Granite Countertops and Travertine Tile Installed

Granite Counter tops and Travertine Tile Installed!

I found a granite quarry in New Hampshire that normally does commercial or builder installations. Because it was slow, I could go direct and save almost $5,000 over what Home Depot and Lowe's quoted!

After the granite tops were installed, I could install 2" x 2" travertine tiles. I had to cut out for all the outlets and switches. The electrician did not install the electrical boxes at the correct position for the tile, so each electrical box had to be extended.

And finally grouting all the tile. Grout is premixed and colored cement and sand which has to be "floated" into all the gaps in the tile. Then, it has to be sponged down to remove the extra grout for a professional finished look!

• Appliance are going to be delivered April 10th!

Cabinets Installed! Ready for Granite Tops!

It took a week, but I got all the cabinets installed. The trick is getting each one perfectly level and plumb. And cutting the miters properly for the crown moldings. Because I have granite counter tops, I have to put in extra supports and bracing to support the granite.  

* Remember, you can scroll down or look at the older listings to see my progress...tearing out the old kitchen, putting new oak floors and walls, etc.

22 cabinets, each has to be assembled!

This is the start of putting in the cabinetry. I got bids from Home Depot and Lowes for the same style cabinetry. $12,000 and $13,000 respectively from both companies. I found a company in Providence that had the same style and all plywood construction, solid wood drawers, etc., for $6,000 for the same layout as Home Depot and Lowes. The difference is that these cabinets have to be assembled! Each one!