Kitchen Remodel: Part 14 - Final Wrap Up

Instead of waiting until every last end is tied up on the kitchen project, I decided I would show it off and do a final wrap up. I figured if I waited until every last thing was done, I would never get to this video. I have done many "before and after" video shots of the kitchen to help give a sense of the kitchen remodel. Although the functions of the kitchen are all in the same locations, the transformation is dramatic
Costs
Plumbing
$766.85
$131
Plumbing supply (est)
sink $607.39
fawcett $555
disposal $200
Appliances
dishwasher $999
range $6,104
blower $799
hood $2199
refrig $2,099.97
Bamboo
Bamboo Revolution $1,055
Countertops
3cm Stone Inc $3,760
Hardware
NBH pulls $134.4
slides $150
Outlet covers
Wallplates.com $50.79
Paint
SherwinWilliams $48.44
"Snowbound'
Wood
Crosscuts $194.46
$120.7
$204.6
$44.4
Home Depot (est)
$500
Total $19,854.3
The cost of this project using a contractor and not doing the work myself would be between $60k to $80k.

[@JonScottSmith]

Such beautiful craftsmanship, both in the kitchen and the cinematography and editing. You truly are an artist Frank. Amazing.

[@ahschornjesus]

Currently I am an architecture student. The comments you made at the end of the video are very inspiring. A unique building truly is a work of art just like any art form. Miles of thought, contemplation, and design go into a building and it is nice to hear somebody who has experienced designing a space in a home acknowledge what goes into designing of a livable space.

[@lennyf1957]

I enjoyed every minute of every episode of the kitchen remodel project. And looking forward to the breakfast bar project.

[@michaelsummer7082]

Frank... you're the only dude that can make sock, sandals and shorts cool. Seriously. As always, awesome work.

[@AlfFisher]

A large number of white surfaces in combination with wood and metal - looks very bright! Nice work! I like :) Highlighting the bottom of the kitchen 4:57 - it's beautiful, but it shows every speck of dust on the floor%), cleaning the kitchen with lighting will need to do very often :)))

[@archimedesCNC]

Frank, 37" rocks. and so does the intrepid way you have accomplished this design & construction paradigm for your family's kitchen. have never seen video that built a "before & after" synopsis in such a graceful manner as what you developed. that was fun to anticipate as the scenes evolved. class act these visual stories in their unique way.

[@chetz76]

I'm a woodworking professor and always encourage my students to experiment even at the cost of doing it outside of standard practice. No innovations would ever occur without trial. Great work!

[@barryroberts6470]

Hi Frank, like you said 14+ episodes but I for one have enjoyed every single one of them. The workmanship you have done on that kitchen is incredible from what it was before, mind you your old kitchen is better than what we have ha ha.Well done on what was a fantastic journey on a kitchen rebuild, and hopefully the wife was happy with it.Have a nice break for a bit as you have deserved it.Take Care,Barry from England.

[@mhaz49]

Great series, Frank. I learned a few "how to's" along with a few "how not to's".

[@AnthonyStabler]

I have watched everything you have produced. I can't get enough. As an art student in college, my favorite people to hang with were architecture students, very thoughtful people. Nothing has changed in the last 40. years.

[@WaterTimeLapse]

Another quality video from Frank. My week could'nt start better. thank you frank!

[@i.am.adrian]

Frank Howarth is the Bob Ross of woodworking. So relaxing, so informative, so enjoyable. I would say I would love to Frank with his own show on DIY network, but watching those shows and TV hosts are like drinking an energy shot, your videos are like enjoying a fine wine.

[@waynecreech]

Its been a great series Frank, I totally enjoyed it.

[@MikeyMakey]

I love how bright and open your new kitchen is. It never would have occurred to me to NOT have upper cabinets in a kitchen, but what a difference! Looks amazing. I love the bamboo too. My wife and I put bamboo engineered hardwood floors in our house about 7 years ago and I still love them.

[@masterp2202]

I have to say I don't often find myself waiting with baited breath to watch a middle aged man work on his kitchen, however you frank are the exception. Excellent work, and your videos are truly extraordinary! Hope the new kitchen works as well as it looks. Looking forward to more videos!

[@StephanieJoRountree]

Completely in awe of what you've accomplished with your hard work on this kitchen! Kudos to you, Frank!!!

