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The best way is to have a stud finder, once you find the studs anchor your cabinets with woodscrews, make sure your screw is at least 1 inch into the stud, use several screws (the number of screws is dependent on the weight).
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Where should you install kitchen cabinets?
You should install kitchen cabinets in the kitchen most likely. If they are floor cabinets you should install them against a wall on the floor under a sink or counter. If they are wall cabinets you should put them on the wall. If they are corner cabinets you should put them in the corners.
How do you install cabinets?
The best tool I have for installing kitchen wall cabinets is the T-JAK cabinet jack. It easy to use and a real back saver. The T-JAK is the tool you need to support and install the cabinets. No wasted lumber using wall cleats and 2x4 bracing.
Can I install wall-mounted storage cabinets on my own?
You don't need to hire a person to do that job. You can install wall-mounted storage cabinets on your own. Although it may be wise for you to have a friend there to support you in case of needing an extra hand but this is a job you can do yourself.
Can recessed medicine cabinets be installed on an exterior wall?
Can but shouldn't. You would have to remove a lot of insulation to install it.
Is it correct to install kitchen cabinets upon dry wall without first plastering and painting?
It can be done both ways. It is best to install factory cabinets after texture but before paint. That way the installer can see the stud lines.
Bathroom Wall Cabinets?
>How to Install a Wall CabinetWall cabinets are a great way to add space to your house. You can get wall cabinets in different sizes and designs. These cabinets can be placed in any room of the house. You can install the cabinets yourself in just a few easy steps.The first thing you need to do is figure out where you want to place the cabinet. The bathroom is a popular place to install wall cabinets so that you can store towels, washcloths and other toiletry items in it. If you already have shelves or a smaller cabinet on the wall, you need to remove these before you get started. Choose the wall cabinet that you like form your local hardware or retail store, and begin your project.Most bathroom cabinets will be on the upper part of the wall unless you are getting a floor to ceiling cabinet. Measure a distance of about 54 inches from the floor and mark this line on the wall. Find the stud in the wall so that you know where to attach the cabinet to the wall. Make a level ledger so that you have a support while you are installing the cabinet to the wall. This ledger needs to be level with the line that you marked on the wall.You need to prepare the cabinet before you place it on the wall. Remove the doors before you place the cabinet on the wall. This will protect the doors from getting damaged while you install the cabinet. If you have more than one cabinet on the same wall, you need to join the cabinets together before you install them. Get a drill and drill bit that will fit the screws for the cabinets. One screw in each corner should hold the cabinet on the wall. Have someone else hold the cabinet while you drill the screws in place. Add the cabinet doors back to the cabinet so that you can prepare for crown molding.
How do you hang cabinets on metal studs -- need to install base and wall cabinets in an office that has metal stud walls and a drop ceiling?
The correct way is to install a 2x 6 backer plate between the studs where the cabinets are to be hung. If there is not one there you can tear out the drywall and install one. However the base cabinets can be attached using metal drywall screws or lag bolts. Since the countertop will put weight on these they really wont go anywhere, the wall cabinets are the main concern. you can try to use metal stud screws and lag bolts on them as well.
Wall Cabinets?
form_title= Wall Cabinets form_header= Add storage space with wall cabinets. How many cabinets do you need?*= {1, 2, 3, 4, 5, More than 5} What type of material do you want the cabinets?*= _ [40] Where are you installing the cabinets?*= _ [40]
Which companies make custom garage cabinets that you can install yourself?
Garage Storage Cabinets makes the best cabinets that you can install easily at home without experience
Can you glue wall cabinets directly to wall if you have no studs in your wall?
No
Cabinets Installation?
form_title=cabinet installation form_header=10473 Would this particular project be a part from a larger remodel?*= () Yes () No Please specify the location of the cabinets:*= () Kitchen () Bathroom () Closet () Basement () Garage () Other How would you describe your cabinet project?*= () Install new pre-made cabinets () Repair existing cabinets () Install new custom cabinets () Refinish existing cabinets () Reface existing cabinets
Which companies sell wall cabinets?
My books need a new place to live. Where can I buy a good quality wall cabinets.
