A built-in KitchenAid microwave fits in cabinets either above the counter or below it. This configuration allows you to install the microwave oven above or to the side of the cooktop. If you choose a lower cabinet installation, the microwave can be under the cooktop or on either side. Wherever you choose, there must be a grounded 3-prong outlet nearby. If one isn't present, hire an electrician to install one before you proceed with the microwave installation.

Oriented strand board (OSB) consists of small criss-crossed flakes, or strands, of wood, pressed tightly together and laminated into a solid panel. Available in large 4-by-8-foot panels, OSB is the standard sheathing used for exterior walls in wood frame construction. Installed after the wall frame is in place, the OSB panels form a boxing perimeter around your home, providing structural integrity between the studs and your home’s siding OSB provides structural boxing over the framing studs.

Removing a medicine cabinet is a fairly straightforward process. There may be complications if it is an older cabinet made from heavier materials, or if integrated lighting and electrical is involved. A screwdriver is the one tool required to remove most medicine cabinets. Things You Will Need + Drop cloth Plywood Screwdrivers Pliers Putty knife Electrical tape Modern cabinets are made from lightweight materials that make removal easy for one person, and electrical concerns don’t create problems as long as appropriate care is taken.

While removing paint is not a complicated process, most standard techniques for paint removal involve flat surfaces. Removing paint from a curved surface presents a greater challenge, especially if the surface is fully rounded, like a metal pipe. Repainting pipes usually requires stripping existing paint off of them. Stripping paint from a metal pipe uses much the same process as that of a painted wall, but with a few variations in materials and techniques.

The ranch house and craftsman’s bungalow have some similarities, including easy access to the yard. The craftsman home has simplistic, earthy features inside and out. Things You Will Need + Gables Covered porch Depending on the designer and the decade in which your ranch-style home was built, its simple architecture might consist of a low roofline, multiple small windows, an open floor plan and centered entranceway, making it a basic, blank canvas ready for change.

Electronic clocks, such as analog and quartz clocks, replaced the mechanical clocks that were invented in A.D. 1300. The large mechanical clocks were used in public places. In the 15th century, inventors replaced the heavy weights and gears of the large clocks with a miniaturized version of a gear and spring mechanism. The change made it possible to manufacture smaller clocks for household use. The terms analog and quartz refer to different functions of the clock.

Cedar and redwood are two similar lumber species that are often used in outdoor projects because of their ability to withstand the weather and the environment. Redwood is not as commonly available as cedar and commands a higher price. Weather Handling Cedar and redwood are popular for use in outdoor projects such as decking and furniture. The oils in these two types of wood make them naturally resistant to insect damage and decay from environmental factors.

General Electrics has been manufacturing appliances worldwide since 1907. As of 2010, GE is still an industry leader in manufacturing thanks to innovative products like the Advantium oven and Harmony washers and dryers. GE has been making appliances for over 100 years. GE continues to manufacture energy saving and efficient appliances like the GE Spacemaker XL1400 microwave oven. Size The GE Spacemaker XL1400 measures 30 inches in length, 16.5 inches in height and 15 inches in depth.

The Maytag Ice Maker produces 50 pounds of ice per day while running, and over time, collects minerals from the water supply connected to the appliance. Collected minerals harden in the machine to create crusty mineral deposits, and must be cleaned to maintain the appliance's performance. The frequency of cleaning the Maytag Ice Maker depends on the number of times it is used, as well as the duration of use.

Home and property owners are faced with a plethora of maintenance issues that range from fairly simple do-it-yourself type jobs to those requiring the expertise of a contractor. Luckily fixing an issue with an outside faucet for a garden hose falls into the DIY category, plus it is a job that can often be finished in an afternoon. To gain access to underlying plumbing, you first need to chisel away the brickwork.