[@ashilling9283]

I watched your kitchen series. I appreciate the craftsmanship, I do, but it is raised higher because of your designs. I am grateful that you share your experiments whether or not they meet the hypothesis. Your work is amazing. Your designs are brilliant. You bring a sense of wonder and fun to the projects with your camera and your spirit. Frank, you are a royal treat! Thanks so much for sharing your work with us!

[@davidhoggan5376]

Great work, Frank. I looked forward to every new episode with the Kitchen series.

[@kevinCarbis]

Beautiful work Frank! I really appreciate how your ego allows you to admit mistakes or challenges as you go. It happens to all of us and its refreshing to see that you don't simply edit those out.

[@Nordraw]

Great job Frank. I know you are proud every time you walk into that kitchen.

[@thecynic807]

Pretty sure your the only one pulling 70,000+ views on remodeling a kitchen. Love your videos.

[@gregkrazanski]

I seriously have tears in my eyes now that this is coming to an end. I always got SO excited when a new kitchen series video popped up on my phone.

[@successfullguy]

Awesome project frank! You have no idea how anxious i am once when my phone pops up with a you tube notice that Frank has uploaded a new video! great cinematography!

[@papaike2]

Well Frank that was a very good job and it looks so nice. Can't wait to see the breakfast bar when it's finished.

[@GetHandsDirty]

So good, Frank! This series was so interesting and captivating to see all the process and the thinking behind such a big project. I love the final design and the chosen materials, specially the bamboo plywood. Amazing work! Oh and the videos themselves are fantastic as usual. One thing I've been noticing in your videos...in a few footage you seem to have a different (more blueish/movie look) white balance in relation to the other images. It seems to come from a particular camera. It's just something I notice and was curious to ask. :)

[@jimsjacob]

You're thankful? We're thankful! Thankful for all your hard work and production skills in putting this all together and then sharing it with us! A wealth of information and inspiration for us to aspire too. Kind regards and thank you so much!

[@jesscneal]

Turned out great Frank. I love the bamboo you used.

[@bobegan8457]

Really enjoyed the series. Well done. Thanks Frank.

[@racma8698]

14 parts of pleasure Franck, thank you.

[@zzzzz164]

I love that you take your time and don't stress. My home projects take me forever. It seems that the same people that say that they could never live in a construction site, are the also the people who fall about about how clever and thought out everything is.

[@zzzzz164]

*fall apart about...

[@havenisse2009]

I keep asking myself why it is that I watch (and can't stop watching) a random American make a new kitchen ? There is something intriguing about the videos. Thanks for making !

[@LucasDirkx]

I "finished" my kitchen about six months ago. Anyone who has ever remodelled a kitchen before will agree, your remark about doing something else besides the kitchen is spot on. I loved and looked forward to every episode. Enjoy doing something else besides the kitchen. And a good tip for the future; Don't worry about the first scratch in the sink ;-)

[@cchaffin2012]

I love how there are no cabinets along the top. Looks so open and not so packed. Great job!!!

[@Hiksan5]

Thank you for the journey. Have enjoyed watching along you demolished, planned, sketched, built and finished your lovely kitchen. Your videos are 1st class quality; playful, informative and full of surpricing details. Looking forward to you next project!

[@AverageJoeLui]

So far this series of videos has helped me muster up the courage to redo my own kitchen. Thank you for that Frank, I've enjoyed this series.

[@chiraz111]

Congrats on completion! As someone who also remodeled his kitchen from scratch, I can appreciate the joy and sense of accomplishment you must be feeling! It's wonderful to look at every element (and even every little flaw) and know that it was your plan and concept that came to life. Great job on the videos.

[@palabful]

You are a very resourceful and creative man. And I'm always glad to find your kind here in KZbin. 'Make lesser folks like myself become hopeful. I am currently in the process of making renovations in our new home. I find you and your very carefully arranged videos highly inspirational. Thank you, sir

[@frankmakes]

Awesome

[@SoBlessedDetroitDiva]

+palabful Inspirational Indeed

[@micahwinters7021]

palabful I totally agree with you on this. Makes me itch to go make something.

[@synapseZA]

A Frank Howarth video on a Tuesday! It looks really good Frank - the attention to detail in this kitchen is just amazing.

