Building my Kitchen Island | 30

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Today I'm building my own kitchen island for the home my fiancé and I just moved into.
Estimated cost was $850 for materials + my own labor.
🎨 Blue paint color:
Glidden Diamond semi gloss. (10dd 11/126) Americans cup (the Dark Blue)
🗂 SketchUp Design File for purchase
workshopedits.com/design-files...
🌳 MATERIALS
2 x 3/4" Full Sheets of Plywood
2 x 1/4" x 4' x 4' Plywood
1 x 1/2" x 2' x 4' Plywood
24 BF of Poplar (Framing)
3' x 5' Walnut Butcher Block (Purchased Separately from Perfect Plank)
Primer + Interior Paint
Wood Filler + Sand Paper (80-320 grits)
TiteBond II Wood Glue: amzn.to/2peRFus
The Good Stuff for Butcher Blocks: amzn.to/2OsLlLp
~200 x 1 1/4" Pocket Hole Screws
Drawer Pulls: amzn.to/2PcITIP
🗜 TOOLS
SAWSTOP 36” 3HP PCS: amzn.to/3cr1dJO
Powertool Starter Kit : amzn.to/2q1l5wn
Miter Saw: amzn.to/2q1klHw
Bench Sander: amzn.to/2q1Cq8k
Brad Nailer: amzn.to/2p1dYFD
Plunge Router: amzn.to/2p15eiC
Glue Gun: amzn.to/2uLJt7V
K5 Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/2qb8S7t
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FACEBOOK: workshopedits
INSTAGRAM: workshopedits
Thanks for watching!
Zach
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:59 Framing
4:00 Making Drawers
4:45 Face Frames
6:36 Wainscotting
8:12 Painting (boring)
8:31 DIY Cabinet Faces
11:58 Butcher Block Top
13:46 Cabinet Installation
14:49 Cabinet Hardware Installation
15:41 - Final Installation
16:23 - Outro

[@NirvanaWoodWorksbyJanie]

Boy o' boy, that's beautiful. We're planning on re-doing the kitchen with butcher block counter tops & building us some much needed upper kitchen cabinets soon along with building a butcher block island here soon so this definitely helps us. Thank you for sharing this great big project

[@workshop_edits]

No problem - it was a wonderful experience - plenty of frustrations, but just know that you're in the DIY for the long game!

[@NirvanaWoodWorksbyJanie]

"Plenty of frustrations".... Something to look forward to 😂🙄

[@gstewart2086]

That’s a really good job for your first time

[@mauromiranda9299]

Excelent work, congratulations!!!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@cricketthaskell]

Oh it is gorgeous!!! I'm so impressed - it's beautiful. Congrats on such a great job.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks Crickett!

[@traciparker7108]

This is absolutely beautiful!! Your wife must be super proud. Great work!

[@serenityprojects7364]

Seriously, so amazing. You really really did do a great job and even though you mention that it is not going to be as good as if it was professionally done… I think it may look even better. It matches your whole house flooring the countertops everything it just looks amazing great job.

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you! 😊

[@supakamiguru__4152]

You did a great job on this. At some point, I hope to build something as beautiful as this.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks and good luck!

[@TassieEats]

Wow- you did an amazing job! Especially with your creativity to make it work.

[@modustrial]

Been looking forward to this! And looks like it went viral for you...well deserved!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks man - yea what a day - made editing till midnight last night and waking up to post at 5am totally worth it! Nice to finally have something catch - and I'd say I put more effort into this build than anything in the past so overall just super stoked

[@KakashiH25]

Thank you so much for the information my friend! My fiancé and I will be purchasing our first house in a year, and most houses being sold these days have a small kitchen or not enough counter space. Our first project will be to build an island with outlets! Large kitchens are very underrated. I hope you don't mind us borrowing your idea and process! Good work btw! Looks great!

[@figrollin]

Congratulations. I think this is exceptional and very inspiring.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@irvinwittmeier5208]

The editing, presentation, build, nice !;-)

[@ey5644]

That looks phenomenal. Thank you for taking the time to show each step what you did, the easy aspects, and the more challenging ones.

[@workshop_edits]

thanks! it was a heck of a project for me to complete!

