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

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
Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
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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