Browse Forums Kitchen Corner Re: Kitchen cabinet options 2Aug 14, 2011 5:33 pm 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: Kitchen cabinet options 3Aug 15, 2011 12:14 am Accessible Carpentry & Cabinets accessiblecarpentry@gmail.com accessiblecarpentry.com.au https://www.facebook.com/pages/Accessible-Carpentry-Cabinets/583314911709039 Re: Kitchen cabinet options 4Aug 15, 2011 7:30 am 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: Kitchen cabinet options 5Aug 15, 2011 8:42 am ssripathi I would like to have a cesar stone bench top but not sure if it is the right choice compared to granite. I had Cesar stone in one kitchen we renovated, it was a waterfall look. It looked great, performed for the most part very well. The only down side I seen was it scratched fairly easy. Granite on the other hand also looks great, many natural colours to choose from, hard surface, can sit fairly hot pots on without fear of damage, is great for the chefs out there who like working with pastry as it is cold. Down side is the initial cost, and as Cuttingedge said, weighty on the adjustable legs. Perhaps use the adjustable legs for the initial easy install, then put a solid block under the critical points when the level is obtained ?? Re: Kitchen cabinet options 6Aug 15, 2011 10:43 am eyspy ssripathi Down side is the initial cost, and as Cuttingedge said, weighty on the adjustable legs. Perhaps use the adjustable legs for the initial easy install, then put a solid block under the critical points when the level is obtained ?? Or just do it properly? Plastic legs are only used by companys to save time and give them a bigger profit! 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: Kitchen cabinet options 7Sep 14, 2011 8:37 am I did my own kitchen over two years ago and used the plastic legs. There hasn't been any sagging but perhaps it depends on how many you put on. I spent a lot of time making sure the weight was properly distributed and put in a lot of legs. Our floor was a bit uneven so the adjustable legs worked well. I think ssripathi's idea of putting in the solid wood chocks after if you are worried is good though I didn't bother. Though I can see a solid timber base would be bomb proof but maybe a bit tricky for the DIY with uneven floors. We also used the Vinyl wrap doors which have been fine, even around heat areas. I think they have a 7 or 10 year warranty and perhaps the quality has now improved. I think the advantage with the vinyl is that it is slightly cheaper and more impact resistant, but as mentioned the Polyurethane can be repaired but can be chipped. I think the Laminex panels with the PVC edging look good in the wood grain or darker colours. Re: Kitchen cabinet options 8Sep 14, 2011 5:27 pm donR I did my own kitchen over two years ago and used the plastic legs. There hasn't been any sagging but perhaps it depends on how many you put on. I spent a lot of time making sure the weight was properly distributed and put in a lot of legs. Our floor was a bit uneven so the adjustable legs worked well. . Unfortunately that doesnt work with large island units. I install island units with stone tops that weight 300-400kg + cabinets. Plastic legs just dont cut it. We installed a kitchen today with a floor that was 32mm out of level. We used full plywood box construction kickboards. No problems at all. If there is ever any water problems(burst pipes) the kicks will be fine! The false fronts that are used infront of the plastic legs would just blow apart. If your on a budget then the plastic legs are ok(just) but if you want to do it properly they kickboards are right way of doing it. 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 I asked this question of one of the forum's resident cabinet makers who may/may not wish to identify himself to answer other questions if he sees this, but the rersponse… 3 7897 Standard uninsulated double brick has an R value of around 0.7. An insulated standard 90mm stud timber frame can have an R value of around 2.7. Even if you insulate a… 17 12306 |