Kitchen Remodel Ideas YOU DIDN'T THINK OF YOURSELF!

[@TailHappyTV]

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[@teresacoffman5529]

Floating shelves look pretty. That’s about where it ends. This is a kitchen. Food is prepared and cooked there. Grease travels and it will coat your dishes on those open shelves. Having them in a cabinet helps keep them clean from the grease and dust. If you want to display the dishes, look for cabinet doors with glass.

[@Soandsoguy]

Or just install a vent hood that is correctly rated for the stove.

[@teresacoffman5529]

@@Soandsoguy might pull some of the grease, but that hood won't dust for you.

[@Soandsoguy]

@@teresacoffman5529 lol. True. But seems like use case analysis is key. I can understand scenarios where dishes that are used daily on those shelves will not get dusty or greasy and the shelf can be kept clean too as a daily , weekly practice perhaps.

[@cheshirescarf2065]

Totally agree Theresa, dust with grease, just like the top of cupboards if they aren’t boxed in or reach ceiling. It does look pretty and very current but a vent won’t prevent the issues above.

[@MaureenTheTemp]

And not just the dust and grease, floating shelves only look good if you don't have a hubby and kiddos who dump stuff everywhere on the shelves. It isn't worth fighting with them all the time.

[@vociferonheraldofthewinter2284]

4:00 Installing upper cabinets is extremely easy. First, you get your lowers in and make sure they're level. Then you build yourself a 2x4 or plywood jig. It's just a square box that you set on the lowers. The top of the box is exactly where you want your uppers to end up. All you have to do is set the upper on the jig, fiddle it exactly as you want it, and screw it in. It's fast, accurate, and so simple. I had to figure it out when I (the wife) decided to do a complete kitchen remodel by myself. I could lift an upper by myself, but I didn't have the extra arms to support it while I screwed. The box made it a non-issue. The benefit of the jig is that every single upper is lined up in a perfect row and it'll be as level as your lowers when you're done. I think I did all of the uppers by myself in less than an hour and didn't have a single mistake. Even if I did open shelving I'd build the same jig just to make my life easier.

[@markburling3504]

Consider having cabinets up to the ceiling- thus way you won't have a top surface to clean (a nasty job). Use glass splashbacks as they avoid grouting, bounce light around the room and are easy to clean. Put sockets away from areas where you want your storage jars to be. Mount vertical knife racks to save wall space, and if mounting floating shelves make sure to place shelf holders/sticks into holes filled with resin. Then mount hollow shelves onto them for a solution that is rock solid, which will take a great amount of weight, and which will not drop ir sag. Mount smooth handles on doors to avoid tearing your clothes and use brushed steel rather than chrome to avoid endless polishing. Finally swap black for white countertype because black shows up every crumb and you will be wiping them down forever. Buy chairs that offer lower back support.

[@eattherich9215]

Dispense with a splashback altogether in favour of wipe clean paint.

[@spanieaj]

Yeah. I installed cabinets up to the ceiling. Not doing that is a waste of potential storage space, plus is a dust collector.

[@colleengallo4831]

I have a layer of newspaper or paper towels on top of my cabinets. Cleaning is as easy as replacing to paper and throwing the old out.

[@laurievanhoy5190]

Great hardware tips .

[@Gk2003m]

I have cabinets up to the ceiling. Would not do it again, as the space atop cabinets is perfect for indirect lighting (particularly with smart colored light strips).

[@DrValerie800]

Love most of the ideas, but not the open shelving. Here in the desert SW, open shelving means ALL of your dishes/bowls/etc. get covered with dust, no matter how much you try to keep them clean. You can literally dust thoroughly with a wet cloth, walk out of the room, come back a few minutes later, and more dust has settled on everything. And when the wind is fierce, it's even quicker...and that is even in a supposedly well-sealed house. If you guessed that I don't have any chotchkes to gather dust upon, you'd be correct. In fact, I have gathered a new appreciation for lots of closets, cupboards, and drawers and a zen gallery style of decor!

[@Ms.MD7]

Agreed! I live in Vegas and while I think open shelving is pretty...no way in hell I'm dusting every damn day! Lol

[@rlolo777]

Yeah, you have to wash everything again before you use it.

[@karenlebeter4196]

True

[@networth00]

Change your filters every 3 months. It's not like the wind is inside your house.

