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I thought the kitchen company will be replacing the panel, instead I got this. This this the standard way to fix a chip in the panel?
Browse Forums Kitchen Corner Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 2Aug 29, 2011 7:42 am It looks like the side of the cabinet rather than a panel. Is this in a dishwasher space? or is it seen? Its not the best and shouldnt be like that but if it is the side of the cabinet then replacing it is a pain. Cutting Edge Kitchens and Cabinet Making http://cuttingedgekitchens.net.au http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cutting-Edge-Kitchens/290484196676 Mobile : 0419 430 575 PH: 9452 4772 Fax :9452 4772 cuttingedgekitchens@outlook.com Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 3Aug 29, 2011 8:40 am I think we need a wider angle to see where it is. If its in an alcove (Fridge/dishwasher/etc..) then I MIGHT live with it, but it will depend on how visible it is. Its the outer side of a panel and very noticeable, then no its not acceptable IMO. Short answer, NO. but more info/detail needed. Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 6Aug 29, 2011 1:51 pm Casa2 How hard woul it have been to replace the panel! It doesnt look like a panel. It looks like the side of a carcuss which means its quite hard especially if its a sink cabinet with the sink hooked up, all the plumbing and the possibility of a stone top being glued to it. I am not defending the company at all, I am just saying there could be more to it. Lets get the full story before we make judgement. What we need to know is, 1. Where is this located (is it a dishwasher space) 2. Is this actually the carcuss side and not a panel? Cutting Edge Kitchens and Cabinet Making http://cuttingedgekitchens.net.au http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cutting-Edge-Kitchens/290484196676 Mobile : 0419 430 575 PH: 9452 4772 Fax :9452 4772 cuttingedgekitchens@outlook.com Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 7Aug 29, 2011 3:30 pm I think CEK is right, it isn't a panel but the outside edge of a carcase most likely at the bottom (that looks like the kicker). You can see that there is a brad nail that has been filled (rectangular section infront of the capped screw) and the screw head itself. The edge of the carcase has most likely blown away when the screw has been tightened. Is it a big deal? not really. The only reason you can see it is because whatever is going in the recess (probably DW) hasn't been installed yet. Once it's in you'd never see it. Personally I'd have an end panel covering it anyway, so you don't see white when you open the DW door, but lots of cabinet makers don't bother. Having said all that, a wider shot would make it clearer. Accessible Carpentry & Cabinets accessiblecarpentry@gmail.com accessiblecarpentry.com.au https://www.facebook.com/pages/Accessible-Carpentry-Cabinets/583314911709039 Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 9Aug 29, 2011 7:32 pm I wouldn't except it,No different from buying a new car you except that you will get bumps and scratches,but not before you take possession. Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 10Aug 29, 2011 7:39 pm Yes I told them to replace the panel, they said yes but that's how they fixed it, now the stone top is on. Not happy with them. They already installed a scratched pantry unit, meant to give me a partial refund and I still haven't receive the refund after one month. Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 13Aug 29, 2011 8:13 pm chippy I think CEK is right, it isn't a panel but the outside edge of a carcase most likely at the bottom (that looks like the kicker). You can see that there is a brad nail that has been filled (rectangular section infront of the capped screw) and the screw head itself. The edge of the carcase has most likely blown away when the screw has been tightened. Is it a big deal? not really. The only reason you can see it is because whatever is going in the recess (probably DW) hasn't been installed yet. Once it's in you'd never see it. Personally I'd have an end panel covering it anyway, so you don't see white when you open the DW door, but lots of cabinet makers don't bother. Having said all that, a wider shot would make it clearer. Well done chippy! You localised it with just a zoomed in photo. Demolition August 2009, Construction Started September 2009, Completed December 2010 Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 14Aug 29, 2011 8:44 pm Casa2 chippy I think CEK is right, it isn't a panel but the outside edge of a carcase most likely at the bottom (that looks like the kicker). You can see that there is a brad nail that has been filled (rectangular section infront of the capped screw) and the screw head itself. The edge of the carcase has most likely blown away when the screw has been tightened. Is it a big deal? not really. The only reason you can see it is because whatever is going in the recess (probably DW) hasn't been installed yet. Once it's in you'd never see it. Personally I'd have an end panel covering it anyway, so you don't see white when you open the DW door, but lots of cabinet makers don't bother. Having said all that, a wider shot would make it clearer. Well done chippy! You localised it with just a zoomed in photo. Yeah I only took a couple of photos. I was surprised at all the interests. Thanks everyone for the help. Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 15Aug 29, 2011 9:18 pm gelatiii, Building a home is something we get very passionate about. Getting it right too. Hence the many responses. It's hard to get un-passionate! Cheers, Casa Demolition August 2009, Construction Started September 2009, Completed December 2010 Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 16Aug 29, 2011 10:23 pm I don't know what I would do.. I know it's unseen but you pay a lot of money for your cabinets you expect top notch... but then again... It's not seen once the dishwasher goes in.. What do you plan to do? Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 17Aug 29, 2011 10:40 pm Maybe it's because I'm in the trade but it really wouldn't bother me. Considering there is a raw edge on the back of the same carcase I can't see it as being a massive issue, that whole end is not designed to be seen. As I said before, if you aren't putting in a dishwasher straight away then ask them to put an end panel on the insides of the recess. At least then you won't see it. That would be cheaper and easier for the cabinet maker than trying to replace the side of the carcase. But in all honesty I'd just install my DW and forget about it, there's plenty of bigger things to get worked up about. Accessible Carpentry & Cabinets accessiblecarpentry@gmail.com accessiblecarpentry.com.au https://www.facebook.com/pages/Accessible-Carpentry-Cabinets/583314911709039 Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 18Aug 30, 2011 8:24 am chippy Maybe it's because I'm in the trade but it really wouldn't bother me. Considering there is a raw edge on the back of the same carcase I can't see it as being a massive issue, that whole end is not designed to be seen. As I said before, if you aren't putting in a dishwasher straight away then ask them to put an end panel on the insides of the recess. At least then you won't see it. That would be cheaper and easier for the cabinet maker than trying to replace the side of the carcase. But in all honesty I'd just install my DW and forget about it, there's plenty of bigger things to get worked up about. I agree, once the dishwasher is in you wont see it. There is one other option and that is to have them laminate the side of the cabinet in place. Cutting Edge Kitchens and Cabinet Making http://cuttingedgekitchens.net.au http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cutting-Edge-Kitchens/290484196676 Mobile : 0419 430 575 PH: 9452 4772 Fax :9452 4772 cuttingedgekitchens@outlook.com Re: Is this an acceptable fix? 19Sep 04, 2011 1:49 pm I went for a pre handover meeting last week and found several more problems with the kitchen. 1. The carcase panel in this thread now has another ugly hole in it. 2. This is a big problem, when they cut out the stove top hole they cracked the carcase in several places, I think if I pull on the pot drawers too roughly that will crack and split. 3. The end panel on the island bench is chipped and scratched. 4, Pull out pantry still not fixed. What's the proper fix for point 2? Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ 1 4580 1 13121 I wanted to get some thoughts on the quality of workmanship on the following brickwork? are there specific clauses in Australian Standards which relate… 0 4797 |