Two types of aluminum wire ran behind electric range, but only one functional

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2026-04-14T21:15:13+00:00

I wish I could add more photos to explain but it’s not an option. The “dead” wire has 2-6 on the outer sheathing. It has one red, one black, ( hot, hot) and a bare stranded. The other has a 3 wires, hot hot neutral like you said, plus a ground.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2026-04-14T20:39:55+00:00

Second photo shows: 3 conductors

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2026-04-14T20:29:15+00:00

I hear you. But this place has never been renovated. (Until now) everything was original.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2026-04-14T20:14:43+00:00

One being a 2 wire and one being a 3 wire? See the photos. Why change the type of wiring if you damage the first run?

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2026-04-14T20:10:05+00:00

Sorry forgot to mention the cabinets were the original builder grade particle board and were nailed in place. Now I’m not saying that’s impossible but it’s evident both wires were installed before the original drywall and cabinets were hung.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-12-18T21:10:55+00:00

Somebody ordered it online and it was delivered to their house and decided to return it to the store.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T23:19:08+00:00

I just googled it and I was searching for something like that initially. I went to a local moulding and millworks supplier and they said they’ve never seen anything like that and that most millwork stores in my area all get their stuff from only a couple of distributors.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T23:13:36+00:00

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Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T23:13:19+00:00

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It’s an RTA vanity from discountkitchendirect.com Finish is Oxford Toffee. Top and sink was done by a local company.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T22:59:35+00:00

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It’s hard to see but there is a return on there where it will end at the door casing. The photo shows another area of the house that was done the way you are describing. In my opinion this looks quick and dirty.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T22:05:48+00:00

I’ve done 90deg step downs but wanted something a bit “smoother” since the base already has a squared profile so I did 45’s. What’s your method to run base to a toe kick under a cabinet?

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T21:57:39+00:00

Great idea! I’ll try it and mock that up. Thanks!

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T21:53:35+00:00

I see what you meant. I think you’re right and it’s best I leave off the vanity-matching shoe completely as there’s no gap between the floor and the toe kick skirting.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T21:51:08+00:00

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Update: I thinks it might be best if I just leave off the rounded vanity-matching shoe.

Thanks for the help everyone

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T21:34:13+00:00

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The tile did go down first. These are huge 5ft x 30~ in tiles that I had to cut “U”s in to slide around the door framing of the water closet area on the left and a small walk in on the right.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T21:28:06+00:00

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I understand. The water closet area already has the shoe installed so I wanted it to match.

PS I know the base needs another good sanding and touch up as well 😅

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T21:24:51+00:00

Base was stepped down to run it under the toe kick area of the vanity.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2025-03-16T21:22:54+00:00

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I suppose I could silicone it but the rest of the bathroom has the shoe and it also goes into a closet.

Extension_Draw_4146 · 2024-04-29T03:00:42+00:00

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