeping Current: Electricity Concerns
- Part III. Selecting and Installing Cabinets and Countertops
- Chapter 8. Your Old Cabinets: Spruce 'em Up or Scrap 'em?
- Renovating Your Cabinets
- Checking Out New Cabinet Choices
- Storage Design Options
- Chapter 9. Making Old Mother Hubbard Proud: Putting New Cabinets Up
- Gathering the Right Tools
- Marking Reference Lines and Mounting Locations
- Hanging Wall Cabinets First
- Adding The Lower Level--Base Cabinets
- Chapter 10. Considering Creative Countertop Options
- Considering Your Countertop Options
- Where to Shop for Countertops
- Chapter 11. Making Sure Your Countertops Are Level
- Gathering the Right Tools
- Installing a Pre-formed Countertop
- Installing a Ceramic Tile Countertop
- Part IV. Selecting and Installing Sinks, Faucets, Appliances, and More
- Chapter 12. "Pouring" Over the Choices for Sinks and Faucets
- Selecting the Best Sink Material for Your Needs
- Choosing the Right Sink Design for Your Space
- Recognizing the Many Facets of Faucets
- Adding Extras
- Checking Out Those Warranties!
- Chapter 13. No Runs, Drips, or Leaks: The Right Way to Install Your New Sink and Faucet
- Gathering the Right Tools
- Setting the Stage: Preparing to Install Your Sink
- Putting Things in Position: Finishing Your Installation
- Chapter 14. Appliance Appreciation: Choosing the Right Ones
- Making Money-Related Decisions First
- Chillin' Out: Exploring Refrigerator Options
- Warming Up to Cooktops, Ranges, and Ovens
- Getting the Dish on Dishwashers
- Taking Out the Garbage: Disposers and Compactors
- Working with Warranties
- Chapter 15. Fridges, Ranges, Disposers, and More: Installing Appliances
- Installing Ranges, Ovens, and Cooktops
- Installing a New Fridge Complete with Dispenser Unit
- Installing Other Popular Appliances
- Part V. Adding the Final Touches: Walls, Windows, Floors, and More
- Chapter 16. Illuminating Your Kitchen Lighting Options
- Making Thomas Edison Proud: Getting the Most Out of Interior Lighting
- Letting the Light Shine In: Natural Lighting Options
- Chapter 17. Lighting the Way: Installing Lights and Windows
- Gathering the Right Tools
- Installing a Bright New Ceiling Fixture
- Circulating in Style: Adding a Ceiling Fan
- Getting on Track with Track Lighting
- Can It! Installing Recessed Lighting
- Lots of Light Levels at Your Fingertips: Installing a Dimmer Switch
- Ambiance and Function: Installing Under Cabinet Lighting
- Drawing in Natural Light: Upgrading Your Windows
- Chapter 18. Walls That Wow: Selecting Elements for Your Walls
- Picking Paint for Your Kitchen
- Working with Wallpaper
- Adding Final Touches
- Chapter 19. Preparation for Wall Transformation
- The Importance of Preparation
- Repairing Drywall
- Fixin' to Paint
- Getting Ready for Wallpaper
- Chapter 20. Floors: Stepping Out with Style
- Keeping Your Needs in Mind
- Perusing the Possibilities
- Choosing to Remove the Old Flooring--Or Not
- Chapter 21. Installing Your New Kitchen Floor
- Preparing to Be Floored
- Installing Your Floor
- Securing an Island Unit
- Part VI. The Part of Tens
- Chapter 22. Ten Critical Design Issues
- The Work Triangle Formula
- Making Sure Your Workspace Is Separate
- Installing Adequate Doors
- Avoid Knocking Knuckles When Opening Doors
- Easy Dish Loading
- Situating One Sink
- Considering Countertops at Different Heights
- Storing Those Dirty Dishes
- Grocery Resting Area
- Microwave Oven Safety
- Plenty of Floor Space
- Chapter 23. Ten Hot Trends in Kitchen Design
- Adding an Extra Sink
- Spreading Out the Work: Multiple Workstations
- Visiting the Islands--Mon!
- Entertaining in the Kitchen
- Eating-In Areas: Casual Style
- Gathering the Family
- Creating Kid Friendly Kitchens
- Merging Kitchens with the Rest of the House
- Adding Decorative Touches
- Visiting Europe without Leaving Home
- Toning for Elegance
- Chapter 24. Ten Easy Kitchen Upgrades
- Brightening Up the Room with a Fresh Coat of Paint
- Working with Wallpaper That Wows
- Venturing Beyond the Border
- Treating Your Windows to a New Dress
- Replacing Handles and Knobs
- Giving Your Faucet a Facelift
- Lightening Up
- Trimmin' Time
- Racking Up Your Pots and Pan
- Throwing In the Towel
- Index