First of all, thanks to all that have taken a moment to review my cabinet
project and thanks for all the great compliments. I know from your questions
that I need to post an overview article of the project from start to finish.
I will try and do that over the next week or so with links to more detailed
description of some of the steps and pitfalls for those that want more
detail.

But to answer a few of the questions off the bat:

The countertops are solid granite tile in a 12" by 12" format with a minimal
grout line. Spectracrete Modified epoxy grout (black) was used. The
underlayment is 3/4" outdoor grade plywood with 1/4" hardy backer board. The
edging was formed from 8/4 quartersawn white oak to match all the other
hardwood used in the project. It was attached with 2 3/4 inch screws into
3/8" holes plugged with ebony.

The entire kitchen design was done by me with old fashioned pencil and paper
on a drafting table. Much of the detail was worked out with each stage of
the construction as I usually employ in my work. This allows for flexibility
and I believe, more accuracy than trying to be bound by a ridged set of
plans and component production.

More later!

Dennis Slabaugh
Hobbyist Woodworker
www.woodworkinghobby.com



"loutent" wrote in message
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Hi Dennis,

Really a nice job! What material is the
countertops? They look like granite, but
I noticed that it is wrapped with wood
trim.

We re-did our 20 yr old kitchen last
year. It was a mess for a long while, so
I know what you went through. It feels
great to finish.

Lou

In article , Dennis Slabaugh,
Hobbyist Woodworker wrote:

Greetings,

I know it has been almost 9 months since I updated my webpage with my
kitchen project. But, I am thrilled to say that it has been completed and
the final pictures have been posted.

I have appreciated this group's feedback the past two years. I would be
pleased to hear your comments and take your questions. I learned a lot
during this long process, but the results are way beyond my expectations.

Dennis Slabaugh
Hobbyist woodworker
www.woodworkinghobby.com