Removed the 50’s kitchen ( hats off to the woman who raised their families out of this kitchen), removing asbestos and starting with a blank canvas. Due to the size of the kitchen 2.14 x 2.5 layout was priority so we could fit everything in especially the fridge (which is flush with the cupboards). Lots of measuring, finally calling for a Bunnings measure and quote to get started and to keep the cost down. We had to do as much for ourselves as possible and within skill level.
The asbestos removal man (authorised) was a semi retired builder who was sympathetic with our requirements and had the time and connections to help us. So with his guidance/ assistance we got the job started. It took 3 months due to time availability and reordering of a bench top. The cost of the Reno was way more than anticipated but it’s done now and works well while looking good. So thanks Monica and Adam from Bunnings Tamworth job well done.
Materials
from Bunnings
kitchen - Paprika and Candy Foss (most are standardised cupboards and some custom due to size of room)
Esatto 450 dishwasher
Esatto oven and induction cooktop
Rangehood
Undercupboard lights
handles on cupboards
plasterboards
header board
Spray paint
from elsewhere
matching cornice from plasterworks
tiles from Tamworth Tilehouse
fridge from Harvey Norman
light from junk shop $5
Tools
everything we had in the shed, multi tool, hammer, drop saw, drill got the most workout
Steps
Step 1
Getting measures and quotes to budget and for decision making and skill level required
Bunnings Kaboddle quote and layout
Asbestos removal
plumbing and electrics
Remove side walls and replace with new support beam
reline walls
assemble and install cupboards and benchtops
put in oven,cooktop, rangehood,dishwasher
put in bulkheads with new cornice
final-finish for plumbing and electrics
tile
paint
Step 2
Step 3
Pantries
