Initial Countertop & Cabinet Demolition
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Kitchen Makeover + DEMO DAY (Ep.1)
What happens here
Start the demolition process by using a hammer and a pry bar to remove any decorative trim or molding attached to the lower cabinets, particularly around the countertop edges. Next, use a pry bar to separate the granite countertops from the cabinet bases. Apply firm pressure along the seams and edges, using a hammer to aid in breaking any adhesive or weak points. Given the thickness of the granite, it's likely reinforced with steel rods and epoxy, so expect it to break into smaller, manageable pieces during removal. Carefully lift and remove these granite sections. Proceed to disconnect the plumbing from the sink and garbage disposal, detaching the sink unit. Unfasten and slide out built-in appliances like the dishwasher and double ovens. For the gas cooktop, ensure the gas line is shut off before disconnection and removal. Remove any upper cabinets by unscrewing them from the wall and lifting them down.
Goal: Begin the kitchen demolition by carefully removing decorative trim, breaking apart and lifting out the existing granite countertops, and disconnecting and removing appliances such as the dishwasher and built-in ovens.
Tools and materials
- Drill/Driver
- Flathead Screwdriver/Scraper
- Gloves
- Hammer
- Pry Bar
- Safety Glasses
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