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I nter I K EA Sys tem s B .V.

2005
Do it yourself guide
to installing your kitchen

If you have questions - let us know!

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install your kitchen - call us at xxxxx 0000-0000

Design and Quality


IKEA of Sweden
Design and Quality
IKEA of Sweden
7 simple steps The tools youll need
to a brand new kitchen
We do a lot of groundwork to make it as simple as possible for you to The right tools are essential when assembling
assemble and install your new kitchen yourself. We even design our and installing your new kitchen.
kitchens with this in mind from the very start. The Do it Yourself Guide
you have in your hand will give you tips and ideas about how to assem- Heres a checklist of the tools youll need: Mitre box with saw
ble and install your new kitchen step-by-step. Carpenters rule/measuring tape - to ensure that you cut the cornices
Rasp/File at exactly the right angle
Adjustable spanner for working with
the hole cutter on the sink unit
Hire professionals Free installation film
Screwdriver/Star screwdriver
Its a good idea to contact qualified specialists You can also pick up a Kitchen Installation film
Pencil
early on to discuss the help youll need with on video or DVD at your IKEA store. It demon-
Hammer
plumbing, gas, electricity and with installing the strates the various phases in the process, step-
dishwasher, hob and lighting. by-step. And if, at any point, you should decide
that you would like help installing your kitchen
Before you begin or parts of it just ask at your IKEA store.
This guide takes you through the preparation
and installation process step-by-step. Weve also
included four corresponding posters with this Fine-toothed handsaw
guide hang them on the wall for a good over- for sawing worktops, plinths, etc.
view of each step in the process. Read through
both the guide and posters carefully before
starting to install your kitchen. Keyhole-saw
Spirit level
for sawing holes
for sink and fan.

3 4 5 6
Hole cutter - for G-clamps Try square Electric screwdriver/drill
Hang the wall cabinets Install base and high cabinets Install the worktop Install drawers, shelves & lighting drilling the hole
for the mixer tap
In most kitchens, its easiest to install the wall If you havent already done so in Step 1, measure Now its time for the base and high cabinets. In the following steps, youll install the legs at the Now its time to install the worktops and sink. a good idea to hire professionals to connect The cabinets have predrilled holes for quick and If you need to attach cover panels to the cabinet
cabinets first. This way there wont be any base and draw the position of the cabinets on the wall Before you begin, locate all plumbing, power front of the cabinets and secure a cabinet wall strip When measuring and sawing the solid the water, gas or electricity, and to easy installation of shelving, drawers and interior frames, put them on before you install interior fit-
cabinets to work around and you can more easily to be sure everything will fit. Its also important Hang this poster on the wall Hang this poster on the wall wood tops throughout this step, we suggest install the hob, dishwasher and lighting. Hang the poster on the wall fittings. This also makes it simple to make adjust- tings, since theyre screwed on from the inside. Hang the poster on the wall
sources and other utilities. Mark around these and to the wall. The wall strip is made of particleboard
so youll have your hands free! so youll have your hands free! so youll get your hands free! so youll get your hands free!
use a stepladder. If you dont have wall cabinets to to mark any uneven spots on the wall and smooth using a keyhole saw, cut the appropriate openings and comes packed together with the plinths. If you placing them on sawhorses for easiest ments or add interior fittings later on.
install, go straight to Step 4. them out with putty or shims. before you install the cabinets. prefer, instead of the wall strip for support, you handling. Once youve finished Step 5, its
can put legs on the back of the cabinets.

in the sink
Important before you begin installing

Good to know: If you will be Good to know: Before installing Good to know: Legs can be shared Good to know: If you have a kitchen Good to know! Sand and oil your
installing a high cabinet, dont make the fan cabinet saw a hole for the by two cabinets. See the assem- where two laminate worktops meet, worktop regularly for long-term beauty
final adjustments or fully tighten fan and fan duct. Instructions are bly instructions. Place the corner cover the join with a cover strip before and protection. Stains and minor dam-
the screws until after the cabinet is enclosed with the fan. If youre cabinet against the wall so that its you screw the worktops into place. age can be removed using fine sand-
installed. Its easier to see if every- installing a fan over a gas hob, you Because of moisture and steam, its paper. Wipe the sanded surface clean
back edge is resting on the wall
thing is level and fits correctly when must follow special regulations. important to have a moisture barrier and re-oil the affected area.
the cabinet is standing. These may be differ from country to strip. Through the holes at the top
under the worktop where you have the
country. Before you start, find out back corners of the cabinet, mark dishwasher. Use VARIABEL diffusion 1. Install cover panels 2. Install lighting 3. Put the shelves in place 4. Attach drawer fronts 5. Adjust drawer fronts Youve completed Step 6!
what regulations apply in where to drill for the fixing screw. barrier for extra protection.

