KUED Program Guide

The Island
"There's a lot happening on this island," jokes Norm, and he means it. Clad in panels of beautiful reclaimed heart pine, this one features a butcher block top, a drawer mounted microwave, a storage area for large objects, tray storage and a carefully engineered pull out drawer for trash or recyclables. This beautiful and highly functional centerpiece, with two massive turned legs also done in old pine, is no mere cabinet - it's a place where old values and new realities fit very well indeed.

Rating: TVG
Episode #: 2007
Length: 26 minutes, 46 seconds.

English, P

The Bar
The small wet bar is a distinct change of pace from the other elements in the dream kitchen. While it has a place near the other units, it is separated from them, allowing Norm to change materials from painted wood surfaces to natural cherry. It's a niche in a related yet distinct style that features a small metal sink, natural cherry paneled walls, a cherry countertop, a wine cooler and plenty of mirrored surfaces, glass shelves and concealed lights to add elegance to the space. Most impressive are the twin glass paneled divided light doors Norm builds from scratch.

Rating: TVG
Episode #: 2008
Length: 26 minutes, 46 seconds.

English, P

Finish and Install
Often the weak link in home shop built kitchens is a professional finish that looks good and stands up to wear and tear. Norm teams up with his painter as he sprays on two smooth undercoats followed by a brushed on finish coat that looks great and should wear well. Then Norm begins the process of installing his cabinets. He carefully surveys the existing space, analyzes the conditions, creates a level reference line and sets the cabinets to floor and wall. Sharing all the tips and techniques learned over many years, Norm puts the cabinets together with the precision and accuracy viewers have come to expect from this master craftsman. Then, with every appliance installed, every surface polished and prepped, the lights hung, the floor polished and the stone counters revealed, Norm is able to stand back and enjoy the satisfaction of having created a masterpiece. The dream kitchen is finished and open for business.

Rating: TVG
Episode #: 2009
Length: 26 minutes, 46 seconds.

English, P

Adirondack Trio
In the beginning of THE NEW YANKEE WORKSHOP, there was the Adirondack chair, a classic design updated by Norm. It became one of his most popular projects. Later, Norm added an Adirondack love seat to his collection, using improved methods and materials. Now, in celebration of the 20th anniversary, Norm builds a chair, a table and a footrest to complete the set. To add to the fun, he invites a friend to build one of these classic chairs alongside the master.

Rating: TVG
Episode #: 2010
Length: 26 minutes, 46 seconds.

English

All-Weather Loveseat
A popular trend finds folks sitting in cushioned comfort on sofas and chairs able to withstand all kinds of climate conditions. Protected by tough all-weather fabrics, these cushions provide much more comfort than wood alone. Norm finds a beauty in traditional teak complemented by stunning fabric and reproduces it for the New Yankee collection.

Rating: TVG
Episode #: 2011
Length: 26 minutes, 46 seconds.

English, P

Lolling Chair
When there was a Declaration of Independence to read, no doubt some of the founding fathers would have chosen a favorite "lolling" chair to use. This kind of chair with an upholstered seat and back was popular then and has come down to us today as a classic form still much used and loved. Antiques expert Gary Sullivan helps Norm with his research, and old friend Bobby Gantt shows him what's involved in the upholstery.

Rating: TVG
Episode #: 2012
Length: 26 minutes, 46 seconds.

English, P

'Tap' Table
Norm visits historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire to track down a table he wants to build on The New Yankee Workshop. At the famed Antiques Gallery of Ronald Bourgeault, he finds exactly what he's looking for; a table referred to as a "tap" table (short for tap-room). With its turned maple legs and round pine top, this historic specimen might well have served tavern guests in the mid-18th century. This particular "tap" table, with dimensions of 28" round and 26" tall, has splayed legs that connect with a Queen Anne style apron, supporting a well-worn top. Norm hopes to reproduce his version of this useful table right down to the original painted patina.

Rating: TVG
Episode #: 2013
Length: 26 minutes, 46 seconds.

English, P