Steps
STEP 1
Use a prybar and mallet to remove crown molding from underneath the countertop and the floor around the island. Clean up any debris created from removal.
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STEP 2
Cut the wood to size according to kitchen island measurements.
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STEP 3
Nail the wood pieces into place along the bottom perimeter of the kitchen island, then nail the wood pieces along the underside of the island.
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STEP 4
Measure the distance between the floorboard and countertop board. Cut (4) 1x2’s to size. Nail 1x2’s in between the floorboard and the counter board.
STEP 5
Use wood filler to fill in the holes made by the nailer and allow the putty to dry.
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STEP 6
Use a sander to smooth out the filler and wood once the filler is dry.
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STEP 7
Apply caulk around both the bottom perimeter of the island and the underside of the countertop where the wood and countertop meet.
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STEP 8
Paint the island the desired color in between the wood pieces.
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