(35 mm).
Temporarily secure the cover Now it is time to install lighting Insert four supports per shelf Using the hardware provided, Use a screwdriver to adjust the And shelves, lighting and drawers
your country. Set the cabinet aside. mount each drawer front to the
panel into place using a G- in your glass-door cabinets. Use into the predrilled holes in- drawer fronts and assure theyre are in place.
1. Mark the level lines 2. Cut base cabinet wall strips 3. Secure the wall strip 4. Start with the corner cabinet a qualified electrician for profes- side each cabinet, then rest the drawer box through the perfectly aligned. Attach knobs
clamp. Drill pilot holes through
Using the high point of the floor that Measure the length of the base and high Align the top edge of the wall strip with Attach legs to the front edges of the cab- Good to know: If theres no corner sional results. shelves on top of them. Think predrilled,prealigned holes. or handles to the drawer fronts
1. Fill in irregularities 2. Check the floor for uneven spots 3. Right-angled corners 1. Space between cabinets and walls 2. Exact measurement on the worktop 3. Saw the worktop the cabinet frame from the
you marked earlier, measure 16 cm up cabinets to be installed. Do not include the level line you marked at 16 cm in inets according to the assembly instruc- cabinet, install the cabinet that inside of the cabinets, being about what you need to store, after youve installed the draw-
Use a spirit level to check the walls. Find out if the floor is uneven. This is Use a try square to check that the the wall space behind appliances. Lay the worktop on top of the base Measure the worktop from the end of the If youre sawing by hand, we recommend
the wall. Use a spirit level to draw a line point 1, Step 4 . Secure it to the wall tions. If you are not using the wall strip will fit against the back and side careful not to drill through the and place the shelves to make ers in the cabinet frames. This
Mark any uneven spots. If major important to consider if you want to corner is at a right angle. If the gap Cut the wall strips into corresponding cabinets, allowing 5 mm at the back walls, base cabinet row out, allowing for the using a fine-toothed handsaw for control.
between the the tool and the wall is
on the wall at this height. studs. Should the end of the wall strip as support, attach back legs as well. walls. Make sure theres enough cover panel. Screw the cover best use of the space. You can makes it easier to be sure they
problems need to be fixed, its best to be sure there will be room for legs or lengths. Cut the strip 3.5 cm shorter fall between studs, secure it to the wall Always use a back leg at the end of the and a smaller space against the side wall cover panel plus a 2 cm overhang. Mark To avoid splintering the worktop, tape over
more than 6 mm, call for professional room between the cabinet and the panel into place. Remember that move the supports and the are all even, and at the same
hire a professional. It may also be plinths under all cabinets. Use a spirit where a side plinth is planned. with a mooring screw or expansion bolt. run it makes attaching the side plinth or high cabinets. If youre installing tops in with a pencil on the finished side if youll the area to be cut. If youre using a circular shelves anytime you wish. level.
help. In a U-shaped kitchen, measure side wall for the filler piece. an L shape, the two sections must meet in the cover panels must be short-
necessary to use shims when mounting level to check the areas where youll easier. For more, see Good to know. be using a handsaw and on the underside saw, turn the worktop face down and clamp
between opposite walls at a number of a butt join. (Do not make angle or mitre- ened 6 cm if you are not going to
wall cabinets. Shims are often used to be installing base or high cabinets. if using a circular saw. a straight-edge in place to guide the saw
spots to see if they are parallel. cut joins.) These steps allow the counter to install decor strips underneath
fill in gaps and correct the angle: Use Find the floors highest and lowest along the cut line. Finish the cut edge with
undergo normal expansion and contraction. the wall cabinets - saw the top

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a piece of wood, fibre-board or plywood points and use a pen to mark them on your file. Treat the cut edge.
edge so that the sawn surface
depending on the size of the gap. the wall.
is not visible from below.

Begin installing the wall cabinets

5. Use the right screws and fittings 6. Install the corner cabinet 7. Secure the cabinet to the wall 8. Install the next base cabinet 9. Drill through the cabinet walls
Drill holes at the spots youve marked. Lift the corner cabinet back into place Tighten the screws, but not completely. Mark, drill, and insert the screws for Using a 5 mm drill bit, drill through

The finishing touches makes all the difference


Be sure to use drill bits, screws and and adjust the height of the legs so that Be sure the cabinet is level, front-to- the next cabinet. Lift the cabinet into the third holes from the top and bot-
ttings that are appropriate for your it stands level. Use a spirit level to be back and side-to-side. Hint: If you plan place, carefully aligning it with the tom edges. When installing a drawer
wall material. If you have a plaster wall sure. Screw in both screws, but dont to install a corner carousel do it now. previous cabinet. Use a G-clamp to cabinet, drill through the fourth hole
and theres no wall stud where youve tighten them completely. Its much easier before the worktops fasten the cabinets together from the top. For BCKEBO, KALSEBO
drilled, insert a mooring screw before are in place. temporarily. or ULRIKSDAL doors, drill through the 4. Mark a spot for the sink side and front to back. Trace around the 5. Saw the sink hole 6. Seal the sink cutout 7. Room for the sink?
the screw and tighten halfway. fourth holes from the top and bottom. With the worktop in place, trace the inside edge of the sink with a pencil. Use a pen- Place the worktop on the sawhorses. Drill a To prevent moisture from penetrating the Fit the worktop back into place on the
of the base cabinet on the underside of cil and a straight edge, draw a cut line 10 mm hole for the keyhole-saw blade at worktop, apply a polyurethane silicone base cabinet. Check that the sink hole is

