The "Wet Wall" features the necessary cabinets around the sink and dishwasher and the requisite storage for dishes, pots and pans, silverware, and other utensils.

In this episode, Norm shows carcass construction by adding a face frame, attaching it to the cabinet with only glue and biscuits, and applying a decorative bead. Then he makes some doors with solid MDF panels and some with glass panels and explains many ingenious tips to installing the drawer runners. He finishes the wet wall by making and fitting shelves with the use of a special jig.

 

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The pantry is perhaps the hardest working unit in any kitchen. A good plan, a review of how it might be used by the family, and some hard work on the design are essential to creating a good storage space.

Thus Norm begins this project by visiting a recently completed pantry to gather ideas. He takes note that storage can be very specific to a family's preferences. "Adjustability" is a key element. Then it's back to the New Yankee Workshop to build one for the dream kitchen.

Norm devises a clever solution to make sure that this tall cabinet will fit in the new space. He continues building the carcass and face frame using some of the techniques shown on earlier episodes, yet when it comes to the door, the comparison ends. Norm builds a clever series of storage boxes with handsome box joints that hang on the inside of the door. This provides useful storage and takes advantage of otherwise wasted space.

 

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