4 Simple Solutions to Basic Cabinet Installation Problems

There are always hiccups in kitchen remodels. Here are some field-modification solutions to common installation problems.
Sept. 26, 2024

There are always hiccups in kitchen remodels. Surprises can sneak in even after carefully checking the room, marking all of the cabinet locations on the wall, and snapping a level reference line around it.

Here are some field-modification solutions to common problems that can arise during cabinet installation.

The first tip is the simplest.

PROBLEM: The face frame isn't wide enough to prevent the door from catching on the wall when it swings open.

SOLUTION: Widen the face frame with a filler strip to move the cabinets off the wall. This is also common in tight bathrooms where drawers can hit door trim.

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