[@DrValerie800]

@@networth00 Thanks for your concern, but that is incorrect. And I DO change the filters, before the 3rd month. I'm in a shotgun apartment; straight shot through and the only windows/doors are front and back. I have the doors open whenever possible and the wind DOES shoot through here, sometimes with enough force to knock things over. And, I'm in the desert, which means there's dust...lots and lots of dust.

[@dougi]

Most of the inexpensive beverage/wine fridges like shown are for freestanding use only and will overheat and die prematurely (and be a fire hazard) if installed under cabinets. Be sure to get one specifically listed for built-in applications. They’ll have front vents under the door.

[@amandabricker3059]

Such good advice! I wouldn’t have even thought about that.

[@no2mob889]

His looks like it had a vent.

[@donnaeichenlaub8180]

Front vent will cost around $3000 plus

[@EugWanker]

​@@donnaeichenlaub8180 These days there are a ton of inexpensive front-vented beverage fridges and wine coolers for use under counters. The 24" model we bought last year was CA$599 (~US$444). So far it works great, and it's very quiet. While our CA$599 model was on sale, there are many in the CA$699 (~US$518) to CA$1999 (~US$1480) range. The one minor negative with ours is that there is no hinge limiter bracket option to reduce the door opening range. Some (but not all) of the more expensive models may come with an optional metal hinge bracket that prevents the door from opening enough to hit the adjacent cabinet. Our solution was to stick small clear silicone bumpers on the adjacent cabinet so in case we open the beverage fridge door too wide, it will hit the bumper instead of the actual cabinet. I personally never open the door too wide myself, but my young kids may not be as careful.

[@Cherrysmith2809]

Well that explains why mine quit working. Ugh.

[@lorrainefairfield774]

Tenant here: first thing I did in my kitchen was wash off exposed top of upper cabinets, then used old linoleum scrap to cover the tops to make even shelf. I purchased plastic containers with tops that were similar in color and size as my cabinets. I store the largest pots, casserole dishes, serving dishes that are used infrequently in those containers. I can easily wipe down plastic containers as well as the linoleum shelf they sit on. Storage space is at a premium in small kitchen. Neatly matching plastic containers give the impression the cabinets go all the way up to the ceiling. You just need to measure the cabinet depth and decide the width of containers needed to store the items you have. Utilizing that space is equal ti having another 1-2 cabinets.

[@LA2047]

As an addition to your comment about countertop overhangs: if you're doing it yourself (or able to make the request of your contractor), cut an 1/8-inch channel on the underside of the overhang, about 1/4-inch from the edge. Most liquids, believe it or not, act much like an adhesive (at least with itself), so if something is spilled on a countertop and it flows over the edge, it can reach the bottom of the overhand and begin to travel along the underside of the overhang until it reaches the cabinet face, where it will begin running down the cabinet. Think of it as when you try to pour water out of a glass and instead of just pouring out, it actually "grips" the glass and flows down onto your hand. Cutting a groove under the overhang will prevent this because the liquid can't jump the groove or travel up the inside edge of the groove, protecting your expensive cabinetry.

[@davemeise2192]

That's commonly called a drip edge. Very common with roofing and around windows. Great idea for the counter top. I never thought of it but great idea!

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Great tip

[@vickigonya9432]

Pull out toe kick are a great way to store cookie sheets, large flat pans, etc

[@DawnM-g3d]

I have seen a kitchen with them. One was actually a pull out step ladder. Great use of space.

[@sancop]

I love these tips, especially the overhang/bar depth info. Been trying to decide and you helped!! That said, I had similar handles and I’m here to tell you, they may be VERY popular, but I have had to have a come to Jesus talk with myself many many times because of those things!!!! Every time I was in a hurry and scooted through the kitchen for a quick sip of water, I could count on my wired earbuds getting snatched out of my ears and my phone slamming to the ground!!!! When I finally threw the wired out and went wireless, they ripped my belt loops and robe ties!!! I will be choosing a more U-shaped handle with no protruding grabbers in my new kitchen!!!!

[@mjb9176]

This is an excellent point. I go through this in my bathroom with my curling iron cord. I have burned my cheek from the unexpected yank.

[@signespencer6887]

Right- these are a safety issue. Handles and railings should have a return so they don’t catch on things

[@spanieaj]

I renovated my kitchen on my own from design to finish. In my old kitchen, I had soffits around the whole perimeter of the kitchen. The only thing in the soffits where the flood lights. I removed the soffits to gain cabinet space with extra tall wall cabinets. I did install an extra deep cabinet over the refrigerator. That keeps things OFF the top of the refrigerator. The cabinet over the refrigerator is as deep as the floor cabinets. That cabinet hold alls our large pots. I also added a 3" wide pull out spice rack next to the stove. My wife LOVES that!

