Do It Yourself Kitchens

Discover how to build a beautiful and durable outdoor kitchen counter for a modest outlay, whether you do it yourself or hire a pro.

This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.

Lynch shows homeowners what's hot and what's not, and gives practical information on how they can achieve the kitchens of their fantasies. Recent innovations in planning and room layout are covered in detail, and the merits of premium building materials and appliances are discussed and compared.

Provides advice on remodeling a kitchen, discussing reasons to remodel, designs, planning, deciding on a style, finances, buying materials and appliances, installation, finishing touches, and enjoying the new room.

Build your own kitchen cabinets! You don't need a showroom full of equipment or expertise in calculus to build your own kitchen cabinets. In fact, Danny Proulx's concise, easy-to-follow instructions enable you to create incredible kitchens with just a few power tools—a table saw, circular saw, router and drill. Completely revised and updated, Build Your Own Kitchen Cabinets, Second Edition, provides start-to-finish guidelines for crafting upper and lower cabinets, plus practical information on kitchen design, material selection and tool shortcuts. Proulx's instruction is practical, easy to understand and time-tested, refined in his own shop, and taught by him in countless seminars and workshops. You'll learn how to plan, design, construct and install your own complete handmade kitchen, from simple cabinets and over-the-sink cupboards to lazy-Susan shelving, stemware, storage and more: • Combine the beauty of traditional face-frame cabinetry with the strength and simplicity of European cabinetry and hardware • Build drawers, pull-outs and flip-outs to maximize storage space • Use European hinges, adjustable legs and other specialized hardware to take the guesswork out of construction and installation • Use simple butt joints to build strong cabinets quickly • Customize your cabinets' looks with a variety of door styles, countertops and finishes Page after page, Danny Proulx proves that you can build your own beautiful kitchen cabinets.

Ideas and instruction for sprucing up your kitchen The kitchen is the heart of the home, and the space in which everyone seems to end up gathering. This book, from the editors of the popular Do It Yourself magazine, gives a wide variety of ideas for spicing up a kitchen, from tiling a backsplash to adding window treatments to increasing storage and functionality. You'll get the know-how to improve your cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and more, with clear, concise instructions and photos guiding you every step of the way. Plus, you can browse through do-it-yourself kitchen makeovers with before-and-after photos to inspire your own ideas and projects. Presents an array of inspiring kitchen makeovers for $1,000, $2,500, and $5,000 budgets Real-life before-and-after kitchen makeovers include budget breakdowns, solutions to common problems, and space-planning tips If you're a confident DIYer who isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves and bring new life to your tired kitchen, grab Do It Yourself Kitchens before you head to the home center.

Insights and ideas for the cook, as well as smart tips for the builder. Imaginative and detailed plans for outdoor kitchens in a variety of locations. Addresses both form and function to help homeowners assess their needs for cooking and storage space. Color photos provide inspiration on how to apply designs to any setting. Special section provides all-time favorite grilling recipes and tips for outdoor cooking from the Better Homes and Gardens experts.