How to cut Minerva Stone worktop
I’m looking to remove a double cupboard carcass and the worktop above it to create a space for a double fridge. I’ve had a couple of kitchen fitters turn down the job as they were uncomfortable cutting...
View ArticleInduction hob scratched
Hello Apologies if this does not belong here. We have had a new Bosch induction hob fitted and bought one pan just to try it. Used it very lightly for a couple of days and it’s already scratched!...
View ArticleReplacement cabinet doors--end panels
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View Article170 hinges on a corner unit
I cant figure out what these do. Ok they open further but how do i fit the corner post and handles? I'm doing somthing wrong.
View ArticleKitchen tiling and Cabinet Height Query
Hi all About to start installing new kitchen and just planning things out. I see the height from the floor to the top of the cabinet should be about 890mm We are planning on tiling after the kitchen...
View ArticleSink fitting
I am an experienced kitchen fitter. I want to replace a stainless steel sink. It will not be possible to use a sink which needs access to fixing clips from underneath. I once used a sink which had...
View ArticleDreaded Plastic Cabinet Feet
Couple of kitchen floor units are cheapish flat pack. Cant afford to replace. Over time the little plastic adjustable legs seem to have come off and then re screwed to the unit. Loads of screw hole...
View ArticleAEG Intergrated fridge
Has anyone had trouble attaching the fascia’s to a full height AEG fridge? The cabinets 100% level/plumb and I’ve followed the instructions to the letter but the bottom corner (hinge side) keeps...
View ArticleRecommendation for extractor - 110 range master
hi all Anyone got a good price and quality recommendation for an extractor hood that works well? I’ll be venting it through the wall behind the cooker (a 110 rangemaster hi lite) - a chimney style one...
View Article920mm Worktop Height Too High??
Hi all Im currently in the process of putting in howdens cabinets.....I didnt go for the howdens worktops as it would mean a join on the kitchen island which I didnt want - so I am going to source the...
View ArticleWhat Kitchen Would Experienced Kitchen Fitters Recommend?
Hi I am looking for recommendations as to which kitchen supplier any experienced kitchen fitters would recommend from this list, or any other fairly big brands out there that I've missed off: B&Q...
View Article600mm Combi Oven in an 800mm cabinet?
I want to put a 600mm combi oven in an 800x800mm carcass. The oven came along later in the planning process for a very good price and we want to somehow incorporate it in the kitchen. Is there such a...
View ArticleKitchen Hood Extractor 100mm or 150mm Core
Hi Just thinking about what extractor we need for new kitchen in new extension - I see that most of the extractors that Ive been looking at are 150mm Just spoke to sparky and he said put a 150mm to...
View ArticleK Life worktops
Has anybody fitted these? Quoting a kitchen fit but I have not fitted these before. Any do's or don'ts? Have fitted 12mm acrylic a few times without issue
View ArticleKitchen doors
Does anyone have any informed views as to which is better, acrylic or lawyered doors. Pigkeeper
View ArticleAEG gas hob
Spark ignition on 18-month old 4-burner AUG gas hob continues to spark even when control knobs not depressed..... Any ideas??
View ArticleRe stained and re oiled oak worktop disaster!
Hi! I had my oak worktops stained a lovely dark colour and oiled about 2 years ago. They were showing signs of wear, so I re stained and then re oiled. The worktops are now patchy and in some places...
View ArticleBadly cut and filled worktop edge/join
Hi I’ve just had a kitchen fitted by a recommended fitter. Having had a lot of issues with Howdens ( incorrect measurements, wrong cabinates, numerous missed and incorrect items) he did a really good...
View ArticleNewbuild Fitted Kitchen - Integrated or Freestanding Appliances?
Hello all, Apologies for the stereotypical 'newbie' question - but myself and my partner are due to move in to our newly completed newbuild home in the next couple of weeks. We're at the stage of...
View ArticleMounting IKEA METOD Wall cabinet
Hello, I'm mounting two 800mm x 800mm METOD kitchen cabinets, and need some advice on fixings. I've drilled the holes through layer of plaster and into what may be breeze blocks ( grey dust). I've...
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