[@Peeze16]

Get project bro. Congrats on increasing skills. It's very satisfying making something with your own hands

[@workshop_edits]

Yes it is - thanks for watching and the praise!

[@bamadan315]

I thought it was a great job, and the video presentation even added to amount of thought and time you put into the project. Well done young man.

[@workshop_edits]

Hey thanks for watching!

[@YoRAHeem]

Job well done! That looks amazing. Loved your pace and overall confidence to get your vision completed.

[@workshop_edits]

Glad it didn’t drag on - it was a long one. Cheers!

[@mikebyrd546]

Amazing! I'm proud and don't even know you! lol. I'm just watching because I need to put a butcher block on a semi-homemade Island. Thanks for sharing where you bought yours from

[@foxhallww311]

Good job my friend. That’s is a hell of project to take on. You nailed it! I like the fact that you toon your time and made sure it was perfect.

[@workshop_edits]

There were days I thought this thing would never be finished haha - but it paid off - thanks for watching!

[@malloryrobinson6418]

Love the video! It is nice to see how people build kitchen islands as not all homes have them. I really like the colors you guys chose and the combination of the brass hardware. :) Happy Monday

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you! Yea we love love love the two tone - I wasn't sure how I'd feel about it but I couldn't be happier

[@malloryrobinson6418]

The Cutting Bored you're welcome! Can't wait for more project videos

[@Shad0wC0mpany2]

Mallory Robinson yeah! Same here

[@SumBeautyAnnointing]

Wow!!! You did such a great job. I am inspired to make a kitchen island myself 🤗

[@minhdesatnick]

really well done man, i can understand the intimidation. nice methodical work

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks man - it was overwhelming at times but taking each thing one step at a time makes a BIG difference. Cheers

[@luckysbackupchannel]

That was a pretty nice build. Especially for someone with "low experience". Really shows what you can pull off with lots of prepping!

[@workshop_edits]

I wouldn't say I am low on experience - I have a general set of knowledge on how to do most woodworking things - but executionally it can be daunting. One step at a time with lots of research in between. Measure twice, test your cuts on scraps, measure again, then make your cuts!

[@KeenanA]

And tools

[@2011blueman]

LMAO, the guy has a large table saw in his garage, and clearly has made cabinets and/or furniture before, he's a long ways from "low experience".

[@MultiPuddingpie]

I told my boyfriend that I wanted a kitchen island and he actually made me one☺️ He used this video as a tutorial to make it! I love it so much 💕💕💕

[@workshop_edits]

That is awesome!

[@robmilne5972]

That is an amazing job. Well done.

[@witzYT]

Beautiful job man, what's really incredible about building something yourself as opposed to buying, is the satisfaction you get from knowing you created it and being able to see and touch it each day makes it a living artifact of that memory. Well done!

[@workshop_edits]

For sure thanks for watching!

[@woodscrew5612]

According to some of the comments to call yourself a diyer, you should’ve built this with a pocket knife and a screw driver. Building up your collection of tools is as common as as card collector getting more cards. Nice job and great build keep adding tools it addicting!!

[@workshop_edits]

¯\_(ツ)_/¯ what can you do...thanks for watching!

[@ardenthebibliophile]

You know I'm coming around on this whole pocket screw thing. It's pretty impressive that you can build basically any shape with a few cuts and some inexpensive tools. Project looks great! Btw a 50/50 mix of mineral oil and beeswax makes a great coating for butcher block. You might even save some money vs. MinWax!

[@workshop_edits]

I've had a pocket hole jig for three years now - the same one - I use it on nearly every project - people can hate on it sometimes, but it is a no brainer for almost anything you build that requires strength and speed all at once

[@synthiacathcart7937]

Wow. Great job, young man!! Impressed.

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you!

[@mursenary4]

Not only an excellent end product - but an excellent quality video. Sub'd!

[@workshop_edits]

Hey awesome - thank you!