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4. The right height for the wall strip 5. Screw the wall strip to the wall 6. Start with a corner cabinet 7. Use the right screws and fittings 8. Install the corner cabinet the worktop. This helps assure that the sink inside this line. Read more in the assembly all four corners of the cut line. Following along the cut edges with a paintbrush. not obstructed by the top frame rails of the You only have you only have a few more things left other devises youve chosen to make the kitchen
Mark the position of the wall strip The upper edge of the wall strip should Lift the corner cabinet onto the wall Make sure that you use the right type of Hang the adjusting bracket on the cutout will be aligned correctly. Then, place instruction that came with your sink. this same cut line, saw the hole for the sink base cabinet. If it is, youll need to trim the
Draw a line on the wall 141 cm above the be level with the line on the wall. Use strip and mark where to drill through screws and fittings for the wall material. screw, align the cabinet using a spirit the sink upside down on the underside of unit. rails so that the sink will fit properly.
to do! But theyre important, so be sure to take safer for your children. Your new kitchen will then
highest point of the floor. This marks the a spirit level to ensure the wall strip is the hole in the wall fittings. Lift the Drill the holes, insert plugs if necessary level and screw in both screws but the worktop, positioning it correctly side to your time. Remember to install child-safe catches be a place for the whole family to enjoy!
bottom edge of the wall cabinets and the level when you fasten it to the wall. Lift cabinet down again. and screw one of the screws half way. dont tighten them completely.
correct position for the wall strip. the cabinets and rest them against the on the doors and drawers, hob guards and any
top edge of the wall strip.

10. Fasten cabinets together 11. Sawing holes for the plumbing 12. Install the high cabinet 13. Tighten all the screws 14. Measure filler pieces
Place the connection screws enclosed Before mounting the sink unit, saw The high cabinet should be installed When all base and high cabinets are Check the wall with your spirit level to
with the cabinet frames into the pre- holes for the water pipes and drains the same way you installed the base in place and aligned, make any final see if it is even and flat. If the wall is
drilled holes and tighten. Remove the either in the base of the cabinet (as cabinets. If youre using cover panels on adjustments before tightening all uneven, skip to picture 17. If the wall
G-clamp. Continue in this fashion with shown here) or through the back panel. the sides , follow the enclosed assem- screws into the wall. is even, measure the distance from the
the remaining cabinets. bly instruction to mount them before wall to the cabinet and mark this
installing the cabinet. distance at the top and bottom of the
filler piece.
Cut the template material so that its
9. Hang the next wall cabinet 10. Hang the remaining cabinets 11. Drill through cabinet wall 12. Fasten cabinets together 13. Tighten all the screws the same height as the cabinet. 1. Saw plinths 2. Finish the edges 3. Clip plinth into place 4. Attach decor strips 5. Install mouldings/cornices 6. Attach the hinge plate
8. Install the sink 9. Secure the worktop 10. Install the kitchen mixer tap 11. Sand and oil the worktop Youve completed Step 5!
Mark, drill, screw in screws, align the Hang the rest of cabinets in the same Youll nd predrilled holes on the inside Place the connection screws enclosed When all wall cabinets have been Hold it in place where the filler will be Carefully measure and mark Cover the cut edge of the plinths Follow the assembly instruction Measure, cut and fit the decor Follow the assembly instruction Screw the door hinge base plate
cabinet and tighten screws exactly as way, aligning each with the previous of each cabinet. Using a 5 mm drill bit, with the cabinet frames into the pre- mounted and aligned, tighten all screws Lift off the worktop and turn it upside Your worktop should be secured as shown If your sink is not pre-drilled for a mixer Your solid wood worktop was pretreated at And all the worktops and the sink are in
installed. Open the compass a couple of plinths so that they cover the with the enclosed edging strip. for attaching the plinth clips. At strips beneath the wall cabinets. included with the moulding/cor- into the first and second predrilled
you did with the corner cabinet. one. Use your G-clamps to temporarily drill through the fourth holes from both drilled holes and tighten. Remove the into the wall. Finally, remove the wall down, placing it back on your sawhorses. using the hardware provided. The slot- tap, youll need to cut the necessary holes the factory to condition and protect it until place.
inches and place the point against the open area below your base Press it on with a warm iron, corners set one clip facing up Instructions for installation and nice. Measure carefully so that holes located at the top and
fasten the new cabinet with the previ- the top and bottom edges. The rst and G-clamps. Continue fastening the re- strip youll need it again when Install the sink according to the assembly ted brackets allow the worktop to expand in the sink. Put a piece of masking tape installation. To prepare it for use, sand the
wall. Holding the compass horizontal cabinets. Cut the plinths to the then cut it to the right length. and the other down this allows placement are included with cornices will be the right length. bottom of each cabinet. If you choose
ous one. To avoid marring the surface of second holes are for door hinges. If you maining cabinets together in the same mounting the base cabinets. instruction enclosed with it. and contract normally. Set worktops in where the mixer tap will sit and use a pen surface with a fine sandpaper and finish
and level, follow the line of the wall so correct length using a fine- them both to fit on the same leg. the decor strips. Remember to For best results, use a mitre box ULRIKSDAL, BCKEBO or KALSEBO
your cabinets, use a small scrap of wood have any of the following doors: way. place, allowing the same gaps as when to mark where to drill the hole. Drill the it with an approved wood treatment oil, for
that the pencil traces a clear line on toothed handsaw. Snap the plinth into place. attach the sealing strips. saw to cut the corners of each kitchen doors, you must screw the
between the clamp and the cabinet. BCKEBO, KALSEBO or ULRIKSDAL, you measured. Locate attachment points at hole and install the mixer tap, following the example BEHANDLA.
the template. To cut the template to moulding/cornice at a 45 angle. hinge base plate into the second
the door hinges go in the second and the correct width, measure the distance regular intervals and drill pilot holes before assembly instructions enclosed with it.
and third predrilled holes.
third holes. from the farthest point on the wall to securing the top.
15. Cut filler pieces 16. Install filler pieces 17. Uneven walls the cabinet. Find the same point on the 18. Protect from dust
With a handsaw: draw a line connecting Put the filler piece in place with the cut If the wall is not level and flat, the filler template and mark it. Draw a straight To produce an airtight seal between
the top and bottom marks on the front edge against the wall. Attach by drill- must be cut to conform to the walls line from this point to the top and the wall and the cabinet, youll need to
side of the filler, and cut it with the face ing a screw through the predrilled holes shape. To do this, youll need to make bottom of the template to form the flat caulk around the filler pieces. Choose a
from the inside of the cabinet. To be a template for tracing the walls shape edge that will fit against the cabinet. well-made latex/silicon brand (it doesnt
side up. With a keyhole-saw: mark both
sure the filler piece stays in place, first onto the filler. A piece of thin plywood Cut the template and check that it fits, need to be waterproof.) Tape alongside
sides of the filler. Put masking tape over
fasten a strip to the wall. Install other or heavy cardboard makes a suitable then trace the shape onto the filler and the area to be caulked. Apply a bead of
the line on the front side to ensure an
filler pieces in the same way. When all template. Youll also need a measur- follow the cutting directions in caulk into the crevice.
even edge, without chipping. Cut it with
filler pieces are in place, go to 18. ing tape, pencil and compass. picture 15.
the back side up.

