A Good Kitchen certainly has several units. The base units are an essential part of a kitchen which keeps most of the storage and thereby reduces the clutter of goods in the kitchen. They perform several tasks and roles, including supporting kitchen work plans, counters and sinks.
They are installed slightly above the floor to protect them from scratches and damp. As its name indicates, the base units are the foundation of each kitchen. It reflects the layout and the floor plan.
Base units are normally used for storing large kitchen items such as Bowlers, Pan and Pans, Crockery, Pressure Cooker, Oven and many more.
Tools required to fit Kitchen Base Units:
- Screwdriver
- Spirit Level
- Measuring Tape and Pencil
- Drill machine
- Cable Detector
- Jigsaw
How To Fit Kitchen Base Units?
Fitting Kitchen Base units is a quite simple and easy process. All you need is patience to read the manual and inspect all parts of the base units. Fitting the kitchen base units is fun. Do it with full confidence and consciousness to ensure safety and proper positioning.
Read the Steps given below to understand how to fit Kitchen Base Units.
Check All Parts
- Examine all the parts carefully to ensure the presence of every unit.
- There may be the possibility of missing tiny screws and hinges.
- Never start the set-up without checking the package.
Assemble The Base Units
- Read the instructions carefully before going through the process.
- Using the manual, assemble all workpieces accordingly.
Mesurements And Levelling
- Starting at the corner helps to attach quickly and work efficiently.
- Take the measurements of base units and locate the marks across the wall.
- Check the level using a spirit level to ensure that the correct position of base units.
- Locate the lines across the wall.
Trim The Units
- Trim the units if they are larger than the required size.
- With a jigsaw, you can easily cut units.
- Follow safety precautions while working.
Inspect Electrical Cables
- Drilling screws may damage electrical cables.
- Inspect electrical wires installed within walls.
- Ensure the safety of an electrician or using a wire and pipe detector.
- Do not drill on electrical cables as this may cause sparks or damage.
Fix The Wall Plugs
- Wall plugs provide support to attach hinges and clamps to the kitchen base units.
- Drill holes and secure wall plug with a drilling machine.
- Make sure the position is correct by aligning the wall brackets with the levelling mark.
Fit The Base Units
- Place the kitchen base units gently on top of the wall plugs.
- Secure them by fixing the screws and wall plugs to each other.
- Continue the process until all basic kitchen units are set up.
