While lounging around the lake home, watching the wind and sun play on the Cumberland River, one begins to fantasize about the coming cruising season. My failure is cruising through web sites for boat refitting. You know, those with unlimited funds to refit the true Yacht. However, I have been known to steal a few ideas along the way.
Small projects involve some teak repair and refinish. Like scratch and patch areas damaged during cruising and locking up or down to areas along the river. This type of repair has been well displayed on these pages and need no further explanation. However, while experiencing a cold winter my feeble mind plays tricks. I think I am capable of a larger project. Ta Da! The galley refit!
We will remove the microwave. The cooktop is above the microwave but will also be replaced. The old ice maker will hit the drink in order to create more food storage space. We plan to replace the open cabinets with stained doors to complete the look.
The current debate is a 2 burner, electric cook top or induction hobs which can be stored when not in use. I think the maker of the new counter top will be the deciding opinion. The microwave/convection unit will be moved to a wood box near the end of the cabinet. This is shown above. Yes I stole the idea. Shoot me. Again, this opens more storage space for the galley. We do like to eat.
The galley refit will include: DEMOLITION
1). Remove old counter top2). Remove damage teak veneer under windows
3). Remove old microwave
4). Remove old ice maker
5). Remove 2 burner cook top
Refit:
1). Install new hard surface counter top
2). Add shelving under counter after microwave removal
3). Construct box for microwave/convention oven storage
4). Stain and Install new louvered doors on cabinet
OK, that is a summary of the galley refit, as planned. Of course plans may change. The project is always subject to finances and the whims of Admiral Denise. Stay tuned.
Happy Sailing,
Capt Barry, Adm. Denise and deckhands Bailey and Bella
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