WeWillFixIt - Get on the Island podcast short

Welcome to the We Will Fix It podcast short, where Colin Thomas and I, James Piecowye, talk about all things home maintenance.

In today's episode, we're discussing the joys and pains of having a kitchen island, and what you need to consider before installing one.

Colin shares that a kitchen island can be a magic addition to your home - it's not just a place for food prep, but also a gathering spot for family and friends. However, installing an island can be a huge challenge, especially if you're retrofitting one into an existing kitchen.

To make sure you're prepared, Colin recommends three things: water supply, water waste, and power. You'll need power for appliances like dishwashers, and water supply and waste for sinks and filters. But the biggest challenge is drainage - you need the right angle for the pipes, and you'll likely need to dig a channel through your floor to make it work. And that's not all - once you've got the utilities in place, you'll need to choose the right tiles for your island.

Colin shares his own experience of having to rip up and replace tiles due to a shoddy installation job, and warns that this can be an ongoing issue. So, before you decide to install a kitchen island, make sure you've thought through all the challenges and costs involved. But if you do it right, it can be a wonderful addition to your home.

Highlights:

Installing a kitchen island can be magical, but it comes with its own set of challenges:

-Consider water supply, water waste, power, and drainage before installing an island

-Choosing the right tiles can also be a challenge, and shoddy installation can lead to ongoing issues