[@spanieaj]

I installed the wall cabinets first. I installed a 2x4 ledger at the height of the bottom of the wall cabinet. I just rested the cabinet on the 2x4 while screwing in the cabinets. It made the installation so easy plus it made sure the cabinet height was uniform. I also installed backing so I did not need to find the studs.

[@ruthiemay423]

One kitchen feature you never thought of, and evidently no one else does either is a raised dishwasher. I saw one at a Parade of Homes over 20 years ago. Anyone with back issues could benefit from a raised dishwasher with drawer underneath for things you rarely use. I have never had a home of my own but if I ever did, that is my first priority.

[@rockytopchick8657]

Ok thats freakin genius!!!

[@ruthiemay423]

@@rockytopchick8657 🥰🥰🥰

[@desireeknauer4744]

Yes! The new dishwashers are so low! I feel like I'm reaching to the floor!

[@ruthiemay423]

@@desireeknauer4744 I have to unload my dishwasher sitting down. ☹️

[@mcmccoy1184]

Yes. Just like raised front-loading washers, plus dryers in laundry rooms. Manufacturers sell pedestals as base units (and those can be made via DIY, too). Another option is the pedestal-drawer. Usually a little more expensive, but offer additional, closed storage - similar to the drawer under a freestanding oven.

[@VeePerri]

I've watched many videos since I am remodeling my kitchen, your video was without a doubt the most beneficial video I've watched in many years (I've owned several homes), just the simple things that I've overlooked and easy solutions too!!! Going with the open shelves, less cabinets and adjusting my island with every tip of yours. Please keep these videos coming!!!!!

[@mjb9176]

I have the flush countertop edge on all my wall base cabinets in my full gut kitchen remodel. The contractor never discussed options for the various overhang distances. Now, when I want to wipe crumbs into my hand like around the toaster, I can’t get my hand under the edge. I end up using the Dyson on the crumbs. I know it looks sleek but operationally I prefer an inch of overhang. Luckily my granite island has the overhang. We also incorporated the under counter fridge and are very happy to have done so. I like that it keeps guests out of my work triangle while I’m cooking.

[@pattiearehart118]

I’ve done open shelves to display my collection of Jadeite dishes in our condo but we’re in a different home now and I’m opting for glass door cabinets this time. Save my dishes from dust and grease.

[@donbath2589]

You rock, dude. My wife have just bought a major fixer-upper here in Spain and will use much of what you've said in your videos - especially for our new kitchen.

[@ledi2005]

Omg YES on the knee space! I see that in bars also.

[@vberry2415]

Great ideas!!! I love putting a wine cooler in place of Shiney cabinet

[@christinekane6059]

I didn't realise there was SO much of the 'small stuff' to consider when remodelling a kitchen area 😮! Kudos to you for all your brilliant ideas and advice ❤. Much appreciated

[@cocokai9661]

So you want to avoid the look of clutter by putting things on the top of your refrigerator, but then you're all for open shelving? That makes zero sense. Open shelving stores far less than cabinets do. Usually people just put some pretty (decorative) bowls and plates. These open shelves usually aren't even deep enough to hold a full sized plate. So they're really all about looks, not function. On top of which you now have to dust and clean the shelves as well as all that's stored on top of them. And in the kitchen it's not just dust you'll be dealing with, it's grease, steam. It means you can't just wipe down the objects, you must actually wash each item to keep them clean. Yes, cabinets are more expensive and harder to install, but they're worth the effort and money. As the old saying goes, you get what you pay for. Years ago I had open shelving...never again. This is a fad, and no doubt will disappear once people experience the added work involved with open shelves.

[@TailHappyTV]

You bring up so very good points here

[@Soandsoguy]

But are the issues resolved with correctly sized shelves and proper hood sizing and venting?

[@victorialove9104]

@@Soandsoguy no

[@kevincrosby1760]

@@Soandsoguy Even in a professionally-designed commercial kitchen with tens of thousands of $$$ invested in the hoods and ventilation, anything on an open shelf will quickly have a coating of grease.

[@networth00]

Nobody puts CLUTTER on open shelving.

[@JessacaRedd]

Husband is a carpenter, he always builds the cabinet above the refrigerator big and deep for ample storage, also a pull out trash can with a spot to hold extra / new trash bags . We opted for only drawers below,so much more efficient storage. Not a fan of the shelves , open shelves, we opted for cabinets., then again extremely lucky hubby built cabinets.