7. Snap the hinge to the door 8. Hang the doors 9. Attach door handles the place you are drilling so that the 10. Attach door bumpers Youve completed Step 7!
Youve completed Step 3! Insert the hinge body into the pre- Snap the hinge body onto the base A template makes it easy to place surface doesnt splinter when the Door bumpers allow you to close And your entire kitchen is in place and
And the wall cabinets are in place. drilled hole in the door and press plate and adjust the door to the handles in the same position on all drill bit goes through. the door quitely and softly. Screw ready to use. Consider complementing
as shown. No screws are needed correct position in width, depth doors. Be sure to check on which the bumpers on the upper inside of with wall accessories that save space
and height, using the adjustment side the door opens before you the cabinet, on the opposite side on the worktop.
screws. Instructions for doing this mark and drill the holes. Hold a of the hinge. Follow the assem-
are included with the hinges. block of wood behind the door at bly instruction. Or use the smaller
bumpers included with the hinges.

Inter IKEA Systems B.V. 2005.

Youve completed Step 4!


And the cabinet frames are in place.

When you see an orange dot in this guide, it mean theres a corresponding poster with the same number
that illustrates each step in the process. Hang the posters on the wall! Goggles protective glasses recommended when using electric drill or keyhole-saw

2 3
7 simple steps The tools youll need
to a brand new kitchen
We do a lot of groundwork to make it as simple as possible for you to The right tools are essential when assembling
assemble and install your new kitchen yourself. We even design our and installing your new kitchen.
kitchens with this in mind from the very start. The Do it Yourself Guide
you have in your hand will give you tips and ideas about how to assem- Heres a checklist of the tools youll need: Mitre box with saw
ble and install your new kitchen step-by-step. Carpenters rule/measuring tape - to ensure that you cut the cornices
Rasp/File at exactly the right angle
Adjustable spanner for working with
the hole cutter on the sink unit
Hire professionals Free installation film
Screwdriver/Star screwdriver
Its a good idea to contact qualified specialists You can also pick up a Kitchen Installation film
Pencil
early on to discuss the help youll need with on video or DVD at your IKEA store. It demon-
Hammer
plumbing, gas, electricity and with installing the strates the various phases in the process, step-
dishwasher, hob and lighting. by-step. And if, at any point, you should decide
that you would like help installing your kitchen
Before you begin or parts of it just ask at your IKEA store.
This guide takes you through the preparation
and installation process step-by-step. Weve also
included four corresponding posters with this Fine-toothed handsaw
guide hang them on the wall for a good over- for sawing worktops, plinths, etc.
view of each step in the process. Read through
both the guide and posters carefully before
starting to install your kitchen. Keyhole-saw
Spirit level
for sawing holes
for sink and fan.

3 4 5 6
Hole cutter - for G-clamps Try square Electric screwdriver/drill
Hang the wall cabinets Install base and high cabinets Install the worktop Install drawers, shelves & lighting drilling the hole
for the mixer tap
In most kitchens, its easiest to install the wall If you havent already done so in Step 1, measure Now its time for the base and high cabinets. In the following steps, youll install the legs at the Now its time to install the worktops and sink. a good idea to hire professionals to connect The cabinets have predrilled holes for quick and If you need to attach cover panels to the cabinet
cabinets first. This way there wont be any base and draw the position of the cabinets on the wall Before you begin, locate all plumbing, power front of the cabinets and secure a cabinet wall strip When measuring and sawing the solid the water, gas or electricity, and to easy installation of shelving, drawers and interior frames, put them on before you install interior fit-
cabinets to work around and you can more easily to be sure everything will fit. Its also important Hang this poster on the wall Hang this poster on the wall wood tops throughout this step, we suggest install the hob, dishwasher and lighting. Hang the poster on the wall fittings. This also makes it simple to make adjust- tings, since theyre screwed on from the inside. Hang the poster on the wall
sources and other utilities. Mark around these and to the wall. The wall strip is made of particleboard
so youll have your hands free! so youll have your hands free! so youll get your hands free! so youll get your hands free!
use a stepladder. If you dont have wall cabinets to to mark any uneven spots on the wall and smooth using a keyhole saw, cut the appropriate openings and comes packed together with the plinths. If you placing them on sawhorses for easiest ments or add interior fittings later on.
install, go straight to Step 4. them out with putty or shims. before you install the cabinets. prefer, instead of the wall strip for support, you handling. Once youve finished Step 5, its
can put legs on the back of the cabinets.

