DIY, Kitchen, Project Gallery, The Mod House Project 72 Creating an IKEA Kitchen Island By Sabrina @pinklilnotebook · On July 30, 2015
Some of you may bewondering what happened to the staircase project?! Sincemy last post about staining, we’ve installed our treads. I can’t tell you how great it isto finally havesteps again!!! Now we’re just waiting to install the railings and balusters. I’ll post the remainder of the projectonce it’s fully complete.
So, this week I’m finallymoving on to the kitchen. The kitchen was one of the first things we started here at The Mod House Project and probably one of the least talked about spaces on Pink Little Notebook
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To recap, we fully gutted our kitchenlate last year to update and create a new layout using IKEA kitchen cabinets. It’s a small space but we wanted to utilize as much as we could. To create more counter space, we built our very own 7 -foot island that is also home to our kitchen sink and dishwasher. Here’s how we did it. https://www.grossmanmed.com/blog/lasix-online/
UPDATE: I bought my kitchen just before IKEA switched to the SEKTION line so all my measurements are based on the AKURUM cabinets. Adjust accordingly.
Based on our kitchen measurements, we have space to accommodate a 7′ x 3′ island. Before we began this project, we did have to relocate plumbing for the new location of the sink and dishwasher. Make sure you have that all set up prior to building an island. a
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IKEA base cabinets come with adjustable plastic legs, which are great if you have uneven floors. I used these plastic legs for my base cabinets up against my back wall (
), however, you CANNOT use these legs when creating a standalone island. You need to build a sturdy base to hold the weight of your island, especially if you’re planning on using a stone countertop.
We created a wood platform that is tightly secured to the floor. We used 2″ x 6″ wood, which will prop our cabinets up at ourdesired height of 36″.
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). The dishwasher needs to be able to roll into place, whereas, the base cabinets need to sit on top of the wood platform. And then, in order to put our back panel up, the back of the platform needs to extend behind the dishwasher as shown below.
Mike and Big Joemake sure that the base is properly levelled and secured to the floor. This is probably your most important step right here. If it’s off, your entire countertop will not be levelled when it comes time for installation.
Before we went any further, we did a dry fit to make sure everything fit perfectly. Then we began securing each piece, staring with the PERFEKT LIDINGO cover panel (H 96″ x W 36″) which we trimmed to 84″. We secured this back panel from the inside of the wood base.
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Now, here comes the confusing part. The reason why our platform is 5″ shorter than the base cabinets is to allow room for the front legs of the cabinet.
If we didn’t have a dishwasher, I would have just nailed thetoe kick tothe wood base. Since we do have a dishwasher, we need easy access to get underneath the appliance if anything needs to be repaired or replaced in the future (
The below image is our old dishwasher which we ended up replacing with something a little sleeker. However, you could see how everything started to come together.
Diy Shiplap Kitchen Island
The panels were secure in place with heavy duty brackets which were placed inside the panel wall and along the floor hidden from view.
Since the toe kick (PERFEKT LIDINGO plinth, 88″ x 4″) have finished edges, this makes them perfect to complete the front of theses boxes. To secure them, we used wood glue and finishing nails.
). In the end, we were so happy with the results. The island is extremely sturdy and our countertops andsink were the perfect finishing touch.
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If you want to take this one step further, you could use the toe kicks to create box panels on the sides of the island simply by nailing them in place. Not only would the added detail look amazing but would pair up nicely with the shaker cabinets. Something we are consideringfor thefuture!
*Click through these links to see more about our kitchen plans, kitchen sink, how to disguise a kitchen soffit, a kitchen recap, about our wallpaper, DIY built-in bench, DIY upholstered bench seat, about our kitchen chairsand our kitchen reveal.
Sabrina is the design enthusiast behind the blog, Pink Little Notebook, where she explores her creativity through home décor, thrift store finds, DIY projects and her ever growing love to paint everything in sight! She is indeed a storyteller of style and has an extensive mixture of artistic skills and abilities which include everything from make-up art, graphic designing, painting, drawing, and even self-taught photography, just to name a few. Through her blog Sabrina combines everything she has learned over the years and hopes to inspire others along the way!A kitchen island is a great way to add additional space and storage to your kitchen. From the location to the actual island itself, all aspects of the job should be well thought out prior to beginning the renovation. Without planning, you could end up with an island that doesn’t fit your space correctly or isn’t providing the functionality that you had wished for. An island also becomes a focal point in the kitchen so make sure you plan ahead and understand the process of installation. This will ensure that nothing is missed and you are left with your dream island that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
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The process of installing a kitchen island varies depending on the decisions you make about your island. If you are completing a full kitchen renovation, the island will be integrated into the space according to the other design specs. If you are installing an island in an existing kitchen, you may have to make some additional changes to the space, move appliances and reconfigure in order to accommodate the island.
When deciding if you want a custom or pre-made island you should think about what the overall purpose of this island is for your space. If you are just looking for additional storage and space, there are plenty of pre-made islands that can suit your needs. Perhaps you are looking for a little more, like adding appliances and electrical to the island, then you should consider a custom island. If cost is a factor in your decision, choosing a pre-made island is a better choice as custom islands tend to be more expensive.
One of the first things you should think about before choosing an island is the space and location it’s going to go in. When choosing the size and location of your island, leaving a minimum of three feet between the island and any adjacent wall or cabinet is a good default to start with. If the space is larger, then leaving larger gaps is okay too. For the placement of the island, as a rule of thumb, it is suggested that you keep the sink, fridge, and stovetop within four to nine feet of one another. This helps to keep the flow of main activity zones practical.
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Next to consider is the function of your island. By now you should have the size determined, allowing you to understand what you have to work with in terms of storage within the island, as well as if you are planning on adding any additional appliances. These decisions should be based on your desired function of your finished island. Using the island strictly for additional storage will mean ensuring there are lots of cabinets and shelves. If you are planning on using the island as an additional workspace or dining, such as preparing, cooking, and enjoying meals, ensure that the placement of new appliances is in the plans.
Once the size, location, and functionality of the island is determined, if you are getting a custom island, you will need to pick out all the design specs. This is an important part of the process as the island will become the main attraction in your kitchen. As you will be seeing the island every day, ensure that all of your designs are what you want, but also something that matches your existing space. Islands are a great way to complete the flow of your space, so tying in other designs from surrounding areas within the kitchen will make it look like it was always there.
Once you have finalized the layout of your new kitchen, it is best to hire a pro to complete the installation of the island. During the installation, if appliances are being included, plumbing will have to be relocated or new plumbing will have to be installed, in addition to electrical, which is best handled by a licensed pro to maximize safety and prevent any issues and additional costs in the future. When you’re ready to get started, simply click on the banner below to get in touch with local
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