[@threearrows2248]

Everyone hates on open shelving, but I've had them for well over a decade and I still love my kitchen. I wipe everything down once a year or so. It's not that big of a deal.

[@allisonangier1631]

I’m with you. Mine don’t get as dirty as people describe. They just don’t. But I can visualize the desert resident who deals with so much dust that it’s impractical.

[@HisDearMissK]

Flush countertops make it very difficult to catch the crumbs in one hand as you're wiping with the other hand. The overhang let's you place your hand in such a way as to be able to wipe all the little bits & pieces of stuff and then easily catch it all to throw it away. Know what I mean?

[@evelynsaungikar3553]

I wipe mine into the dishwasher, just open the door, wipe all the bits to there and off!

[@lolabear6788]

Yep

[@susandunne9712]

The overhang is also to ensure that any spills go on the floor and not into your drawers or cabinets.

[@rutontuton]

This is not only helpful for remodels but also designing a new kitchen. Thanks!

[@l.h.2543]

Great advice about flush countertop. I am clumsy! This would have been an issue!

[@drewlong77]

If you ever edit this, make sure and let people know that there are hidden island over hang brackets that give you support and are unseen. They are just long 3 to 6 inch wide steel strips that span back underneath the top and are set ontop of the cabinets with grooves so the top still sits flush giving a cantilevered support that goes virtually unseen. Search hidden support brackets.

[@gaylemae]

We did that on our quartz island. Can get either black or white powder coated steel

[@heidikamrath1951]

Nice!!

[@יעלסימקיס]

Years ago, my interior designer taught me that not only does your countertop need an overhang, the installers have to put in a groove under it, so that any dripping liquid goes underneath and then, to the floor, without ever touching the cabinets. Love your backsplash. Am not a fan of open shelving. It always needs to be kept neat and dust-free. Sorry, but prefer upper cabinets. Hate clutter!

[@ingridpear1882]

I've always preferred the overhang aesthetically, however I was considering the effect of both - con:waterfall countertops have no barrier to prevent liquid from pouring over the side, streaming along the groove where counter meets floor and being potentially hard to clean in said groove;pro:if it's a wipeable material all around, when it slides that's all you have to do...wipe it. Overhang:con: when liquid pours off the side,and it hits the floor ,it splatters then hitting the cabinetry which may be more water sensitive/harder to wipe,or prone to staining (l don't know if anyone's put granite/quartz on the side , beneath an overhang,that might be harder to lock into each other), also , you aren't able to catch the spill as it slides down (if it slides slowly) and wipe before reaching the floor.pro: there's much less quantity of splatter spill on cabinet, and doesn't slide into that groove - just wipe the floor. Just curious... would you still think the latter preferable?

[@ambilaevus7607]

I did open shelving in half my kitchen back in 2008. It's a big house keeping pain. Hanging upper cabinets isn't as hard as he implied. Tricks is to set the upper on a box that's the height you want.

[@mio.giardino]

Yes. It’s called a ‘drip edge’ and my uncle who fits & installs Corian countertops always added it at no charge for his customers.

[@wudgee]

I never thought about the worktop overhang, really good advice.

[@Redlynn18]

Kitchen Designer here! I always do a 24" depth over fridge for things like the crockpot. I personally have open shelves and I love it! I have no upper cabinets for my dishes and it's fine. I have just enough dishes for a weeks use so they don't get dirty. It made me get rid of the dishes I don't use and keep my dishes clean and put up.

[@tammiepulley7167]

I also love open cabinets. I don’t use a lot of grease in cooking so that helps. Also agree with you about keeping dishes to a minimum.

[@networth00]

Same here.

[@networth00]

@@tammiepulley7167 I have a set of 8 for everything. When you wash, you put the clean stuff on top then use them the next day. I have never had dust on my dishes. No grease either. What in the world are these people talking about?

[@josephstuder1346]

Fantastic ideas!! Especially love the full wall tile look!! Makes me want to remodel my kitchen. One other idea... I love when there is a full 4' of space between counter and island (if you have the room for that). It's so much easier when you have two people always working in the kitchen, not having to squeeze by each other all the time.