in the sink
Important before you begin installing

Good to know: If you will be Good to know: Before installing Good to know: Legs can be shared Good to know: If you have a kitchen Good to know! Sand and oil your
installing a high cabinet, dont make the fan cabinet saw a hole for the by two cabinets. See the assem- where two laminate worktops meet, worktop regularly for long-term beauty
final adjustments or fully tighten fan and fan duct. Instructions are bly instructions. Place the corner cover the join with a cover strip before and protection. Stains and minor dam-
the screws until after the cabinet is enclosed with the fan. If youre cabinet against the wall so that its you screw the worktops into place. age can be removed using fine sand-
installed. Its easier to see if every- installing a fan over a gas hob, you Because of moisture and steam, its paper. Wipe the sanded surface clean
back edge is resting on the wall
thing is level and fits correctly when must follow special regulations. important to have a moisture barrier and re-oil the affected area.
the cabinet is standing. These may be differ from country to strip. Through the holes at the top
under the worktop where you have the
country. Before you start, find out back corners of the cabinet, mark dishwasher. Use VARIABEL diffusion 1. Install cover panels 2. Install lighting 3. Put the shelves in place 4. Attach drawer fronts 5. Adjust drawer fronts Youve completed Step 6!
what regulations apply in where to drill for the fixing screw. barrier for extra protection.

(35 mm).
Temporarily secure the cover Now it is time to install lighting Insert four supports per shelf Using the hardware provided, Use a screwdriver to adjust the And shelves, lighting and drawers
your country. Set the cabinet aside. mount each drawer front to the
panel into place using a G- in your glass-door cabinets. Use into the predrilled holes in- drawer fronts and assure theyre are in place.
1. Mark the level lines 2. Cut base cabinet wall strips 3. Secure the wall strip 4. Start with the corner cabinet a qualified electrician for profes- side each cabinet, then rest the drawer box through the perfectly aligned. Attach knobs
clamp. Drill pilot holes through
Using the high point of the floor that Measure the length of the base and high Align the top edge of the wall strip with Attach legs to the front edges of the cab- Good to know: If theres no corner sional results. shelves on top of them. Think predrilled,prealigned holes. or handles to the drawer fronts
1. Fill in irregularities 2. Check the floor for uneven spots 3. Right-angled corners 1. Space between cabinets and walls 2. Exact measurement on the worktop 3. Saw the worktop the cabinet frame from the
you marked earlier, measure 16 cm up cabinets to be installed. Do not include the level line you marked at 16 cm in inets according to the assembly instruc- cabinet, install the cabinet that inside of the cabinets, being about what you need to store, after youve installed the draw-
Use a spirit level to check the walls. Find out if the floor is uneven. This is Use a try square to check that the the wall space behind appliances. Lay the worktop on top of the base Measure the worktop from the end of the If youre sawing by hand, we recommend
the wall. Use a spirit level to draw a line point 1, Step 4 . Secure it to the wall tions. If you are not using the wall strip will fit against the back and side careful not to drill through the and place the shelves to make ers in the cabinet frames. This
Mark any uneven spots. If major important to consider if you want to corner is at a right angle. If the gap Cut the wall strips into corresponding cabinets, allowing 5 mm at the back walls, base cabinet row out, allowing for the using a fine-toothed handsaw for control.
between the the tool and the wall is
on the wall at this height. studs. Should the end of the wall strip as support, attach back legs as well. walls. Make sure theres enough cover panel. Screw the cover best use of the space. You can makes it easier to be sure they
problems need to be fixed, its best to be sure there will be room for legs or lengths. Cut the strip 3.5 cm shorter fall between studs, secure it to the wall Always use a back leg at the end of the and a smaller space against the side wall cover panel plus a 2 cm overhang. Mark To avoid splintering the worktop, tape over
more than 6 mm, call for professional room between the cabinet and the panel into place. Remember that move the supports and the are all even, and at the same
hire a professional. It may also be plinths under all cabinets. Use a spirit where a side plinth is planned. with a mooring screw or expansion bolt. run it makes attaching the side plinth or high cabinets. If youre installing tops in with a pencil on the finished side if youll the area to be cut. If youre using a circular shelves anytime you wish. level.
help. In a U-shaped kitchen, measure side wall for the filler piece. an L shape, the two sections must meet in the cover panels must be short-
necessary to use shims when mounting level to check the areas where youll easier. For more, see Good to know. be using a handsaw and on the underside saw, turn the worktop face down and clamp
between opposite walls at a number of a butt join. (Do not make angle or mitre- ened 6 cm if you are not going to
wall cabinets. Shims are often used to be installing base or high cabinets. if using a circular saw. a straight-edge in place to guide the saw
spots to see if they are parallel. cut joins.) These steps allow the counter to install decor strips underneath
fill in gaps and correct the angle: Use Find the floors highest and lowest along the cut line. Finish the cut edge with
undergo normal expansion and contraction. the wall cabinets - saw the top

7
a piece of wood, fibre-board or plywood points and use a pen to mark them on your file. Treat the cut edge.
edge so that the sawn surface
depending on the size of the gap. the wall.
is not visible from below.