[@danieldraper4478]

Wow! You did such an amazing job man!! Looks great and with a VERY informative video to go along with it. I do have a question though. What will happen if you need to replace the dishwasher? It looks like there may not be enough space to pull it fully out of its pocket.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks man - there’s around 3 feet around each side of it so plenty of room to maneuver appliances if needed. Video probably doesn’t show it that well. We also didn’t secure it to the floor (too heavy, doesn’t need it) so if we need to move it to make it easier then we can. Cheers

[@workshop_edits]

Pinning a few answers to repeating questions/comments for everyone. Here is a Sketchup Model of the entire island build: workshopedits.com/design-files/kitchen-island Here is a playlist of all kitchen-related projects you should check out: kzbin.info/aero/PLPPOwMwM2YYyrk8mi3ZQnL_A4JTJi-XZW FAQs 1. What color is the blue paint? Glidden Diamond semi gloss. (10dd 11/126) Americans cup (the Dark Blue) 2. Is it anchored? No - I could, but it's so heavy even pushing against it with most of my weight and strength won't move it at all 3. Why no electrical? We wanted to have the island in the kitchen and use it before we decide to add electrical to it 4. How do I open appliances? There is ample room on all sides to open things - nothing is hindered or blocked 5. Why Ryobi? Because it's affordable. 6. Is it sponsored by Ryobi? Do I ever say that in the video... What color is the paint: Glidden Diamond semi gloss. (10dd 11/126) Americans cup (the Dark Blue) One more time - the color of the paint is: Glidden Diamond semi gloss. (10dd 11/126) Americans cup (the Dark Blue)

[@tobflipped]

Much respect for jumping out of your comfort zone, taking your time, and then filming it! Looks great!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks man! Was incredible to see come togrther

[@gb4816]

For a newbie you did a fantastic job with great results ! You should definitely be proud of your work. Well done.

[@barryroberts6470]

I don't know how but i missed this video????? Anyway for a first time crack at building a kitchen island, i thought you did an excellent job and if this helps, i prob would have done the doors and maybe the drawers, before i failed big time so well done on this build mate, and don't worry about some of the stupid people, you will always get em. Barry (ENG)

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks! I never worry about them!

[@jeffpalmer9326]

@@workshop_edits How do you get at oven with island there?

[@workshop_edits]

@@jeffpalmer9326 I walk up to my oven and open the door - there is tons of clearance.

[@jeffpalmer9326]

@@workshop_edits where?

[@workshop_edits]

@@jeffpalmer9326 I don't understand your question - there is over three feet of clearance between the oven and the island and plenty of room to access it.

[@blueschild61]

The one part of the process I wanted to see and he just goes out and buys it. HaHa. Good video though. Thanks for the upload.

[@cdondanville]

I wanted to see the construction of the block to but then I went to the website he talked about and figured out I could buy a 4’ x 5’ maple top for $400 so I bought mine to

[@mrgoodfind4949]

Amazing job Z, can’t wait to see more from u.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks man!

[@AndricLibreSinn]

This is beautiful. I am dying to make my own island kitchen and you've given me hope that I can. You've also sold me on that particular sawsall so I'll be getting that model.

[@workshop_edits]

10/10 would recommend the saw to anyone! I bought it and have embraced the value of a good table saw as the centerpiece of my shop!

[@benhagadorn3322]

Love your work but PLEASE consider wearing safety glasses when using power tools. Take it from someone who very nearly lost an eye when the cut end of a board kicked back and hit me in the eye - it happens very, VERY quickly.

[@Guardducks]

Nicely done, nicely done. One gripe, wear shoes . One thing i would have done different are the drawer fronts i would have used glue as where hot glue is a little thick for a flush fit. Aside from that great job. 👍

[@workshop_edits]

I honestly don't know why I wasn't wearing shoes in that one shot haha. Trust me, I would have done many many things differently...

[@bhartiparihar]

Loved your video! You did a beautiful job! I'm about to embark on a similar journey so thanks for having this up and available.

[@workshop_edits]

Breaking it down into steps like this for me made it a lot more manageable because the overall idea was pretty daunting for me. Good luck!

[@christinebrown9646]

What a talented young man. For someone who doesn't do this for a living, I think you should. Stunning and well done!

[@workshop_edits]

hey thanks for watching! just a hobby for now!

[@eliolsson1731]

Just some constructive criticism, the stiles should extend all the way up and the rails go into the stiles from side

[@chicagohandyman]

Eli Olsson Yes, I agree. I’m not criticizing, but my OCD about things like that, made it stand out.

