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u2190 Kitchen2 Vol.42: Dishwasher Install Vol.20 u00b7 Series Index u00b7 Kitchen2 Vol.44: Accessories Install u2192
2026 Update from DIY Dad: Dishwasher Done + Sink Light = Kitchen Phase 2 Complete
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Modern Kitchen Cabinet Handles
New handles cost u00a53,000u20138,000 and make a kitchen feel 10 years newer instantly.
The final touches on the dishwasher installation, then the sink light u2014 and Kitchen Phase 2 is done. A single light fixture makes a big difference in kitchen usability.
Final Dishwasher Checklist
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Kitchen Faucets
A faucet upgrade is the single highest-impact kitchen DIY per yen spent.
- No leaks at the water supply hose connection
- Drain hose correctly connected with no back-slope
- Power cord not pinched
- Front panel level and aligned with adjacent cabinets
- Door opens and closes smoothly
- Test run operates normally
- No abnormal sounds or odors from inside
Installing the Sink Light (Under-Cabinet Task Lighting)
A sink light illuminates the sink and countertop directly. With only a ceiling light, your own shadow makes the sink dark.
Installation types:
- Under-cabinet mount (most common)
- Wall-mount type
- Plug-in type (no electrical work needed, but wiring is exposed)
DIY Dad installed an LED light directly under the upper cabinet. Daylight white (5000K) makes food colors vivid and easier to cook with.
Note on Electrical Work
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Kitchen Backsplash Tile Kits
A tiled backsplash protects the wall and dramatically upgrades the kitchen appearance.
Running wiring to a directly-wired under-cabinet light requires an electrician’s license. Plug-in types need no license and anyone can install them. DIY Dad is licensed, so he wired it directly u2014 cleaner look, and it impresses prospective tenants during showings.
Kitchen Phase 2 Summary
- Added 2 outlets
- Replaced floor vinyl
- Installed IH cooktop
- Silicone caulking
- Built-in dishwasher installation
- Sink light installation
Total materials cost: approx. 120,000 yen (including the dishwasher). Professional quotes: 350,000u2013500,000 yen. Massive cost savings through DIY. Kitchen Series u2014 complete!
Hi, it’s DIY Dad.
Project KS u2014 contract signing is next.
The original sink light wasn’t working u2014 not sure if the fluorescent bulb was dead, bad contact, or something else. Even if I could fix it, I wanted more light anyway, so replacing it.
Installing a high-output, energy-efficient LED light u2014 Ohm Electric, model LT-N14D-HC, u00a54,842.
First, flip the breaker before removing anything.
Remove the old light: take off the cover, loosen mounting screws with the impact driver, pull out the wiring with a flathead screwdriver. Done.
u2191 Wiring after removing the old light.
Install the LED light: insert wiring into the terminals, position it, fix with screws. Flip the breaker back up. Power on u2014 LED light turns on. Success!
u2191 Sink light.
u2191 Sink light.
u2191 Sink light.
That’s it for today u2014 see you next time!
ud83dudcda Kitchen 2 Renovation Series u2014 43 of 45
u2190 Kitchen2 Vol.42: Dishwasher Install Vol.20 u00b7 Series Index u00b7 Kitchen2 Vol.44: Accessories Install u2192
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How to read, compare, and negotiate contractor quotes. This manual saved me u00a5800,000 on a single renovation project.
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