Begin installing the wall cabinets

5. Use the right screws and fittings 6. Install the corner cabinet 7. Secure the cabinet to the wall 8. Install the next base cabinet 9. Drill through the cabinet walls
Drill holes at the spots youve marked. Lift the corner cabinet back into place Tighten the screws, but not completely. Mark, drill, and insert the screws for Using a 5 mm drill bit, drill through

The finishing touches makes all the difference


Be sure to use drill bits, screws and and adjust the height of the legs so that Be sure the cabinet is level, front-to- the next cabinet. Lift the cabinet into the third holes from the top and bot-
ttings that are appropriate for your it stands level. Use a spirit level to be back and side-to-side. Hint: If you plan place, carefully aligning it with the tom edges. When installing a drawer
wall material. If you have a plaster wall sure. Screw in both screws, but dont to install a corner carousel do it now. previous cabinet. Use a G-clamp to cabinet, drill through the fourth hole
and theres no wall stud where youve tighten them completely. Its much easier before the worktops fasten the cabinets together from the top. For BCKEBO, KALSEBO
drilled, insert a mooring screw before are in place. temporarily. or ULRIKSDAL doors, drill through the 4. Mark a spot for the sink side and front to back. Trace around the 5. Saw the sink hole 6. Seal the sink cutout 7. Room for the sink?
the screw and tighten halfway. fourth holes from the top and bottom. With the worktop in place, trace the inside edge of the sink with a pencil. Use a pen- Place the worktop on the sawhorses. Drill a To prevent moisture from penetrating the Fit the worktop back into place on the
of the base cabinet on the underside of cil and a straight edge, draw a cut line 10 mm hole for the keyhole-saw blade at worktop, apply a polyurethane silicone base cabinet. Check that the sink hole is

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4. The right height for the wall strip 5. Screw the wall strip to the wall 6. Start with a corner cabinet 7. Use the right screws and fittings 8. Install the corner cabinet the worktop. This helps assure that the sink inside this line. Read more in the assembly all four corners of the cut line. Following along the cut edges with a paintbrush. not obstructed by the top frame rails of the You only have you only have a few more things left other devises youve chosen to make the kitchen
Mark the position of the wall strip The upper edge of the wall strip should Lift the corner cabinet onto the wall Make sure that you use the right type of Hang the adjusting bracket on the cutout will be aligned correctly. Then, place instruction that came with your sink. this same cut line, saw the hole for the sink base cabinet. If it is, youll need to trim the
Draw a line on the wall 141 cm above the be level with the line on the wall. Use strip and mark where to drill through screws and fittings for the wall material. screw, align the cabinet using a spirit the sink upside down on the underside of unit. rails so that the sink will fit properly.
to do! But theyre important, so be sure to take safer for your children. Your new kitchen will then
highest point of the floor. This marks the a spirit level to ensure the wall strip is the hole in the wall fittings. Lift the Drill the holes, insert plugs if necessary level and screw in both screws but the worktop, positioning it correctly side to your time. Remember to install child-safe catches be a place for the whole family to enjoy!
bottom edge of the wall cabinets and the level when you fasten it to the wall. Lift cabinet down again. and screw one of the screws half way. dont tighten them completely.
correct position for the wall strip. the cabinets and rest them against the on the doors and drawers, hob guards and any
top edge of the wall strip.