[@ProspectorBill]

Love the flashback technique. Demonstrates the "plan" all along. Thanks for the effort.

[@mostlyelka350]

I've thoroughly enjoyed this series, particularly this video detailing your design processes. As an architect who's a hobbyist carpenter there've been lots of tips for when I get to build my own kitchen.

[@madebymichael4773]

Outstanding job Frank. I truly enjoyed watching the kitchen renovation project. Your videos are among the best on KZbin. Thanks so much for taking so much time to share your work with the rest of us.

[@StewartLMcGill]

Do your bedroom!! Do your bedroom. The process has been fascinating and I loved it. Great work as always.

[@TaylorDeCastro]

These videos are therapeutic and I have no idea why. Congrats on "finishing" the kitchen!

[@davepolotaxi]

just finished watching all 17 episodes. you inspire me. I'M BUILDING MY OWN KITCHEN!!! Thanks and greetings from Holland.

[@BuddyCrotty]

Thank you for spending so much time to go into the level of detail you did for each video. I really appreciate being able to see the whole process start to finish, with all the problem solving and reasoning behind each design choice.

[@linamatthews512]

I really like the way you designed your kitchen. It's beautiful & functional with a modern Scandinavian feel to it.

[@viperjock42]

Thanks for sharing this with us Frank. Your attention to detail is an inspiration.

[@OrionFyre]

Frank, congratulations on the successful remodel. I love how it turned out. I especially like the grain continuity in the cabinet and drawer faces. I'm also pleasantly surprised with how well the two minimalist shelves turned out against the wall with the fridge, it really imparts a nice open feel to the space. And the light switch in the baseboard to kick on and off is genius!

[@connerg3058]

I love your videos frank. I'm a high school woodworker and I've turned to you for inspiration. I love how everything is just for fun and I total experiment. Keep up the awesome work!!!

[@fillphat]

great project ...jut binge watched them in 2 sittings... keep up the work..

[@TheRbraxton2]

Thanks Franks, I think I have checked weekly for your next kitchen remodel videos and have probably watched all 14 videos multiple times. Really appreciate the extra time you spent making the videos so creative and professional. Your work speaks for itself, Extremely impressive!!

[@snappytom8818]

Fantastic to see it all finished, Frank. It looks marvellous. I'm sure your family is happy to have their kitchen back!

[@MrNineholes1]

Great work Frank. It's been a pleasure watching the kitchen come together for you. Love the new design, it looks great! Now you get to enjoy the result of your effort every time you make a coffee....

[@matthewmclaren9353]

Great series! Thanks for including us in the journey!

[@jaasonbee]

What a transformation, Frank! I remember having the same old counters and cabinets in my childhood home that was built in the late 50's. It's amazing how simple peoples' tastes in finishes were back in the day (or lack of choices). I look forward to your next project videos.

[@thescalz]

Frank, happy to have been here for these 14+ episodes. Your "experiments" in wood are great to watch! Can't wait to see more in the future, whether it's the breakfast bar or more bowls. You inspire creativity!

[@3Godfree]

Frank, well done. Great transition from old to new Kitchen, And video work is artful. Thank you for sharing, I am sure you and your family will enjoy it.

[@cassia_cries]

It's been fascinating to watch and I love the 'end' result. ..it has also served as a good reminder that ripping out your kitchen and rebuilding it is a lot of work ..before I ripped out my kitchen!

[@anthonymeyer9051]

This video series is one of the greatest things ever created by man. I wish I could fully express the appreciation I have for your work, and the awe I have for your talent. Please never stop. You are a genius.

[@frankmakes]

Anthony Meyer Wow, thanks.

[@mywoodworkings742]

Excellent work Frank. Looks great. Not only do you do excellent work, but you also show that you have a great deal of patience. I can't imagine doing a kitchen remodel, and videoing the process too. Wow.

[@kylestarfaux]

beautiful choice of wood for the cabinets and shelves. then again, I can't imagine anyone expecting any different from you. well done.

[@Slomo1952]

I'm not sure what you're better at, carpentry or videography! I can't tell you how many times I checked over the past five months to see if the latest episode had been posted yet. Your problem solving is fun to witness, as is your patience, attention to detail, and camera skills. Well done Frank, and can't wait to see what you do next.

