Preparing Cabinets
Properly installed new cabinets are ready for countertop installation. Older cabinets that have had the countertops removed may need additional preparation. With the countertops off the cabinets, now is a good time to check the condition of the cabinets. The cabinets must be secure to wall and level both front to back and level the length of the cabinets. Shim and refasten to wall as needed. It is also a good time to check and repair drawer slides, and repair any water damage around sink cabinet.
The tops of the cabinets must be free of any adhesive, nails, or screws that held down the previous countertop. If the previous countertop was secured through corner blocks in the cabinets, and you decide to install the new countertops the same way, check to see if the corner blocks need reinforcing. The countertop build up strips must lay flat on the cabinets. Once the cabinets are level and secure you can continue your installation.
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TOOLS & SUPPLIES | MEASURING NEW CABINETS
MEASURING EXISTING CABINETS | PREPARING CABINETS
CUTTING SINK HOLE | APPLYING END SPLASH
APPLYING END CAP | ASSEMBLING MITER
BUILD-UP STICKS & FASTENING | SCRIBING
CAULKING | CARE & MAINTENANCE
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