10. Fasten cabinets together 11. Sawing holes for the plumbing 12. Install the high cabinet 13. Tighten all the screws 14. Measure filler pieces
Place the connection screws enclosed Before mounting the sink unit, saw The high cabinet should be installed When all base and high cabinets are Check the wall with your spirit level to
with the cabinet frames into the pre- holes for the water pipes and drains the same way you installed the base in place and aligned, make any final see if it is even and flat. If the wall is
drilled holes and tighten. Remove the either in the base of the cabinet (as cabinets. If youre using cover panels on adjustments before tightening all uneven, skip to picture 17. If the wall
G-clamp. Continue in this fashion with shown here) or through the back panel. the sides , follow the enclosed assem- screws into the wall. is even, measure the distance from the
the remaining cabinets. bly instruction to mount them before wall to the cabinet and mark this
installing the cabinet. distance at the top and bottom of the
filler piece.
Cut the template material so that its
9. Hang the next wall cabinet 10. Hang the remaining cabinets 11. Drill through cabinet wall 12. Fasten cabinets together 13. Tighten all the screws the same height as the cabinet. 1. Saw plinths 2. Finish the edges 3. Clip plinth into place 4. Attach decor strips 5. Install mouldings/cornices 6. Attach the hinge plate
8. Install the sink 9. Secure the worktop 10. Install the kitchen mixer tap 11. Sand and oil the worktop Youve completed Step 5!
Mark, drill, screw in screws, align the Hang the rest of cabinets in the same Youll nd predrilled holes on the inside Place the connection screws enclosed When all wall cabinets have been Hold it in place where the filler will be Carefully measure and mark Cover the cut edge of the plinths Follow the assembly instruction Measure, cut and fit the decor Follow the assembly instruction Screw the door hinge base plate
cabinet and tighten screws exactly as way, aligning each with the previous of each cabinet. Using a 5 mm drill bit, with the cabinet frames into the pre- mounted and aligned, tighten all screws Lift off the worktop and turn it upside Your worktop should be secured as shown If your sink is not pre-drilled for a mixer Your solid wood worktop was pretreated at And all the worktops and the sink are in
installed. Open the compass a couple of plinths so that they cover the with the enclosed edging strip. for attaching the plinth clips. At strips beneath the wall cabinets. included with the moulding/cor- into the first and second predrilled
you did with the corner cabinet. one. Use your G-clamps to temporarily drill through the fourth holes from both drilled holes and tighten. Remove the into the wall. Finally, remove the wall down, placing it back on your sawhorses. using the hardware provided. The slot- tap, youll need to cut the necessary holes the factory to condition and protect it until place.
inches and place the point against the open area below your base Press it on with a warm iron, corners set one clip facing up Instructions for installation and nice. Measure carefully so that holes located at the top and
fasten the new cabinet with the previ- the top and bottom edges. The rst and G-clamps. Continue fastening the re- strip youll need it again when Install the sink according to the assembly ted brackets allow the worktop to expand in the sink. Put a piece of masking tape installation. To prepare it for use, sand the
wall. Holding the compass horizontal cabinets. Cut the plinths to the then cut it to the right length. and the other down this allows placement are included with cornices will be the right length. bottom of each cabinet. If you choose
ous one. To avoid marring the surface of second holes are for door hinges. If you maining cabinets together in the same mounting the base cabinets. instruction enclosed with it. and contract normally. Set worktops in where the mixer tap will sit and use a pen surface with a fine sandpaper and finish
and level, follow the line of the wall so correct length using a fine- them both to fit on the same leg. the decor strips. Remember to For best results, use a mitre box ULRIKSDAL, BCKEBO or KALSEBO
your cabinets, use a small scrap of wood have any of the following doors: way. place, allowing the same gaps as when to mark where to drill the hole. Drill the it with an approved wood treatment oil, for
that the pencil traces a clear line on toothed handsaw. Snap the plinth into place. attach the sealing strips. saw to cut the corners of each kitchen doors, you must screw the
between the clamp and the cabinet. BCKEBO, KALSEBO or ULRIKSDAL, you measured. Locate attachment points at hole and install the mixer tap, following the example BEHANDLA.
the template. To cut the template to moulding/cornice at a 45 angle. hinge base plate into the second
the door hinges go in the second and the correct width, measure the distance regular intervals and drill pilot holes before assembly instructions enclosed with it.
and third predrilled holes.
third holes. from the farthest point on the wall to securing the top.
15. Cut filler pieces 16. Install filler pieces 17. Uneven walls the cabinet. Find the same point on the 18. Protect from dust
With a handsaw: draw a line connecting Put the filler piece in place with the cut If the wall is not level and flat, the filler template and mark it. Draw a straight To produce an airtight seal between
the top and bottom marks on the front edge against the wall. Attach by drill- must be cut to conform to the walls line from this point to the top and the wall and the cabinet, youll need to
side of the filler, and cut it with the face ing a screw through the predrilled holes shape. To do this, youll need to make bottom of the template to form the flat caulk around the filler pieces. Choose a
from the inside of the cabinet. To be a template for tracing the walls shape edge that will fit against the cabinet. well-made latex/silicon brand (it doesnt
side up. With a keyhole-saw: mark both
sure the filler piece stays in place, first onto the filler. A piece of thin plywood Cut the template and check that it fits, need to be waterproof.) Tape alongside
sides of the filler. Put masking tape over
fasten a strip to the wall. Install other or heavy cardboard makes a suitable then trace the shape onto the filler and the area to be caulked. Apply a bead of
the line on the front side to ensure an
filler pieces in the same way. When all template. Youll also need a measur- follow the cutting directions in caulk into the crevice.
even edge, without chipping. Cut it with
filler pieces are in place, go to 18. ing tape, pencil and compass. picture 15.
the back side up.

7. Snap the hinge to the door 8. Hang the doors 9. Attach door handles the place you are drilling so that the 10. Attach door bumpers Youve completed Step 7!
Youve completed Step 3! Insert the hinge body into the pre- Snap the hinge body onto the base A template makes it easy to place surface doesnt splinter when the Door bumpers allow you to close And your entire kitchen is in place and
And the wall cabinets are in place. drilled hole in the door and press plate and adjust the door to the handles in the same position on all drill bit goes through. the door quitely and softly. Screw ready to use. Consider complementing
as shown. No screws are needed correct position in width, depth doors. Be sure to check on which the bumpers on the upper inside of with wall accessories that save space
and height, using the adjustment side the door opens before you the cabinet, on the opposite side on the worktop.
screws. Instructions for doing this mark and drill the holes. Hold a of the hinge. Follow the assem-
are included with the hinges. block of wood behind the door at bly instruction. Or use the smaller
bumpers included with the hinges.

Inter IKEA Systems B.V. 2005.

Youve completed Step 4!


And the cabinet frames are in place.

When you see an orange dot in this guide, it mean theres a corresponding poster with the same number
that illustrates each step in the process. Hang the posters on the wall! Goggles protective glasses recommended when using electric drill or keyhole-saw

