Making good This is a good time to

By admin on November 5th, 2007

Making good

This is a good time to make any repairs to the walls, or even apply a first coat
of paint. Re-flooring, boxing in pipes or getting any professional help such as
an electrician or plumber should also be considered at this stage.

INSTALLING YOUR NEW KITCHEN
Starting in the corner where you plan to begin your installation, use your spirit
level to ascertain if the floor is level. If not, mark the highest point of the floor
on the wall .
From this mark, measure up 870mm for the height of your Take Away base
cabinets (includes 150mm to allow for plinths or legs). Then make a level line
for the top of the base cabinets - mark level lines for the top and bottom of the
wall cabinets at the right height for you.
Double check your level lines to make sure they are straight and level. This will
ensure that your cabinets are straight, even if your walls are not.
4. CABINET ASSEMBLY
Although the units are easy to put together, do read the assembly instructions
before you start work as you’ll be more familiar with the task in hand.
In the unlikely event that you ever get stuck, call the B&Q helpline on 01769
575500 from 8.30am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Alternatively e-mail our online
Kitchen Advisor.
Hints & Tips
Clear a large area to assemble and store new cabinets.
Do not attempt to lift or carry boxes alone.
Open one box at a time and assemble each cabinet before moving on to
the next.
Avoid scratching surfaces by assembling on a carpet or on an empty
cardboard box.
Match each assembled cabinet to the corresponding door by sticking on
masking tape and then numbering.
5. INSTALLING BASE AND WALL CABINETS
Installing wall cabinets
Work methodically, starting with a corner cabinet and working out in both
directions. Make sure someone is there to assist you and steady the cabinets
while you check levels and fixings.

Hints & Tips

Make sure the unit is pulled out from the corner to match your layout plans
and template lines.
On plasterboard walls, use cavity wall fixings to attach cabinets if the fixing
positions do not coincide with wall studs.
Check adjoining cabinets are level and straight before moving on to the
next cabinet.
Fix the bracket to the wall , hang the cabinet and then adjust the screws
that affix to the bracket to ensure it’s level
and as close to the wall as is
possible. Your spirit level is essential!