[@flopsymopsy7088]

A whole wall of small tiles and grout to clean. Nevermind😮

[@Gomba13]

Yes, room between two counters (in a galley kitchen) or a counter and an island is important when there is more than one person cooking. But anything over 3'6" between appliances facing each other makes you walk around a whole lot. A 3'6" space is usually enough for two people. I am designing a container home (in a single 53' container), it's only 7'6" wide. One of the things I am doing is installing the washer-dryer in the bedroom: it's where the hamper is, and it's also where clothes are folded (on the bed). In a one bedroom apartment where a coup,e lives, there is no noise issue, as usually both people are up at around the same time.

[@Gomba13]

@@flopsymopsy7088 He said he loves the look, not that he would actually go for it. I also love the full wall tile look, but I choose backpainted glass panels instead, because I like to get my cleaning done lightning fast. People don't always choose what looks best to them.

[@ksoriano9766]

Great ideas! We just recently did a small kitchen remodeling knocking down an ugly wall and I built a small island, I installed usb/electrical outlets and a sliding trash can rack and they are game changing! We didn’t get a deeper cabinet over the fridge and I regret it, since is pretty much useless but the rest looks great!

[@cyndra680]

The bit about the island counter overhang is very helpful. Thanks!

[@rebeccawhite9379]

THANK YOU FOR SAVING ME TIME BY TAGGING THE TIMES!! You’re the best!

[@orenwolfe6506]

I strongly second the comment from Ruthie May down below: Elevating the dishwasher is one of the best ideas incorporated into our kitchen remodel. Not only is it easier to reach into the DW, we gained a small amount of storage under the DW and the elevated countertop beside the DW added another drawer.

[@Thommadura]

I did something that I wonder why I have never seen it before. I had a large Blank Wall in the Dinette area of the Kitchen so what I did was add a 6 inch Wall out in front of it that I put in what is essentially a 6" deep Double wide Closet with Shelves covered by Sliding Plywood Doors (Does not go all the way to the floor or too tall for my 5' wife either.) That is Just enough to use as a Pantry, and the best thing is that it is only two cans deep so nothing gets lost behind a bunch of other things. IT will handle Boxes of Pasta, Cake mixes, and even Boxed soup mix. Of course I had the 6 inches of space - not everyone does, but it sure does keep the food where I can easily get to it. I suppose you could make it deeper for cereal Boxes if you likes but again, if you have the space.

[@sajidaraja9058]

Billy book cases from IKEA are great for a DIY pantry.

[@MAGAMAN]

The reason you have never seen it before is because it's a really dumb idea.

[@susandunne9712]

No it's not. I have Don this and now I can actually see and easily access what cans I have and now have much more storage I the kitchen cabinets. Looks good too!

[@lucycliburn2344]

12” deep cabinets on a wall are also an effective pantry. We did ours floor-to-ceiling, and it is difficult (but not impossible) to lose stuff “in the back“.

[@JudiChristopher]

OH MY GOSH... You're "Before & After" pictures are amazing!! Beautiful job.. Thank you for sharing this great video.

[@donnagarside8520]

Also, put a couple of lazy Susan's in the cabinet over the fridge so you can reach all the items 😀

[@joeylewis5553]

One of the best kitchen remodel videos i’ve seen yet!

[@heatherneilson5501]

Great ideas. We have a 15 inch overhang on our quartz. The installer put hidden metal strips in the bottom of the quartz. My kids have really long legs, so that is why we chose to do that.

[@WillieStubbs]

Countertop overhang is kind of necessary to have actual "counters". That lip was useful for counting pennies or other items that you rake into your hand below the lip, hence the name counter. With flush mount all you have is a topper, can't count nothing.

[@jeffhencher2873]

I love the Paul McCobb table and chairs!

[@faucetmeaning6107]

It’s incredible to see you consistently pushing the bar!

[@traciemcbeth6866]

When installing upper cabinets by yourself, install a level 2x4 ledger board at the proper height above the countertop. Set the upper cabinet on top of the 2x4 and attach the cabinet to the wall, it’s like having an assistant. When installing new lower cabinets, consider DRAWER bases. What’s the first thing most of us install in lower cabin? PULL OUTS! It’s putting drawers inside your cabinet.

[@heswatchnu]

Make a tutorial showing how to install upper cabinets...I am not envisioning it with a 2x4 .

[@stevebabiak6997]

@@heswatchnu - there is a concept known as a “cleat”; if you use thinner wood as a cleat, it can remain in place to help attach the uppers.

