hd kitchen planning guide

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DESIGNERS NAME: PHONE:

APPOINTMENT DATE: TIME:

CUSTOMERS NAME

Kitchen Planning Guide


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HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE:

The American Woodmark Kitchen Planning Guidewill help you and your Kitchen Designerat The Home Depot create a room that youll enjoy for years to come. The following foureasy steps will help you get organized before your design appointment:1. Answer a few questions about how you use your kitchen and plans for your

new room.2. Choose from our wide variety of options and accessories.3. Carefully measure your room and appliances, and provide construction details.4. Draw a floor plan of the room.

Its that easy! Bring the completed guide to your appointment with your KitchenDesigner, who will use the information to design a room thats right for you and your family.

Be sure to view the doorsamples on the AmericanWoodmark Selling Centerbefore you make your finaldoor style choice.

Congratulations! Creating a new kitchen isan exciting project!

This is your opportunity to think about what you need and want in your dream

kitchen. And while the journey fromdream to reality can be challenging, youcan count on The Home Depot andAmerican Woodmark to make theprocess a little easier.

To get started, browse through theAmerican Woodmark catalog for ideas.Youll find beautiful photographs anddetailed descriptions of our door stylesand finishes, along with decorative designsuggestions.

Next, visit the American Woodmark SellingCenter, where you can view samples of ourdoor styles and finishes. Dont miss ourpremium standard construction featuressuch as dovetail drawers and full accessdrawer glides, as well as our many upgradeoptions.

With American Woodmark, youll get acustom look that fits any budget, with a variety of construction options and acces-sories at affordable prices. And remember, your kitchen cabinetry is covered by ourLifetime Limited Warranty.

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How old is your current kitchen? __________________ What style is your home? (ranch, colonial, etc.) ______________________

How many people are in your household? ___________ How many people work in the kitchen at one time? __________________Does anyone in your family have special needs?

Left-handed Elderly Special height requirements _____________________________________

Disabled (explain) __________________________ Other ________________________________________________________

Answering the following questions will help your Kitchen Designer create a room that meets your familys needs.

1 THINK ABOUT HOW YOU LIVE

TELL US ABOUT YOUR HOME AND FAMILY

What kind of cooking and entertaining do you do?

Family dinners prepared _____ times per week Quick meals Breakfast only Baking

Holiday gatherings for _____ people, _____ times per year Canning Wine or wet bar

Dinner parties for _____ people, _____ times per year

Other ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Will there be more than one cook at a time? No Yes How many _____

Will there be an eating area? No Yes Table that seats ___________ Snack bar that seats ___________

What activities besides cooking happen in your kitchen? Homework Paying bills Laundry

Other ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

What kind of storage do you need?

Fine china Table linens and napkins Glassware Wine collection

Collectibles _______________________________ Cooking equipment ___________________________________________

What do you like about your current kitchen? _________________________________________________________________________

What would you like to change? _____________________________________________________________________________________

TELL US HOW YOU USE YOUR KITCHEN

What is your total budget? $ _____

What do you expect to spend on cabinetry? $ _____

Will you be adding or removing walls? No Yes (bring your plans to your design appointment)

Can you move electric or plumbing lines? No Yes (bring your plans or diagram)

Is there basement access below the kitchen to utility lines? No Yes

Will you be buying new appliances? No Yes (bring any spec sheets to your appointment)

What kind of countertops would you like to use? Standard countertop thickness is 1 1 2 .Will yours be different? No Yes, thickness ______________

Do you know which wood species you would like? Oak Maple Hickory Cherry WhiteYour Kitchen Designer can help you with cabinet selection. View door samples before you make your final choice.

Do you have an anticipated delivery date for your cabinets? _____________________________________________________________

TELL US ABOUT YOUR PROJECT


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There are many ways to customize your kitchen and create a unique look all your own. Take a few minutes to mark the options andfeatures that interest you on the following pages. Whether your style is traditional, eclectic, or contemporary, you can give yourkitchen a custom look at an unmistakable value with American Woodmark.