[@michellemurphy895]

Hope your future wife appreciates all your hard work.

[@victord3093]

That's awesome! I have almost every tool I'd need.

[@clewis3838]

Nice build. It's always great to see other DIY'ers doing good projects without all the fanciest tools. When it comes to pocket holes, I've found glue is not necessary. I've done many face frames and various other projects without glue and they've stood the test of time. I've even done some testing and concluded the same thing. Yes, the glue makes it stronger, but the joints are easily strong enough without so you can save yourself a bunch of time in assembly. I'm all about the practical. Keep building!

[@terribrad24]

oh barefoot, I was just waiting for you to drop the isle on your feet man

[@techjblue]

Same

[@lewisyaxley]

Same here.

[@workshop_edits]

Same

[@olurotimiadepitan5087]

It is surprising how someone can invest so much time and money on such a beautiful project and then risk ruining one or both of his legs. I was praying for him the whole time.

[@Marshlight41]

Thanks for that thought lol I'm always walking around barefoot o_0

[@joedelorbe5410]

Looks great but could you open the oven or dishwasher doors for me, I wanna see something?

[@workshop_edits]

Do you really think that after weeks of work to build this thing the one thing i didn't do was measure the actual space I'd be putting it in...come on man! BTW they all open fine.

[@joedelorbe5410]

@@workshop_edits Oh, I don't doubt it. It's a very well made island. I'm just curious about how the kitchen flows.

[@wattsjc1]

Great job! I love the paint color and I'm a huge walnut fan. Good job for putting yourself out there and sharing your ideas. I still haven't worked up the nerve.

[@workshop_edits]

It's a lot of fun if you can manage the trolls...but yea we love how the walnut and blue came together!

[@audreydalley834]

Great job! Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks for watching!

[@craftsmanceramics8653]

So the nicest part of the project was store purchased. Great.

[@workshop_edits]

Yes it was. I hope that is okay with you.

[@spydergs07]

Literally one piece of the island was bought and the entire bottom half was half built....

[@stevenixx3595]

your girlfriend looks stronger than you ha

[@workshop_edits]

No comment

[@journeywood3555]

Lol your a dick lol Cool video man I wish I had the guts to make videos of my builds im just to cámara shy 👍🏻

[@workshop_edits]

Naw he's good - I think he's just messin!

[@g.e.o.r.g.e...]

That's not really true. The gap between world record powerlifters is nearly double at the top end, and pound for pound men are significantly stronger.

[@johnremiguzon6538]

Nice work man! I think your skills are spot on. Of course there are other ways to do some of the stuff you did, but you did it in a way that worked for you.And the island is beautiful, really beautiful. 😀

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks - I think this is the best way to describe how I approached the project and I look forward to improving in in various ways when I acquire the tools necessary to upgrade it.

[@VampyRagDoll]

You've done an exceptional job on this, gorgeous!

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you - and thank you for watching!

[@Photon3d]

I like these diy videos where the guy have more professional tools than a carpenter. They could have bought 5 kitchen island from the cost of the tools :D

[@workshop_edits]

This comment is so naive and ill-informed it's scary.

[@Photon3d]

The Cutting Bored Well according to my rough estimate your tools worth about 3500 $. Don't say you can't buy kitchen islands for that money. BTW, this one looks better than what you can buy. But I don't think that this is achievable for average diyer.

[@workshop_edits]

I didn't say you couldn't - you said 5 kitchen islands, which is over exaggerated and misleading to someone who is looking to get into the hobby. BTW - I am the average DIYer, I've just continued to invest time and money into my hobby.

[@drunkability]

First thing that popped into my head too. Started watching the video then im like wait a minute look at this garage! Look at all those tools! Not exactly a diy weekend carpenter set up. Oh well

[@howlinger8610]

A lot of diy guys have all this tools. Otherwise you are not a “big furniture” hobbyists

[@MaryWehmeier]

For a Rookie you did a great job. What I really appreciate is, you did what you could within your skillset, planned a lot, took some reasonable advice (from the father in law,) and tried your hand at this. I would have bought the butcher block too! We've got a great lumberyard here in the LA area (Ganahl Lumber) who does similar builds (in Corona and Anaheim at their mill locations) for reasonable prices. Keep going. You'll learn more, the more you do! Don't let the trolls get you down. They're jealous.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@bgymr9722]

Good stuff man, i like that the family gets involved, that is an important ingredient.

