Oak Island
My brother-in-law has just moved to a house with a large oak centre island in the kitchen. The previous owner has left him some Howdens worktop oil and said "do it every 6 months" No further...
View ArticleVented Induction Hob - ducting
Hi, Apologies if this is obvious but I am looking to buy an induction hob with built in vent and the website says I can buy the ducting direct from manufacturer. The duct size is a rectangular 222 x 89...
View ArticlePlywood over floorboard method. Also SPC flooring anyone?
Guys, Finally taken the plunge and removed the kitchen floor tiles and ply fron under it. Now only left with the floorbaord. Want to plywood it over before flooring can be laid on top. Any general tips...
View ArticleIntegrated appliance plinth
Just fitted integrated washing machine and timble drier side by side. Any ideas how to attach plinth to from of appliances. ??? No end panels each side
View ArticleKitchen hood drill hole vent outside
Hi, I’ve recently moved to this house, and the hood vents inside. It has some useless filter inside that don’t do anything! I’m thinking of getting someone to drill a hole for the hood to vent outside....
View Articlesupporting undermount sink with wooden frame prior to worktop install
Hi All, Apologies if this has been asked previously but I struggled to find my exact question in the search. I am looking to provide some support for my undermount stainless steel Sink in my kitchen...
View ArticleQuartz Worktop Jointing Compound
Hi, We have quartz worktops and the jointing compound that connects one unit to the other has chipped out between some joints (see attached picture). This stuff is rock hard and after a bit of research...
View ArticleB&Q Kitchen and bathroom fitter wanted
I'm looking for a kichen and bathroom fitter who can do it in the next few weeks. I've already done the planning and specifications with B&Q but they have a waiting list for installers ( and...
View Article165 degree concealed hinges
I've been asked to change the broken one of a pair of 165 angular corner hinges. Are different brands compatible. I'm usually dealing with 110 degree hinges. Thanks, Chillimonster.
View ArticleSoft close hinges
Read a few posts on here that say howdens soft close hinges are awful, I am coming to agree with this statement after fitting my units. I am looking for a better quality replacement for my hinges. I...
View ArticleIs there a way to separate glued units?
Hi all. We are wanting to change the kitchen in our new house but want to reuse as many units as we can in the utility room and other places so are trying to take the old one apart carefully. We have...
View ArticleIs this kitchen a good or bad price ?
I’m about to order a kitchen for a new extension we’ve built on our house. We’re on a bit of a tight schedule and because I have a howdens account, I got them to measure up. I’m not a fan of their...
View ArticleWren, Howdens, or Wickes Kitchens?
Hi All Currently looking at kitchens and kitchen reviews whilst trying to decide which brand. It's a minefield... Wren seem quite good but the services/sales seems pushy. Howden looks great but are...
View ArticleWhat Gazebo?
I am looking for a quick erect aluminium gazebo for worktop installation during the winter months. 3 X 3 or 3 X 4 m, Sides not necessary, any recommendations please?
View ArticleEnd Panel Cutting Advice Request
Hi all, New to the forum and new to kitchen fitting! I've just started work on doing my mum a new kitchen. For now, it's a simple galley run which is going okay. However, I'm a little stumped regarding...
View ArticleHafele wire basket advice
Hello. I’ve fitted 3 hafele wire baskets to a larder unit and found that the ends of the runners gouge and scratch the inside of the cabinet door if door isn’t fully opened before the draw is pulled…...
View ArticleCDA Double Oven Fan Motor Fault
Morning, All, Happy Sunday! Apologies if I may have posted this in the incorrect forum but I have a fault with my CDA Double Oven Fan Motor and was hoping for some advice. The Fan is not always working...
View ArticleChair and Table Leg Pads
We are painting your kitchen floor What is the best product to fix to the chair and table legs to prevent scratching the paint I've heard that the preglued pads do not stay on very long Is it possible...
View ArticleAEG, Zanussi or Hotpoint Dishwasher with Sliding door hinge
I am installing an Ikea kitchen and would like to install an AEG dishwasher with the sliding door hinge. I have searched everywhere to find how much the sliding door hinge moves the door trim up from...
View ArticleIntegrated washing machine - door hardware advice
Morning, Final piece to replacement doors on my kitchen (DIY) The kitchen was fitted before we moved in and it appears to have been a slight bodge job in places, rectified most things but now onto the...
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