CushionClose Self-Closing DrawersEnjoy the whisper-quiet performance of air damper technology with this upgrade. This automatic closing system helps reduceslamming and noise. Includes standard dovetail boxconstruction and full access drawer glides.

GlazingGlazing is a hand-applied technique that brings out thedetails of the corners, grooves, and edges of door anddrawer profiles. The finish varies from door to door.

Plywood Veneer SidesWith this option, exterior cabinet sides are constructed from1 2 thick furniture-grade plywood and hardwood veneerfinished to match cabinet colors. Interior cabinet sides are ourTuffTech natural wood grain.

Increased Depth and Reduced Depth CabinetsWant more storage space? Need to fit cabinets in anarrow space? Increased Depth and Reduced DepthCabinet options are offered in one-inch increments.

2 CHOOSE OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS


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Decorator PanelsMake appliances disappear with decorator panels.

Glass InsertsCreate a focal point in yourkitchen with our wide variety of decorative glass inserts.

There are hundreds of design possibilities in the American Woodmark product line. All molding and carved wood accents are available inevery finish, plus blackmix and match finishes and wood species for a custom look.

Desk Space

Molding TreatmentsAdd a custom look with mold-ing build-ups above and below your cabinets.

Carved Accent PiecesWe have an extensive line of carved wood accents. Finishthem to match your cabinets,or use a contrasting color.

Island

Pull-Out Spice Drawers

Corner Spin Units

Stem Glass Holder

Deep Roll Out Trays

Plate Rack

Wine Rack

Pantry Storage

Appliance Garage

Cutting Board/Knife Tray

Waste Basket Units

Tilt-Out Sink Tray

Open Book Shelves

STORAGE & WORKSPACE IDEAS

DECORATIVE IDEAS

Here are just a few of the many functional storage options and creative workspace ideas you can include in your kitchen design.

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Again, if th is does not pertain to your design, write

Does Not Apply. Please do not leave any step blank.

CeilingCeiling height: _____________________________________

FloorType of construction: _______________________________

Is there a basement under the room that provides access?

Yes No

Soffits / BulkheadsDoes the room have soffits / bulkheads?

Yes No

If yes, please mark dimensions on the diagram to the right.

Do you plan to keep existing soffits / bulkheads?

Yes No

Will the soffits / bulkheads have recessed lighting?

Yes No

A soffit, also called a bulkhead, is the area

between the top of a wall cabinet and the ceiling.

Ceiling

Soffit

Crown Molding

Wall Cabinets

Wall

X

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______ Y

Whether you are buying new appliances or using existing ones, provide the dimensions for each appliance in your kitchen. Wheneverpossible, provide cut sheets for appliances. Cut sheets are installation guides or anything that lists the dimensions of the appliance.Please do not leave any step blank.

NotApplicable Existing New Brand Model

DimensionsW x D x H

Cut SheetsEnclosed?

Refrigerator*

Freezer (stand alone)

Range

Cook Top

Exhaust Hood

Wall Oven

Microwave, wall mount

Microwave, countertop

Sink

Disposal

Dishwasher*

Compactor

Other (explain):

*Would you like to include matching Decorator Panels for these appliances? Yes No

MEASURE APPLIANCES AND FIXTURES

PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

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Draw your room on the grid below. Keep in mind that each large square equals one foot and each small square equals three inches.Be sure to note the locations of doors, windows, electrical outlets, plumbing fixtures, ventilation, and major appliances.

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Before you return this guide to your Kitchen Designer, remember to:

Answer all questions and provide all measurements Accurately measure the room, noting door and window locations Check-off appliances and provide dimensions

Double-check all measurements in your floor plan drawing Include photos of the existing room Make copies of everything for your records

4 DRAW A FLOOR PLAN OF THE ROOM

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