[@workshop_edits]

Oh yea - this was a family project - helps to have additional hands!

[@thedrizz1913]

The closer you are to finishing, the longer it seems to take. Way to see it through! Great build and video!!

[@workshop_edits]

So true - I kept thinking I was nearly done and it was like "crap, I need to now go install a ton of hardware...on 6 different pieces..." Thanks for watching!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Great job, Zach! It looks fantastic!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Michael Hendrickson Huh?

[@vegasjill21]

WOW!! You did a great on on your island. I think it looks gorgeous and I love the tall shelves for those dang baking sheets that are such a pain to store UNDER all the other stuff!!! So good for you. It looks awesome in your kitchen which is also gorgeous!! So from me...I say "a job well done, young man. You should be proud"!

[@workshop_edits]

thanks!

[@hdaniels30]

Great work!!!! If you’re staining you can use sanding dust from your work piece with wood glue instead of using other wood fillers. That will stain the best and basically disappear.

[@workshop_edits]

i've used that tip before - was no need to do it here since we were painting

[@journaloftraits5681]

This is amazing, well done it looks great!

[@workshop_edits]

thanks!

[@yahir.m557]

Wow, wow, wow!! Amazing work

[@katriafuller1849]

really enjoyed watching this start to finish! It's beautiful!

[@workshop_edits]

hey thanks!

[@rneustel388]

That's a beautiful island and personalized to fit your wants. I see nice islands but they've got things I don't want and are missing the things I need. Mostly they're built with substandard materials, too. Thanks for making this video so we can learn from your experience!

[@workshop_edits]

Glad you found it useful - I hope my stands the test of time. Cheers!

[@JodySmith]

Glad I found your channel! I'm nearly done with my workshop then I'm starting on the kitchen! Really great job with your island!

[@workshop_edits]

nice! good luck with the kitchen. we both know you'll never be done building that shop!

[@JodySmith]

Valid point!

[@duncananches4466]

Great job on the island and the video. Looking forward to future projects.

[@workshop_edits]

thanks!

[@erwinbenally8027]

Yeah really good job, that came out great!

[@thewoodworkinghusky3284]

Great build! Definitely going to use this as some inspiration for adding a kitchen to my basement. No room for an island unfortunately, but I love the way the final product came out!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@mrcedar1000]

Great job! Keep the projects coming i learn something every time:)

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks for watching!

[@jflo9055]

Well done! You’re ambitious

[@jmakes3745]

Great job mate, turned out looking really nice & its super inspiring seeing you tackle and succeed in something you didn't think you't you could at the beginning!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks! I felt the same way at the end!

[@bryandenos101]

Great job. I grew up in a professional cabinet shop, and was super impressed with your improvisation on the raised panels; I would never have thought to do them with a router that way, but I was spoiled by having top of the line tools. However, now just doing wood working as a hobby and not having a ton of tools, I was really inspired by your work. Thanks for sharing!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks! I got some hate for it - but they've held up very well in the kitchen so far - I do have a few more tools now so I think my goal would be to redo them someday with hardwoods if needed. Cheers!

[@richmelchr]

Dude, your camera work is amazing. you get the perfect shorts. no need for a build guide when the shot angles are this epic.

[@workshop_edits]

hey thanks! capturing the content the right way has quickly become one of my favorite aspects of creating

[@allthingsnu4673]

You did a beautiful job! Thanks for the video!

[@workshop_edits]

thanks for watching!

[@fa5234]

The making of that kitchen island alone deserve my subscription to your channel. That's an amazing result congratulations.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks man - super cool of you to say and appreciate the sub!

[@pauldec10]

Excellent job sir. You have some top of the line tools too that of course helps. Nice work!

[@JerkingMyRodTV]

Absolutely, AMAZING bro!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@TheArsenal07]

Just a tip for future reference, bondo works best for filling painted cabinets. Very durable and quick drying.

