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Jan 22, 2012 · HI Overall Ht.of units plus worktop is 910mm. Check Ht. all round kitchen, could be floor running off level. If so he should have set Ht. from cooker.As the Ht. of cooker dose not have much adjustment. Some fitters tend to fit base units to suit plinth size, to save ripping down. This could result in the problem you are having. Regards John
- you have to laugh- as there is no correct height for w/tops. have you thought of raising your cooker to 930mm. I build kitchens based on the heig...
- top of base unit should be 870mm from floor plus 40mm of worktop would normally give a finished height og 910mm. this would then allow the plinths...
- hello the height of base units are 720 +150 for plinth and 40mm for worktops =910 . one trick to make it look better just put a 15mm piece of match...
- In Response to your Question Cookers have a tolerance by means of adjustable feet to bring them up to your worktops.different heights in floor cove...
- Best thing to do is resolve it with the fitter if you are not happy then tell him or her that you are not satisfied and you would like this rectifi...
- The accepted standard is as everyone has said. 150 plinths, 720 base units and 40mm worktop leaving a finished height of 910mm. However every kitch...
- The correct hight for your 'units' will depend on the thickness of your worktop, however, the overall hight of units and the worktop should be 900m...
- hi, from the floor to the underneath of the work top should be 870mm ( most made to measure base end panels are 870mm in height).then from the top...
- Yes, you are right. The guideline measurement is 900 mm. Sounds like a measuring error to me. Dont listen if your builder says that the kickboards...
That means that someone very tall is likely to appreciate higher units and worktop than someone smaller. Having said that, there is a standard height that tends to work well for most people. Generally, base units tend to come to a height of 870mm off the ground. You’d then add 40mm of worktop to bring the total finished height to 910mm.
- Step 1 – Check Level of Floor and Mark Unit Heights
- Step 2 – Unpack Kitchen Units Fit in Place
- Step 3 – Cut Pipework Channels and Fit Flush to Walls
- Step 4 – Scribe and Cut Units to Fit Flush to Wall
- Step 5 – Existing Electrical Sockets and Other Fixtures
- Step 6 – Fixing Kitchen Base Units Into Place
It’s important that any base units are installed on as flat and level a floor surface as possible so first job is to check the slope and level of your floor. Small slight slopes can be taken up and dealt with through the adjustment in the feet. However, if the floor is way off level or very uneven then it’s a good idea to level it first. See our pr...
Unpack all the kitchen units and inspect them for damage and to also identify which unit is which e.g. cupboard unit, drawer unit, sink unit etc. If your units are supplied “flat packed” then they will first need to be fully assembled, including the support legs. While unpacking/assembling check all the fixtures and fittings (hinges, handles etc) t...
While positioning units look out for any existing pipework such as water supplies, gas supplies, waste etc and take care not to damaged them. When fitting units around existing pipework and supplies you may need to cut some holes or channels in the units for the pipework to run through. If so, use a pencil to mark the top and bottom of each pipe on...
Unfortunately there is no such thing as a totally flat, level and square wall so it’s likely that when you push a unit carcass up to a given wall, one edge will touch and the other won’t. In this case you will need to scribe and cut the unit to fit. See our project here on how to scribe and cut timber to fit odd shapesfor information on how to do t...
When fitting new kitchen base units into an existing room you are always going to face challenges with existing fittings such as sockets. You can almost guarantee there will be one that falls right on the edge of where a base unit needs to go. If this is the case the choices you have are to either: 1. Cut a section out of the back edge of the base ...
If your kitchen base units are standing next to each other they should be fixed to each other as well as to the wall and, at the front of the unit, this can be done by placing the fixing screw behind the hinges. Once fitted, the hinges will hide them and keep things tidy. Note: Before any fixing is done, it is essential that every unit sits totally...
Using the appropriate drill bit for your wall type, drill a hole to the length of your screw. Then tap in a wall plug and screw the L-shape angle bracket into place. Check the holes are level. Continue until all of the base cabinets are in position. At the end of a row, you will need to attach a decorative panel to ensure your kitchen looks ...
The base cabinets should be installed first, starting with the corner base unit if present. Why is it important to install one unit at a time? Installing units one at a time ensures accurate fitting, alignment, and height adjustment, reducing the risk of mistakes.
- The corner base unit acts as a cornerstone, guiding the placement and alignment of surrounding units.
- The kitchen’s shape and size can dictate the placement and alignment of units, especially if there are corner units involved.
- Rushing is not advisable as it can lead to mistakes and inaccuracies, compromising the final look and functionality of the kitchen.
- With careful planning and a methodical approach, fitting a base unit can be straightforward.
- Initial placement sets the alignment for the subsequent units, impacting the overall layout and functionality of the kitchen.
- Taking your time, following instructions meticulously, and adjusting each unit individually can guarantee correct fitting.
- Yes, focusing on base units first provides a framework for the installation of wall units.
Nov 9, 2018 · Instructions. First, start fitting your first corner kitchen base unit and check your instructions how far away from the wall it is required. Some state they need to be about 125mm off the wall, so mark that gap on the wall with a tape measure, pencil and draw a straight starting line with a spirit level.
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Typically the height is made up of the following elements: Base cabinets: 720mm high. Base Cabinet Legs: 150mm high. Worktop Counter: 30mm thick (although this can vary, depending on the material) The base cabinet legs are adjustable, so they can compensate for any variation in worktop thickness. While the height is normally 900mm it is down to ...