[@sleazybtd]

@@heswatchnu She's saying to install a 2x4 along the wall, then when installing the top cabinets, you can "sit" the cabinet onto the 2x4 to hold it up while you screw the cabinets into position. Doing it this way removes the need to have two people hold it at the correct height while the third person screws into position and by having it sit on the 2x4 instead of holding it by hand, you eliminate the problem of the cabinet sliding a fraction of an inch down while fastening.

[@esfirkoles]

@@sleazybtd do you unscrew them afterwards? Wouldn’t it leave holes?

[@sleazybtd]

@@esfirkoles Like Steve Babiak above mentioned, it should be installed like a "french cleat". When done that way, it stays in place permanently behind the cabinets, out of sight, so no need to remove. Instead of a 2x4, it should be a thinner 1x4 to take up less space. If you don't know what a "french cleat" is, do a google image search and it should become very clear (ignore the ones made of metal, look at the wood ones that you can cut yourself).

[@dbrad1520]

I don’t use the dishwasher, got rid of it. And a wine cooler fits perfectly in there. Now we are using that wine fridge, but for snacks and drinks

[@nonegiven3814]

1998 We did floating glass shelves with fancy brackets,, backsplash was imported silver 'blotchy' (no pattern, just shimmer) wallpaper,, our house won 2nd place in some design contest we didn't know we entered (we had high traffic in our house during the build,, modern gothic castle)

[@cynthiaarmstrong7972]

Really good, practical considerations!

[@TailHappyTV]

Thank you!

[@Aaron_Kirk]

I applaude you fir doing all this yourself. Congrats. My suggestion to all DIYers....at least talk to a professional kitchen designer. Even if you do not buy their kitchen, the time you spend just looking and listening in a kitchen show room will pay off in the long run. There is a science to great kitchen design.

[@svetlanasgardenhomeofredwa4342]

We just installed our kitchen. Upper cabinets were the easiest bit by far :)

[@networth00]

Easier than the lowers that just sit on the floor?

[@franceshawe9572]

@@networth00 as long as you have level floors and true walls.

[@kaynah11]

Thanks for the tips about the overhang of the island seating and counter tops!

[@pooh-bunny9249]

Wow - one of the best videos and you discussed topics I haven't seen elsewhere - thanks much for sharing!

[@PINEAPPLEKELLY3]

That’s why I drilled mine before tile went up. And then I cut the tile around. It was a last second decision but I’m glad I did it. My brackets are straight into the beam. And yes you can cut or shave glass tile. It was actually my first “ glass tile “ lol. I did it really good 👍

[@joannlarson6386]

Really like the mini fridge idea.

[@kimkerr917]

Lots of good little hints I didn’t think about. We’re too messy for open shelves but they look pretty!

[@Dogsnark]

No upper cabinets is fine if all you care about is the kitchen as display area. But for most of us, the kitchen is a work area for food preparation and service. Upper cabinets are, for the most part, much easier to use than base cabinets, and provide much needed storage that base cabinets cannot provide by themselves. Standard depth upper cabinets, being more more shallow than base cabinets, keep items more in view and easier to reach. While open shelving has its place, most of us have items that aren’t really great to look at that we’d prefer to to keep behind doors

[@MAGAMAN]

Looks nice on magazine cover, but sucks in a kitchen that is actually used.

[@andymadrid5626]

LOL, your hair won me over instantly. Thanks for the ideas.

[@Schrimpieman]

A user friendly kitchen has more value than a poorly designed one with fancy appliances. Your concepts are worth noting. The idea of a beverage cooler is awesome; I'll keep that one in mind. Open shelving? Perhaps a good fit for a "country-style" log-cabin, but not for me, personally. For the beverage cooler: Remember to run a dedicated electric circuit. Thanks for the ideas. I enjoyed watching. Also, when drilling holes in tile with diamond bits: Have a buddy provide a constant mist of water while drilling. Keeps bit cool, extends its life, and helps flush out the debris. Use any spray bottle; works great !

[@thomass5169]

Many highly sophisticated kitchens incorporate at least some open shelving or wall space, allowing for a more artful finish. I am working on my own kitchen design now and will utilize this concept in part.

[@sydneemikumuren9812]

the fridge one is definitely something that was important for me in remodeling. I hate how common it is for the top fridge cabinet to basically be way too hard to reach for no good reason.

[@allans7281]

I’m redoing my kitchen and I appreciate this “idea” video

[@EternityM]

Holy heck these are some useful tips. Things I wouldn't even think of. Thank you!

[@kenyanana]

I liked them too! Very practical.