[@workshop_edits]

good to know!

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

Great project. Looks like it turned out awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@workshop_edits]

hey thanks!

[@Fibbancci]

U did a great job, keep up the good work, Excellent.

[@workshop_edits]

thanks!

[@rachelhogge6784]

Beautiful work! I was happy to see you put shoes on there at the end! 😉

[@workshop_edits]

Flirting with disaster in that shot...

[@adelaferreira4575]

Good for you ! I think you did a fantastic job,I am a 70 year old adventurer on fixing things 4 years ago I “designed “ my kitchen Island ,it works but it doesn’t look anything like yours so thanks for the video it helps a lot

[@workshop_edits]

thanks for watching - im sure yours is great!

[@rashmichaudhuri9918]

U worked like an actual professional carpenter 👍

[@workshop_edits]

I try haha

[@asebaninja]

Saw you on Reddit, looks beautiful 👌

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you!

[@femineity]

I was sitting here, trying to figure out, why it was that I, as in ME, was welling up with tears watching the end of this build? I don't know you, of course, but, I'm just really proud of you!!!! You did such an AWESOME JOB, young man! Congratulations! Wow!.....👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@workshop_edits]

that is very kind of you to say - thanks for checking out the project and bringing a smile to my face :-)

[@pr0n3]

Legit sir! You made it look easy and gave a great breakdown on the build.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks! Glad it worked - I honestly was stressing a lot about figuring how to cull this all down into a digestible format!

[@amandaboczoni243]

Absolutely impressive!!!!

[@jamesconsolo6563]

1st video of yours I've seen...great job, really nice !!

[@workshop_edits]

Hey thanks for watching!

[@stevenfinken5835]

wonderful project. More importantly, it was nice to see/hear you talk of the things you would do different. Both because you learned from your mistakes, and because the application may apply differently in alternate situations. Very well shot, narrated, and useful to a broad variety of viewers.

[@workshop_edits]

Glad you found it enjoyable and instructional. Cheers!

[@donjuan4087]

Awesome job man, especially for it being your first go at something like this. Impressive.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@shanesmaineshop]

Wow nice looking island.

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@goodvolks2know372]

Great job first off on your cabinet, but also thank you for how you explained everything. Very clear details without spoon feeding us (like some videos do). I think it looks great!

[@workshop_edits]

thank you!

[@Matteo-xm6xo]

Bad Arse!!!👍 much inspiration.thank you

[@workshop_edits]

Hey thank you!!

[@sibandafamsibanda813]

This one is the best so far I have seen on KZbin. Thanks

[@RyanWolseyHowTo]

This is a great demonstration on how to do DIY the right way. I see a lot of DIYers that excuse their poor craftsmanship because of their lack of experience. You don't have to have decades of experience to take pride in your work. Definitely going to bookmark this video for future use, as I am getting ready to close on a house where I will be doing a lot of work myself. Keep making great videos!!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks! The great thing about islands is that they can scale up or down too so if you don’t have some of the tools I demonstrate you can still make something great. Good luck on the house!

[@rachelfrght3841]

You’re right to be proud of it. You did such a great job. I hope you and your family enjoy it for many many years

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you so much!

[@Skysmeller1]

You’re a beast man. Probably the best DIY kitchen island video online. I’m looking to make one now that I have a baby coming for more space, and if I make mine half as nice as yours then my kitchen will be more spacious and look really nice!

[@workshop_edits]

I have no doubt you’ll make yours twice as nice as mine is. Good luck!

[@Skysmeller1]

1 year follow up ... I’ve had the island up for over a year and I followed most of the steps you used. I stuck with A Birchwood countertop. Cost me about 1/3 of what a store bought island would have cost!

[@workshop_edits]

Awesome!

[@claudiajanzen2564]

Great work!!!!!

[@workshop_edits]

Thanks!

[@matthewniemiec4742]

Really love watching all of your projects

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@TheThriftyChica]

It turned out great! You guys have a lovely kitchen!

[@workshop_edits]

Thank you that is very kind of you to say!

[@k.m.3286]

Loved it. Loved the fur baby supervisor approval. Happy wife, happy life

[@workshop_edits]

She’s the best sup there is!