[@nairbllebpmac4179]

I really enjoyed this series on your kitchen. It is absolutely breathtaking. I am at best a hobby woodworker. Many of my skills I learned from my grandfather. Your projects show that any of us can do big projects if we just do the "pieces" one at a time. Keep it up, your videos are informative and entertaining!

[@l3ender15]

Very nice to see the transition from what was to what is. Your videos are enjoyable no matter what the content is about, Frank. Great job!

[@rhephokrits]

Awesome episode. It was nice of you to show the before and after of the kitchen. It has been amazing to watch this whole renovation. I like how minimalist yet functional everything is. I look forward to seeing the breakfast bar finished.

[@ForwardGuidance]

Excellent work. I appreciate when you show your lack of foresight rather than hiding it like it can be done when editing video. It makes me feel normal. Only 1 change I'd make considering your family opted out of wall cabinets, I'd make those floating shelves big enough to hold plates. That would look good and would be better functionally. I enjoyed eating my dinner as I watched the episodes - thanks for including so much detail. I'd watch even if they had even more detail - let others fast forward while some of us enjoy dinner or lunch though an episode.

[@ben052488]

I really like that you broke down the cost. Everyone seems very shy when it comes to money but this is helpful to help estimate my own kitchen remodel.

[@DaleKnudsen]

Thanks Frank! I really enjoyed the project. For whatever reason I could watch you remodel your whole house and still find it informational and entertaining! Excited to see how the breakfast bar goes - Hope there will be a video for that!

[@nomadben]

Seriously beautiful new kitchen Frank. I really like the modern minimalist design.

[@MarcoTassara]

Thank You for taking us along. Your videos are works of art. The kitchen looks amazing.

[@f0xcup725]

Thank you for another entertaining post. I admire your openness, letting us strangers, share in your projects, even down to posting your costs! Well done Mr Howarth, another project well done!........Whilst I appreciate this is far easier for me to say, than for you to do.........do you think you may, when the breakfast bar is complete, do a final final wrap up video, sharing what you really like and what you would have in hindsight altered?

[@scott98390]

That bamboo looks great... the entire kitchen looks beautiful, you did an amazing job. Thanks for sharing the process.

[@bentcountershaft]

Like I said a couple episodes ago, I really hate to see this series of videos come to an end as I've thoroughly enjoyed watching them. Congrats on a beautiful kitchen and thanks for sharing.

[@rochat]

Your editing is so well though out and on point. I hope people realize how much work goes into producing video like this.

[@Ken5imaging]

Great Job Finishing off the Kitchen Frank! Can't wait to see more of our Animated Videos!

[@fix-make]

Well done Frank, a big project but beautifully crafted. A pleasure to watch.

[@briancnc]

Frank, your kitchen is so clean, I think you did a very good job. The simplicity is what makes one of these straight lined kitchens look so good. So many people over do the details and it makes a project look meaty. I'm sure you've earned a lot of points by now with the boss! With respect to the LEDs, and I apologize if someone else mentioned this as you get so many comments I don't have time to check, but there are aluminum extrusions you can buy that are anodized in many finishes that you can install these into. It works well for a few reasons, it provides a proper enclosure for the led strip tape light, protection from cleaning the floors or liquids, and a mechanism for installing a diffusion lense on the outside that snaps into place. The LED pixels no doubt show up on your counters under the shelves and toe kicks as you've realized. The diffusers really do a good job at breaking that fine bright light up that the LED pixels produce. If you send me a message I can recommend some inexpensive brands / links to sites that I have used in the past with success in similar applications. Lastly, 3m maxes thin adhesive tape that is permanent and will not fall off like the cheap adhesive these chinese manufacturers put on the back of them. If it ever does fail a little solvent will loosen it free, but it won't come off under normal circumstances. After like 24 hours this stuff is on there good and never gives out. Hope this helps, and keep up the good work. I look forward to more project videos!

[@rj270812]

I look forward to your videos more than any other person on youtube. Thanks for doing the kitchen remodel series!

[@AndreasKoepkeAU]

Thanks for taking us on this journey with you. It has been really interesting to watch it all come together.

[@MikeKapotsy]

Frank, I love the small details you include in your videos. The kitchen looks amazing. Congratulations on wrapping it up!

