Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Cabinetry, Equipment, Surfaces 2nd Edition by Ellen Cheever, ISBN-13: 978-1118775288

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Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials: Cabinetry, Equipment, Surfaces 2nd Edition by Ellen Cheever, ISBN-13: 978-1118775288

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• Publisher: ‎ Wiley; 2nd edition (November 10, 2014)
• Language: ‎ English
• 368 pages
• ISBN-10: ‎ 1118775287
• ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1118775288

Objective guidance on kitchen and bath fitting choice to suit any client and any space.

Kitchen and Bath Products and Materials describes the typical materials, equipment, and surfaces used in all facets of residential kitchen and bath design. Part of the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s Professional Resource Library, this comprehensive reference is fully updated and expanded to include new technologies, materials, and finishes, with considerations of sustainability throughout. Full color illustrations and a revised design help visual learners better absorb the information, and the companion website provides an image bank and instructor’s guide for classroom use. Each chapter includes a summary and review questions, allowing readers to test their grasp of the material at every step.

Kitchen and bath design is the most popular and lucrative area within residential interior design. As such, the enormous amount of options available for surfaces, fixtures, and materials is far too vast to be navigated by taste and aesthetics alone. Kitchen and Bath Products and Materials provides the background designers need to choose what’s best for the client and the space, based on a number of objective factors and technical details. This complete handbook allows readers to:

• Explore material options for storage systems, fixtures, fittings, and surfaces
• Become familiar with sizing systems, efficiency ratings, and certifications
• Consider factors like manufacturing processes, engineering, and configuration
• Learn the terms and nomenclature used to describe materials, fixtures, and appliances

Design is about more than just aesthetics – whether the project is a remodel or new construction, there are codes, standards, and functional requirements that must be met. Kitchen and Bath Products and Materials is a practical reference, providing the information designers need to make informed decisions.

Table of Contents:

Kitchen & Bath Products and Materials

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About the National Kitchen & Bath Association

CONTENTS

PREFACE

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

CHAPTER 1 Cabinetry

Cabinet Types

Stock

Semi-Custom

Custom

Millwork Cabinetry

Responsible Resource Management in the Cabinet Industry

From Forest to Cabinets: Protecting the Environment while Creating Beautiful Kitchens and Bathrooms

