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How to Hang Kitchen Cabinets
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Shopping List
Supplies You Will Need
1. Carcass
"Look for a good, heavy box, one with a thick solid back to screw securely to the wall," says Tom. He favors plywood over particleboard of MDF
2. Finishes
Catalyzed lacquers or conversion varnishes are toughest
3. Fasteners
Screws are best, but staples ad brads are typically used4. Drawers
Dovetail joints and fully extending drawer slides are best
5. Hinges
Cup hinges, also known as European or concealed hingers are eay to adjust
6. Hardwood glue
for securing trim joints
7. Wood shims
for making cabinets plumb and level
8. 2 1/2-inch deck screws with washers
for anchoring cabinets to studs (drywall screws can snap) -
Tools List
Tools You Will Need
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Cordless drill with bit set
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4-in-1 screwdriver
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Hammer
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Chalk line
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Tape measure
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Folding rule
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Bubble level
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Block plane
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Compass
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Bar clamps
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Utility knife
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Chisel
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Framing square
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Ladder
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For more on kitchen cabinets:
• 9 Things You Need to Know About Kitchen Cabinets
• How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets
• Kitchen Cabinet Painting Guide
• How to Reface Kitchen Cabinets
• Cabinet Pulls
• Reface or Replace Kitchen Cabinets?
• Sorting Cabinet Choices
- Helpful Info
- Skill Builder: How to Plumb and Level a Cabinet
- Skill Builder: Easy Angle Finder
- Skill Builder: Building a Ventilated Cabinet Door
- Gallery: Kitchen Cabinets
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