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Apprentice to Journeyman Installer

Table of Contents
Apprentice to Journeyman Installer

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This page explains the steps to take for building and installing an island. Prior to beginning the installation, ensure you completed all steps of preparing for the installation.

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Skill Requirements
Tools & Hardware
Installation Steps
Related Training Materials
Final Steps & Delivery
Certification
Tips from the Field
Terms & Definitions
BOM Codes


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Skill-Requirements
Skill-Requirements
Types of Installation: Off-the-Floor, Floor-Based, Virtuoso, Wall Bed

Installer Level Required: Apprentice Installer

Products Required: TFL Material, Accessories, Special Order

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Tools-&-Hardware
Tools-&-Hardware
Tools Required

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Tape Measure

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Pencil

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Drill Driver/Impact Drill

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#2 Pozi Screwdriver

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4' Level

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18-Gauge Nail Gun

Hardware Required

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#8 x 1 1/4” Screw

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#8 x 3/4” Screws

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Par Feet

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Shims

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18-Gauge 1 1/4” Nails

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Installation-Steps
Installation-Steps
Installation Steps

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must beworn at all times when handling material and operating the power tools mentioned throughout this process. Review the PPE Matrix for further guidance.

  1. Measure the placement of the island to ensure proper space to move around. Determine the spacing from the elevation.

If the spacing is not indicated, consult with the designer or the customer.

  1. Prep all partitions for the island.

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  1. Place fixed shelves between the partitions as specified by the elevation.

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  1. Place the assembled island component shelf-side down; this will give you more of a sturdy platform to install your backing and make it easier to square the unit.

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  1. Place backing within the assembled component; the backing should be resting on the shelves installed in step 7.2.3.

  2. Ensure the backing is flush in all four corners of the assembled component.

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  1. Attach backing to each section, ensuring the backing is not sitting proud of the partitions.

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  • Make a pencil mark on the backing to indicate where the fixed shelves are for alignment.

  • Attach the backing to the fixed shelves using 18-gauge 1 1/4” nails. Use 2 per shelf.

Be aware of screws can be placed to be hidden.  If screws cannot be hidden, use fast caps.

  1. If the island is a multi-component island, install fixed shelves on the remaining side of the island.

  2. Ensure the placement is accurate according to the elevation, and the island is level.

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  • Level one side of the island, place a level across all partitions on the island, and level using par feet or shims.

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If installing base moulding on the island, always use a miter joint for seams.

  1. Install the countertop.

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  • Check to ensure all overhangs are even or installed according to the elevation.

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Related-Training-Materials
Related-Training-Materials
Related Training Materials

Skeleton Fundamentals
Complete the Installation
System Touch Ups
Cleaning the System & Jobsite
Delivery to the Customer
PPE Matrix

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Final-Steps-&-Delivery
Final-Steps-&-Delivery
Final Steps & Delivery

  1. Inspect the installation and complete any touch ups if necessary.

  2. If there are no more components to install, remove all stickers/labels.

  3. If there are no more components to install, complete the clean up process.

  4. If there are no more components to install, complete the Professional Installation Experience by walking through the space with the customer and deliveringthe final product.

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Certification-Steps
Certification-Steps

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Certification Steps:

  1. Island is in the correct location according to the elevation.

  2. Island is level.

  3. Backing is nailed for attachment to fixed shelves.

  4. All accessories, drawers, additions are installed on the island according to the elevation.

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Tips
Tips
Tips from the Field
Tips submitted by fellow installers and leaders in the field. These optional tips are intended to make this install process simpler.

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Click here to submit your own tip from the field.

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Terms
Terms
Terms & Definitions

BOM

Bill of Materials; Parts List

Elevation

The CAD Design Plan created by the Design Consultant with the client.

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BOM
BOM
BOM Codes
The purpose of this section is to provide guidance when confirming details on the BOM. This list includes all individual parts typically associated with this process.

IBP

Island Back Panel

ICT

Island Countertop

The codes in the table above are directly from the Corporate CAD database and may not reflect all codes included in the Supported Franchise Database or Independent Franchise Databases.

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