Boxing for ceiling extractor
I'm about to install a ceiling extractor in a new kitchen and am looking for some advice for boxing. The ceiling extractor will be suspended from the boxing so I need to use a sheet material that can...
View Articleply floor, vinyl and skirtings
I have ply boarded the kitchen floor and will be having vinyl put down in a week or so. I am going to replace the skirting boards tonight. For the best finish, should I fit the skirting boards hard on...
View ArticleHowdens- Getting Several Quotes
We've got a kitchen design and have approached two kitchen fitters. We have arranged for them to visit to see if we can work with them and they can work with us and to get two quotes for fitting. They...
View ArticleLaker BMS
Has anyone fitted for this company and can share their experiences and thoughts please? Is the pay good? Good company to work for?
View ArticleCable in way
Due to a last minute change of plan with our kitchen (from a 300mm open corner shelf to a 400mm wall cupboard) I now find that there is a cable in the wall exactly where I need to drill for the wall...
View ArticleHow would you finish off this run of cabinets?
I’ve just installed a new Ikea kitchen. Not too bad actually if you are aware of the limitations and the quality is excellent. I have a dilemma on how to finish off this run of wall cabinets. The end...
View ArticleStarting up
Hi all, Just wondering how you all got work when first starting up? I’ve been fitting for over 10 years but decided to go self employed supplying And fitting. Just not sure of the best way to get...
View ArticleEnd panel
Ok this is a bathroom...question is, how far out front should an end panel come. Flush with carcass, flush with front of door? Slightly protruding past door? Something else? I'd go with flush with...
View ArticleHow much?
hi, How much should one expect to pay to have worktop fitted and how long No scribing required, one mason joint, East Sheen area? Thanks
View ArticleNeed more work!
As the title says, I need more work! How does everyone get there work I’m just starting out self employed and no idea how to go about it, Any advice appreciated Cheers
View ArticleDrainer groove size
Is there a standard size for these? Ive never had to do any before and there is such an array of cutter sizes. Is it just personal preference? Im cutting them into zenith 12mm tops. Cheers
View ArticleIntegrated door fitting Caple C156L Prima LPR100 Whirlpool AFB823
Hi, I have been given a Prima LPR150/1 integrated freezer (no manual) with the integrated door brackets which are the same as the ones I have listed in the thread title. I can find no fitting...
View ArticleDecent router for worktops
Hi folks, Not been on here literally in around seven years, surprised I could still log in! I am an electrician by trade, but have also done joinery for last eight years at least. Do around 10 kitchens...
View ArticleB&Q FITTER PRICES
Hi all, just wondering if there are any B&Q fitters on here who could tell me what percentage do the fitter recieve from the installation price given to the customer.
View ArticleFitting angled unit plinth
Just finishing off fitting everything and have now come to the plinth. We have an angled corner unit, presumably requiring two 45 degree angles in the plinth. What the best way of doing this, should I...
View ArticleSealing a plywood floor
I know this is a kitchen section but wondered if you could help with a bathroom question as I think this will be the best place. I’m replacing the bathroom floor with 25mm ply in preparation for the...
View ArticleWhat does this kitchen floorplan symbol mean?
Can anyone advise what the symbol to the left of this floorplan means (the oblong shape with rounded end) by the word Kitchen - is it a rounded end worktop?
View ArticleCooker Hood - slight gap between chimney top edge and ceiling
Gap is not huge, about 2mm at its worst, but it's irritating me the hell out of me; not an even gap all the way around and is pretty obvious due to it being white against white. I have tried adjusting...
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