[@canadude6401]

Looks really great. Good you added the lighting in the ceiling (a MUST to have good lighting), and the fridge now opens the proper way...INTO the kitchen. Many people aren't aware of how much more efficient kitchen tasks are having the fridge handle on the proper side. Almost all fridge handles are reversible too!

[@oscareli5114]

I watched all this 14 episodes, and everything looks amazing, the kitchen looks beautiful and all your video was edited professionally, it was just awesome to watch. great Job, I wish I can do all that. Blessings.

[@frankmakes]

Thanks

[@DCsk8rgoelz]

seriously frank, your videos have taught me so much and inspired this 25 year old to learn about all the tools gathering dust in my parents basement (I had no clue that there was a 70s era craftsman adjustable angle radial arm saw until I saw you use yours). I cant thank you enough for taking us along with you while you built this beautiful cooking space.

[@GeorgeWelman]

Well done Frank!!!!! I enjoy watching you're videos. Leave the fridge the way it is right now, it is a stand alone peace of equipment, A vase or another peace of art you made wil make the top a place to display one object!!!!!

[@BeeRich33]

This project was very nice to follow. You are a talented guy, Frank. I always look forward to your work.

[@jamesdownes1974]

I've loved following your progress on this project. I've learned so much. Thank you Frank, your videos are an inspiration!

[@gloobnord]

I really admire you for, not only carpentry and willingness to try new things, but your videography. You are an artist at heart. Thanks for sharing this whole project and process. Dooooood! You du man!

[@frankmakes]

+gloobnord Thanks

[@fritz4345]

Excellent kitchen design which you don't see that often.

[@MatthewWebb62024]

loved the whole series. Great craftsmanship and creativity. I hope people understand the amount of extra work put in to share. thanks

[@killianredcastle]

Frank, Thanks for the series. I have a few projects around my house that need doing. Not being able to afford a pro like you to consult, design, and install, the episodes really allowed you to highlight some of the finer points. Your skill at "video" gets me to the nuts and bolts without the tedium of the nuts and bolts. They're perfect to my way of learning. You've uncovered some of the unknowns and thus dispelled the fear of same. I look forward to more.

[@AlfordLau]

Bravo. I love the way you present things on video ... those drafts overlay on the original layout, those transitions from the old look to new, and of course those animated moving tools :-) which combine to make things easy to understand and fun to view. Thanks Frank for the work on this kitchen project as well as the filming of it.

[@JAPATALK]

I've only watched the kitchen episodes so far but they were really fun to watch. Thanks for making this channel. Now, I'm going to watch all your other videos!

[@dcmccart25]

Great outcome, Frank. Just watched the series start to finish. I sometimes beat myself up about how much I think about details, but your process shows this approach is worthwhile. 😀👍🌲

[@BillVanLoo]

Your videography and edit on this are just fantastic, frank howarth !

[@chuckflett]

Excellent,excellent,excellent. Your videos are great, modest, and creative. I have enjoyed them all, particularly the kitchen remodel. It was good looking and modern and I only wished our kitchen looked half as good! Please keep the videos coming.

[@dbeanmail]

Exceptional work Frank! My wife and I have enjoyed every minute. Our kitchen remodel will be soon and I hope to incorporate some of your wisdom.

[@jacobwalsh4979]

Kitchen looks great. For above the fridge, I'd suggest adding a third shelf that runs full width starting at the point of the other two. It would add some nice asymmetry to that wall IMO and give you additional storage space.

[@frankmakes]

Jacob Walsh That's not a bad idea, i will have to see how that looks.

[@pdxDavid]

+Jacob Walsh Was thinking this very same thing. From the video it looks like it would be at the same level as the top of the window and the top of the door, and kinda wrap that line around the kitchen.

[@mjb12141963]

The area over the fridge you could build a square frame and cover it with drywall, paint it, no more top of fridge! LOL Beautiful kitchen, awesome shop. Love your videos.

[@ChristopherHale]

I loved this series and the rest of the videos on this channel. The creativity shines through in the content and the editing.

[@anatolpopadiuc]

Вы просто мастер золотые руки, теперь можно и бутылку шампанского разбить об кухню в честь постройки новой кухни ))), интересный видео-рассказ, спасибо, будем ждать новых интересных проектов !!!

[@1814Custom]

Thank you Frank😀 It was alot of fun watching you build your new kitchen..