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How do I install kitchen cabinets?
I am thinking of replacing all the cabinets in our kitchen.
What is the process for installing kitchen cabinets? (Ie. best to start in corner, and work out? Top cabinets first?)
Edit:
We have two ...
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Can I make cabinet doors out of plywood?
I really want to replace our overwrought, baroque cabinet doors with flat panel doors. I want them to look good but I actually like the look of plywood.
It seems from what I've read like I have to ...
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Can I bore my own hinge holes?
I'm scheming to reface my kitchen cabinets with sustainable lumber (looking for FSC certified or salvage) and trying to figure out what my options are. Our existing hinges aren't much different from ...
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Can I remove one side frame of the cabinets above the refrigerator?
The space for the refrigerator is more narrow than I'd like. Both sides have a wall/panel extending from the cabinets above. The space is 33"w x 72"h. The new fridge would likely by 36"w x 70"h ...
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Wood Floors and Kitchen Cabinets color combination [closed]
We have picked Shaw's Saddle for our floor color and are totally confused about the color of the kitchen cabinets. We would like a bright look but not sure if a white kitchen is easy to maintain. Any ...
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What should distance be between the two lower cabinets flanking a “30” inch range?
What should the proper distance be between lower cabinets flanking a "30" inch kitchen range? We have researched this subject and find more then one answer. Some say 30 inches, others say 30 1/4 ...
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How much weight should a standard cabinet be able to support?
I purchased standard cabinets (no plywood box) including a 33" farmhouse sink cabinet. I found a farmhouse sink I'd like to install and it's about 150lbs. (30" sink).
There is no weight rating on the ...
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How can I paint kitchen cabinet hinges?
We have old, ugly kitchen cabinet hinges. I've read conflicting opinions online as to whether spray painting them is a good idea. How would you do it if you were going to go for it?
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How to install Kitchen Cabinets on a Drywall?
I have 2 Kitchen cabinets, each 50 CM on 80 CM, they weigh about 10 KG (maybe more? not sure).
I wanted to hang them on the wall but just discovered it's a drywall, and seems pretty thin.
It is a ...
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Refastening a cabinet door
A cabinet door in my kitchen detached from the cabinet- the screws are about 1/2" long and weren't enough to hold the door in place. The screws are short to keep them from poking out the back side of ...
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Dowel joints in plywood
I plan on replacing my kitchen cabinets later this summer. The old ones were home made by the previous owner and are oddly sized so I need to make my own out of plywood. Is it possible to put dowel ...
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How to clean kitchen cabinets?
I just bought a house with some dirty (greasy, grimy, dusty, &c.) wooden kitchen cabinets. What is the best way to clean them? I've read that paint thinner works well, however, I am afraid that ...
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What is a good way to cat-proof (or child-proof) kitchen cabinets?
Our 6-month-old kitten has figured out how to reliably open kitchen cabinets at floor-level, by standing on his hind legs and grabbing the knob.
What are some good ways to make it harder for him to ...
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How do I install cabinets on a floating hardwood floor?
We just purchased a bunch of cabinets for installation of a bar / kitchenette in the basement. There are 4 wall cabinets and four base cabinets. These are going to be installed on the existing ...
