Recessing hob flush with worktop
Hey guys, just building up a kitchen unit for a van and just done the cut out for the induction hob. It would be nice to route this out so it’s flush with the worktop, but I’m unsure if I’ll have...
View ArticleKitchen wall cabinets on triple plasterboard wall (circa 60mm)
Hi, I appear to have a triple plasterboard wall in my kitchen, two 15mm and a thick middle centre. Doing some measurements the walls thickness is about 60-65mm (drilled through by accident. I have...
View ArticleSuggestions for kitchen floor finish over OSB?
Hi Everyone, I've installed T&G OSB on my kitchen floor but will need a wearable finish. The worktops are installed at 910mm so ideally not too much thickness.. The OSB is on a timber frame. I've...
View ArticleHettich undercounter fridge door hinge
My Baumatic undercounter fridge door hinge (bottom left) as failed and i am in the process of trying to buy a replacement from ebay/amazon. It is stamped Hettich with 3702 5.0 41.5 on the sole which...
View ArticleKitchen splashback acrylic vs quartz vs tiles
Hi Refurbishing the kitchen which I bought from Wren. Quartz worktop are also from wren but quartz splashbacks were out of budget. It added up further £5000 for my small kitchen so I thought to go for...
View ArticleHow do I remove these Schreiber hinges?
I am trying to replace the doors on my kitchen caninets. The cabinets were made by UK company Schreiber at least 35 years ago. To fit modern hinges I need to remove the old hinge plates from the sides...
View ArticleInline Extractor and duct length for Kitchen extraction
Good morning all i have recently added an extension to the rear of my house but left the kitchen in place which means that the kitchen is now quite central in the plan footprint of the house. I have a...
View ArticleFiting end panel around skirting
I am renovating the kitchen in a small studio flat and there is skirting board running along the wall under the last base cabinet. So when fitting the end panel I either need to profile the panel...
View ArticleCabinet handle jig
What is the best kitchen handle jig for a diy user? I have this one : https://www.screwfix.com/p/hafele-drawer-handle-drilling-jig/3528j But it's not accurate enough and doesn't deal with deep drawer...
View ArticleHeadache…. Worktop joint
Hi All, I have recently cut my first joint with a jig and router and it looks bang on!!! I laid the 2 surfaces on the floor and the joints were/are perfect. Here comes the rookie issue, obviously...
View ArticleNot enough space for dishwasher
Hi just move in to new house. There is a place for washing machine but no place for dishwasher. Next to washing machine is a cabinet. I would like to take the cabinet out and put the dishwasher....
View ArticleBuilt-under oven / induction hob
Hello everyone, I can see I'm not alone in this issue but having trouble finding an exact answer. I have a 30mm quartz worktop and a very old built-under double oven. I accidentally ordered an...
View ArticleMain oven ignition continuously clicking
Hello, Wondering if anyone can help. Our Hotpoint HUG61X cooker has a problem with the main oven. The grill/small oven and hobs are igniting and working fine. But when we turn the main oven on the...
View ArticleNo Fumes Silicone?
Can anyone recommend a white silicone sealant for bathrooms or kitchens that doesn’t have that strong smell of chemicals?
View ArticleWorktop jig
Does anyone know where I can get a worktop jig, to do worktop bolts for a wren 80mm work top
View ArticleWhen it comes to high St shops..
B&Q, Wickes,Wren, Selco etc do any of you have any good/bad experiences with these places and similar ones? I need a new kitchen and I don't want to be buying a problem. Thanks.
View ArticleRemoving drawers
Hi, I have these drawers in a bathroom as part of a unit in the house I just moved into and I’m sure there is a way to remove the drawers so I can get access to the plumbing and to give them a good...
View ArticleInduction Hob Clearance with Upstand
Hi there, I've seen some recommendations for clearance around an induction hob. 30 to 50 mm? However my fitter has left zero clearance at the back. To me it isn't aesthetically pleasing but is it ok...
View ArticleWhere to buy new kitchen from
We are looking at buying a new kitchen but unsure what company is best and who to avoid. Would anyone be able to advise looking for reliability and long lasting we already have a family friend who is...
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Help in identifying a particular type of cupboard hinge?
Manufactured by "blum" . Despite a few searches I've been unable to locate a like for like one needed to replace the hinge pictured. Does anyone know the specific name for the variety of hinge shown?
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