Certified Wood

KCMA Environmental Stewardship Program

KCMA Certification Program

Industry Acceptance of the KCMA Environmental Stewardship Program

Cabinet Sizing Systems: Imperial and Metric

Mathematical Conversions

Cabinet Manufacturing Systems

Cabinet Joinery Methods

Cabinet Interior Storage Systems

Drawer/Rollout Configurations

Planning Considerations

Special-Purpose Component Storage Systems

Cabinet Mechanical/Functional Hardware

Cabinet Door Hinging: Frame Cabinetry

Cabinet Door Hinging: Frameless Cabinetry

Cabinet Door Hinging: Special Purpose

Interior Shelf Adjustability

Drawer Guide (Slide) Systems

Cabinet Sizes

Kitchen Cabinetry Units

Bathroom Cabinetry Units

Fitted Furniture Cabinetry for Other Rooms of the Home

Cabinet Core Materials

Composite Core Platforms

Particleboard

Medium-Density Fiberboard

Fire-Rated Composite Core Material

Plywood

Engineered Combination Boards

Bio-based Architectural Panels

Cabinet Interior and Exterior Finish Materials/Systems

Melamine, Foil, Vinyl Surfaces

Laminate Surfaces

Natural Wood

Typical Door Styles

Flat Doors: Veneer and Laminates

Flat Doors with a Wood Frame

Flat Doors with a Continuous Pull/C-Channel/J-Channel Integral Pull

Miter-Framed Doors with Raised/Flat Panels

Mortise-and-Tenon Doors with Raised/Flat Panels

Specialty Doors

Cabinet Millwork Design Details

Generic Cabinet Nomenclature

Summary

Review Questions

CHAPTER 2 Appliance Types and Planning Considerations

Selecting More Efficient Appliances

EnergyGuide and Energy Star Labels

EnergyGuide Label

Energy Star Label

Adopting Better Everyday Usage Habits

Selecting Appliances

Kitchen Food Preservation Center

Selection Criteria

Method of Cooling

Configurations of Refrigerator and Freezer Appliances

Special Features Available

Temperature‐Controlled Compartments within the Refrigeration Appliance

Controlling/Removing Ethylene Gases in the Refrigeration System

Point‐of‐Use Refrigeration

Planning Tips from Kitchen Pros

Kitchen Waste Management

Food Waste Disposer

Trash Compactor

Dishwasher

Cooking Center

Methods of Heat Transference

Heat Sources

Types of Ovens

Oven Cleaning Systems

Primary Cooking Center

Ventilation

Summary

Review Questions

CHAPTER 3 Fixture Materials

Protecting Materials from Bacteria

Fixture Construction

Cast Iron

Composite

Enameled Steel

Fire Clay

Plastics

Solid Surfacing

Stainless Steel

Vitreous China

Wood–Natural

Specialty Materials

Summary

Review Questions

CHAPTER 4 Fixture Design and Planning Considerations

Kitchen Sink And Bathroom Lavatory Fixtures

Kitchen Sink Configuration Choices

Kitchen Sink Accessories

Planning Tips from Kitchen Pros

Bathroom Lavatory Configuration Choices

Planning Tips from Bathroom Pros

Toilet Fixtures

Selecting the Right Name

Water Conservation Considerations

Toilet Construction

Toilet Styles and Types

Toilet Rough‐in Dimensions

Flushing Methods and Devices

Flushing Action of Bowls

Toilet Planning Tips from Bathroom Pros

Bidet Fixtures

Separate Fixture, Rim‐Filled with Vertical Spray

Separate Fixture, Over‐Rim with Horizontal Spray

Alternatives to a Bidet Fixture

Bidet Planning Tips from Bathroom Pros

Residential Urinal Fixtures

Bathtub Fixtures

Types of Bathtub Fixtures

Types of Bathtub Experiences

Bathtub Planning Tips from Bathroom Pros

Water Therapies

Shower Stall Fixtures

Types of Custom Pans

To Curb or Not to Curb?

Providing a Safe Showering Environment

Shower Accessory Systems

The Shower Enclosure: Innovations in Glass

Planning Tips from Bathroom Pros

Bathtub/Shower Combination Unit Fixtures

Selection Criteria

Summary

Review Questions

CHAPTER 5 Fitting Materials, Engineering, and Configuration

Construction Materials

Brass

Copper

Plastics

Stainless Steel

Zinc

Planning Considerations When Combining Finishes

Fitting Finishing Options

Kitchen and Bathroom Faucet Fitting Engineering

Fitting Activation Systems

Faucet Engineering

Water Control Considerations

Kitchen Faucet Configurations

Bathroom Faucet Configurations

Kitchen and Bathroom Sink Attachments

Helpful Hints from the Pros

Summary

Review Questions

CHAPTER 6 Bathtub and Shower Fitting Design and Engineering

Bathtub Fittings

Bathtub Valve and Spout Configurations

Mounting the Fitting

Hand‐held Shower

Wastewater Drain and Overflow Protector

Bathtub/Shower Combination Fittings

Diverter

Access to the Pipes

Shower Fittings

Safety in the Shower

Scald Protection Devices

Basic Shower Components

Designing a Multiple‐Head Shower Enclosure

Steam Showers And Saunas

Steam Showers

Saunas

Summary

Review Questions

CHAPTER 7 Surfacing Materials

Sustainable Choices

Solid Wood Counter Surfaces

Unfinished Wood

Prefinished Wood

Wood Sealed with Polyurethane

Cast Polymers: Counter Surfaces And Wet Wall Surfaces

Gel Coat Application

Molding Process

Ceramic Tile: All Surfaces

Types of Tile

Ceramic Tile Planning Tips from the Pros

Grouts

Method of Installation

Floor Tips from the Pros

Bathroom Wall Tips from the Pros

Concrete

Cork Flooring

Glass Surfaces

Glass Block

Glass Surfaces for Countertops or Backsplashes

Hardwood Flooring

Natural Wood Floors

Floor Styles

Finishing

Prefinished Wood Floors

Unfinished Wood Floors

Laminates

Laminate Flooring

Composite Panels

High‐Pressure Decorative Laminates

Paint

Paint Coverage

Paint Gloss Choices

Paint Classification

Faux Finishes

Quartz Composite

Solid Surfacing

Metal Countertops

Stainless Steel

Specialty Metals

Stone

Flagstone

Granite

Limestone

Marble

Slate

Soapstone

Terrazzo

Travertine

Stone Installation Guidelines

Vinyl Resilient Flooring

Vinyl Sheet

Vinyl Tile

Wallpaper

Manufacturing Methods

Determining Quantities

Job Site Considerations

Summary

Review Questions

Appendix A: Generic Cabinet Nomenclature

Framed Cabinets—Imperial Measurements

Base Cabinet Nomenclature

Wall Cabinet Nomenclature

Tall Cabinet Nomenclature

Filler Nomenclature

Specialty Base Cabinet Nomenclature

Specialty Wall Cabinet Nomenclature

Valance Boards

Generic Bathroom Nomenclature

Vanity Base Cabinet Nomenclature

Vanity Tall Cabinet Nomenclature

Miscellaneous Vanity Cabinet Nomenclature

Filler Nomenclature

Frameless Cabinet Nomenclature—Metric

Additional Frameless Cabinets

Appendix B: Appliance Checklist

GLOSSARY

RESOURCES

INDEX

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