Installation Kits for Cabinets

Installation Contents

• Installation kits for cabinets contain all useful tools and supplies necessary for mounting new cabinets to the walls or base structures. The common content includes proper screws and bolts to secure the cabinets to the wall and toe-kick bases; clamps to keep the cabinet structure in place during the installation process; and proper mounting frames for larger cabinets. Frames are useful for wall cabinets that are constructed with heavy woods.

Types of Installations

• Wall-mounted cabinets may require different hanging frames, meaning installation kits may vary. For example, smaller cabinets may only require a small metal frame, whereas large kitchen cabinets require a full rectangular plywood installation frame, which is mounted to wall studs for additional support.

Different Cabinet Installations

• Cabinet installation kits may vary depending on the installation type in question. For example, the tools and supplies are different for wall-mounted cabinet installation procedures than for floor-based cabinets. Floor-based cabinets may require wood glue and smaller screws, while wall cabinets may require long wall screws.

Helpful Tools

• Although installation kits for cabinets may come with some helpful tools and supplies to install the kits, additional tools can make the process smoother. A wall stud finder allows you to locate wall studs that are required to hang heavier cabinets so they do not fall down. In addition, using a level during the installation process ensures that the cabinets are straight and evenly installed on walls and toe-kick bases.