[@kristend344]

I have a full depth above fridge cabinet (and the sides extend down to wrap the fridge.) It's great for trays and baking pans on their sides between dividers to keep them upright. Open shelving might be cheap - but it's a haven for greasy kitchen dust.

[@A-Sidhu]

if you can install base cabinets properly, you can easily install upper cabinets. You can use some jacks or stands to hold the upper cabinets up while you adjust and screw them into place. It also helps to place solid continuous blocking/backing in the walls prior to installing any cabinets so you don't have to find individual studs.

[@spanieaj]

I installed the wall cabinets first. I installed a 2x4 ledger at the height of the bottom of the wall cabinet. I just rested the cabinet on the 2x4 while screwing in the cabinets. It made the installation so easy plus it made sure the cabinet height was uniform. I also installed backing so I did not need to find the studs.

[@BlendedCreeper]

YES!!! God DAMN it! Finally!!! I have waited all my life for this. Kenny G becoming a KZbinr!

[@honeybadgerisme]

Seriously, thanks for this! It is well thought out and clearly explained. It was also really nice to have the idea time stamps for rewatchings!

[@creativitybycarilyn6634]

Great ideas and nice job! I wish I could get away with open shelving because it is beautiful. I'm trying to get more cabinets in my next remodel to hide all of my stuff. Shopping the hardware is a very good tip. Also, the depth of cabinet above the fridge is another good tip. I've made that mistake before and that cabinet is very hard to reach and yes stuff ends up on top of the fridge. TFS

[@Creativinity7]

I have open shelves and love it. I use it for the common dishes so that they dont have time to collect dust

[@iammaximus614]

Back splash tiling is a 👌🏽😎

[@MichaelToub]

Thanks for fridge cabinet depth tip!!

[@jimm6386]

If you’re a cookie baker or use sheet pans in the oven, consider installing a narrow cabinet that will accommodate the vertical height of your largest pans. Also, consider installing a vertical cabinet with a pull out peg board. Using stainless steel “S” hooks you can then hang all your pots and pan lids by their lips, saving space in your other cabinets.

[@Gomba13]

There is a much cheaper and easier trick than the narrow cabinet: drawers behind the toe kick (the toe kick is the drawer face). You don't even need handles on them, you only need a small cutout at the top that you can hook a finger into, and it can't be seen when standing or seated. This needs less linear feet of cabinet than the narrow cabinet yet offers much more storage space.

[@momkatmax]

Not only phones need USB charging, but more importantly other items are using USB charging and cables. My new kitchen scale is an example. It saves batteries! I had to have some electrical work done so we got the outlets with USB and it was the best idea!

[@dees3179]

I saved a tonne of money installing tiling myself. It’s really not too hard. And you can always take failures off and redo.

[@ianc1097]

You’ve never seen my attempt at tiling. It’s a skill that some of us just simply don’t have. I can do just about everything except plastering and tiling. 😂

[@jw1731]

Agreed. Even if just tiling subways which is easier than larger tiles and the smaller mosaics, it still really refreshens up the space and makes it lower maintenance.

[@utube0372]

Can you please come to our house and show us how you do it? 😊

[@Person-mh6xq]

DYI is not for everyone! Takes time to learn and implement. Not everyone wants to deal with the frustration. That’s why people who can afford it hire someone :-)

[@lovingyourlifestyle6320]

This is a good video. I like the cabinet over the refrigerator. I have never like open shelf, most of the time it will be become cluttered. I do like most of your ideas.

[@lydiacervantes1454]

This is the most informative post - great job - full of informative details that one must know before starting.

[@lindak8664]

For the small inconvenience of installing upper cabinets, i’d take the additional storage space over the trendy, grease and dust collecting open shelves any day. Your kitchen looks lovely though 😊

[@maryavins6591]

thanks for the video! I have one intake on open shelving though, dishes and mugs tend to collect dust on them.

[@networth00]

Not if used often.

[@jenniferbarlow1782]

Loved all of the advice! Only thing I didn't agree with is the open shelving. (Unless it's a small area) Open shelves can get looking so cluttered and dusty very easily if you're not an ocd type.

[@networth00]

Only if you're nasty. Normal people don't keep shelves cluttered.

[@MAGAMAN]

Oh c'mon a stack of mismatched tupperware looks great on open shelving.

[@Gomba13]

You don't have to be an "OCD type" to want to keep your kitchen neat. Also, this is the kind of remark that stigmatizes people who actually do have OCD. No, it's not a minor inconvenience, people suffer horribly and some people die of it. Don't use the names of illnesses to describe people who don't have them. Caring to live in a clean home is not mental illness.

