Kitchen Installation

Read through step-by-step tutorials to help you prepare for any installation pertaining to your kitchen.

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How to Install a Kitchen Sink

Interested in adding a new kitchen sink? We’ve created a 10-step guide on how to install a new kitchen sink like a pro. Read on to learn more.
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Everything You Need to Know to Install a Garbage Disposal

Garbage disposals are a tool to help prevent pesky kitchen odors, as well as stop food from going down the pipes. We discuss how to install a garbage disposal.
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How To Install a Fireback Behind a Kitchen Stove

Learn how to install a fireback behind your kitchen stove and create a stunning focal point for your cooking space in this guide.
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Everything You Need to Know to To Install a Quartz Countertop

Ask This Old House host Kevin O’Connor explains how quartz countertops are manufactured and then helps install one in a homeowner’s kitchen.
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How To Install Bypass Sliding Pantry Doors

Learn how to install bypass sliding pantry doors with expert tips from This Old House’s Nathan Gilbert. Find out more here.
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A Complete Guide To Hanging Crown Molding on Kitchen Cabinets

This old house general contractor, Tom Silva, installs crown molding on kitchen cabinets step by step with full overlay doors.
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Installing Flooring or Cabinets: Which Comes First?

Should you install a kitchen floor before the cabinets?
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Running Electricity to Your Kitchen Island

Running electricity to your island shouldn’t be too difficult, especially if you’re taking out the existing cabinets.
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How To Build a DIY Breakfast Bar

Add more counter space to your kitchen with a breakfast bar. We share our approaches and top tips to help you make a DIY breakfast bar.
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How to Replace an Old Kitchen Sink With a New One

Give your kitchen a quick update by replacing an old kitchen sink with a new one using our easy to follow guide.
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How To Install Kitchen Track Lighting

This Old House’s Scott Caron walks you through choosing, shopping, and installing your new track lighting system.
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Cook Up a Great Outdoor Kitchen

Been hankering for an open-air cooking area? Here, our guide to the ingredients it takes to make a five-star space
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How to Install Under Cabinet Lighting

Follow these instructions to install under-cabinet lighting in your kitchen, including adding a dimmer switch.
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How To Install a Soapstone Countertop

Soapstone is a soft, dark stone that makes a gorgeous kitchen countertop. Learn how to cut and install one yourself.
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How to Hang Kitchen Cabinets

The right way to put up cabinets with tight joints, flush frames, and perfectly aligned doors
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Installing Decorative Tiles: A Step-By-Step Guide

Beautify your home by DIY-installing decorative tiles—and avoid filling their nooks and crannies with grout.
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How to Replace a Dishwasher and Install a New One

Homeowners who are struggling with faulty dishwashers should consider replacing their appliances. Read how to do this yourself in our step-by-step guide.
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Outdoor Kitchens

Why run back and forth to the house when you can move everything you need outside?