[@Gomba13]

@@networth00 Normal people? So if someone doesn't fit your norm, they are inferior? You do know normal only means you are part of the majority, not that you are right-right?

[@danicapapali7810]

The drink fridge is blowing my mind!

[@paulromero3783]

Glad I found this channel!! I'm in the process of converting a room into a kitchen and you along with the comments gave me tons of ideas. Looking forward to watching more of your videos!!!

[@Grace-vk3jd]

I really love this. Sandra as Grace

[@pattimcq8062]

Thank you for such excellent tips that Otherwise I would’ve never thought of. We are in process now of having a kitchen renovation ourselves. Thanks again.☺️

[@FreeRange1234]

thanks for the ideas. One of my pet peeves showed up though, a electrical outlet that's not square with the wall, under the island counter top, drives me crazy. LOL

[@RightAsAlways5759]

Love my Kitchenaid beverage center

[@fayb5435]

Thanks this video couldn't have come at a better time. I am currently planning my kitchen remodeling and I can certainly use some of these tips. Love the presentation.

[@lesliehilesgardener6959]

Small space but beautiful easy care efficiency is my way

[@adaarroyo9720]

I love the floating shelves in my kitchen, I have zero wall cabinets and it works for me. Dust and grease? I had it even with the regular wall cabinets I had before. I am fine with the shelves, people will prefer regular wall cabinets. It depends what you like and I respect it.

[@davesradiorepairs6344]

Thanks, all good and useful suggestions and considerations for the kitchen...

[@debbiewilson9712]

Overhang countertops it is. Thanks so much-- great tips!!

[@HB-yq8gy]

Awesome tips I never thought of!

[@alisamarybarnes]

Great! thanks for the tips!

[@richardbriede1984]

Best use of above refrigerator storage is for upright baking pans stacked vertically. My wife is very short and this has proven to be the best use of space as it does not require a step stool for her to reach.

[@lifeisbeautiful7464]

Cool vid Perfect timing that I watched this, going to start renovating my kitchen within the next few weeks

[@fuzzylon]

Nice video with some really good ideas well explained. I'll come back and see what other ideas you have.

[@uplandskies]

I have a small gallwy kitchen. Open shelves and pot racks seem to hold mire than my box cabinets ever did and the night mare of handling heavy objects overhead without being able to see them is over. There is also a lot less wood /laminate to burn in a kitchen fire. Cabinets are flammable.

[@markn.795]

Dude! You are the best.👍👍👍

[@betsyhada2936]

Regarding the island overhang for seating: Before you fall in love with a 15” overhang, find out what your countertop material can accommodate. My 3cm-thick natural stone also requires steel straps for an “invisible” overhang. That supporting steel can only project 1/2 the distance past the depth of the supporting cabinet. Then the stone can only project 1.5 inches past the steel. So, for a 24-inch deep base cabinet, the steel could only project 12 inches (with a full 24” of steel between the cabinet and the stone countertop), then the stone 1.5 inches past that. So my maximum overhang became 13.5 inches, by the rules of support for the stone. If I had insisted on 15 inches of overhang, I’d have needed three big (ugly!) supporting brackets in place of the three 3-inch wide steel straps), which I don’t like the look of. (Not to mention always banging my knees!)

[@1995Benzo]

Getting my kitchen done in a few weeks. Peninsula with granite top and my designer way in no way going to allow more than 12" overhang without support brackets. That's why I hired her.

[@1995Benzo]

*was

[@susana5052]

Really great video. My background is construction so I do know what is good and what isn’t. Loved the counter to ceiling tiles.👍💖

[@PuggyBestLife]

I have a great one I’m tall so I had my benches made 50mm higher and it’s good for my back

[@julianopificius6910]

Saw the Boddingtons (yellow cans) in the beverage fridge at 2:40, thought "the man has good taste!", and immediately subscribed :-)

[@TailHappyTV]

haha! 😂 that's awesome

[@minxella12]

No open shelving, cabinets hides many sins. I agree with the overhang with the counters, plus instead of straight I would want some sort of upturn on the edges, keeping everything on the counter.

[@tammydavis6912]

This was a very good vid, helpful for my first time kitchen reno😊 I plan to replace a section of uppers with open floating shelves. I'll refer to your other tips as well, thank you.

[@leslieschmitt7749]

Great tips! ❤