2 3
1 2
A little preparation Check everything
saves a lot of time and start to assemble
Removing the old kitchen Double check to be sure you have all the parts for Assemble wall cabinets first
Switch off the electricity, gas and water before you Hire a professional for gas, water and electricity your kitchen. A good way is by checking the pack- Its easiest to start with assembling and installing
start. Remove the base cabinets first, so that you If youre re-routing water or gas pipes or making ages you have at home against the order list. Sort the wall cabinets. Follow the assembly instructions
can easily get to the wall cabinets. changes to electrical outlets, hire qualified special- the packages into groups for example, place all included in each package.
ists. They will do a safe and professional job and the wall cabinets together.
Evening out walls and floor you can be sure your home insurance will apply if then base and high cabinets and drawers
Flat, level surfaces are important for a good anything should go wrong, now or in the future. Use the right fixing hardware Follow the instructions for assembling base and
installation. The first three points on the Step 3 Plaster, wood or concrete Because there are many high cabinets and drawers. Screw the runners for
Poster show you what to do. If the walls or floor Prime, paint, lay the floor different types of wall, fixing hardware is not sup- drawers or pull-out baskets on the inside walls of
are extremely uneven or there are other major With the room empty, now is the time to prime plied with your cabinets. Most hardware stores or the base and high cabinets before assembling the
problems, we recommend you hire a professional walls, put on a first coat of paint, and/or install home improvement stores stock appropriate fixing cabinets themselves.
to fix them. new flooring. Keep in mind, new flooring is easier and they can help you choose the right hardware
to install now, but be sure to protect the surface for your walls. Place the cabinets in order
Marking cabinet positions until the kitchen is finished. The second coat of Arrange the cabinets into the order you will be
Measure the position of your cabinets and mark it paint and any wallpapering should be completed Keep the worktop indoors installing them so that you can quickly find the
by drawing directly on the wall. This helps you to after the cabinets are installed. Worktops should be stored indoors, in normal right cabinet when you need it. Dont put on the
be sure everything fits. room temperature and humidity. But be sure not doors, knobs, handles, shelves, wire baskets or
to lean them against warm radiators or lay them other pull-out interior fittings now. Wait till later.
on cold floors. They may absorb or discharge mois-
ture, which can cause them to warp.

4 5
1 2
A little preparation Check everything
saves a lot of time and start to assemble
Removing the old kitchen Double check to be sure you have all the parts for Assemble wall cabinets first
Switch off the electricity, gas and water before you Hire a professional for gas, water and electricity your kitchen. A good way is by checking the pack- Its easiest to start with assembling and installing
start. Remove the base cabinets first, so that you If youre re-routing water or gas pipes or making ages you have at home against the order list. Sort the wall cabinets. Follow the assembly instructions
can easily get to the wall cabinets. changes to electrical outlets, hire qualified special- the packages into groups for example, place all included in each package.
ists. They will do a safe and professional job and the wall cabinets together.
Evening out walls and floor you can be sure your home insurance will apply if then base and high cabinets and drawers
Flat, level surfaces are important for a good anything should go wrong, now or in the future. Use the right fixing hardware Follow the instructions for assembling base and
installation. The first three points on the Step 3 Plaster, wood or concrete Because there are many high cabinets and drawers. Screw the runners for
Poster show you what to do. If the walls or floor Prime, paint, lay the floor different types of wall, fixing hardware is not sup- drawers or pull-out baskets on the inside walls of
are extremely uneven or there are other major With the room empty, now is the time to prime plied with your cabinets. Most hardware stores or the base and high cabinets before assembling the
problems, we recommend you hire a professional walls, put on a first coat of paint, and/or install home improvement stores stock appropriate fixing cabinets themselves.
to fix them. new flooring. Keep in mind, new flooring is easier and they can help you choose the right hardware
to install now, but be sure to protect the surface for your walls. Place the cabinets in order
Marking cabinet positions until the kitchen is finished. The second coat of Arrange the cabinets into the order you will be
Measure the position of your cabinets and mark it paint and any wallpapering should be completed Keep the worktop indoors installing them so that you can quickly find the
by drawing directly on the wall. This helps you to after the cabinets are installed. Worktops should be stored indoors, in normal right cabinet when you need it. Dont put on the
be sure everything fits. room temperature and humidity. But be sure not doors, knobs, handles, shelves, wire baskets or
to lean them against warm radiators or lay them other pull-out interior fittings now. Wait till later.
on cold floors. They may absorb or discharge mois-
ture, which can cause them to warp.

4 5
3 4
Hang the Install base
wall cabinets and high cabinets
In most kitchens, the easiest place to begin is by Get a friend and a ladder to help you Step 4 includes: Corner cabinets first
installing the wall cabinets. This way there wont Hanging wall cabinets is easier if you have the As with wall cabinets, start by installing corner
be any base cabinets to work around and you help of a friend and a good stepladder. Always Mounting the base cabinet wall strip cabinets first. If your plan doesnt include a corner
can more easily use a stepladder. One exception, start with a corner cabinet and work your way Attaching cabinet legs cabinet, start with the cabinet that fits at the start
though, is if youre installing a single-line kitchen out. Installing base cabinets of the run in the corner where the back and side
with a high cabinet at one end. Then you should Installing high cabinets walls meet.
install the high cabinet first with the help of the Follow this process step-by-step in the Step 3 Poster. Levelling cabinets
Step 4 Poster, before proceeding to the wall Fastening cabinets together
cabinets. If you dont have wall cabinets to Tightening all the screws
install, go straight to Step 4. Installing filler pieces
Fit with a corner carousel
Step 3 includes:
IMPORTANT!
Finding wall studs Before putting in any of these cabinets, be sure
Screw the wall strip to the wall to measure, mark and cut openings for plumbing,
Mounting wall cabinets power sources and other utilities.
Levelling wall cabinets
Tightening all the screws

6 7
3 4
Hang the Install base
wall cabinets and high cabinets
In most kitchens, the easiest place to begin is by Get a friend and a ladder to help you Step 4 includes: Corner cabinets first
installing the wall cabinets. This way there wont Hanging wall cabinets is easier if you have the As with wall cabinets, start by installing corner
be any base cabinets to work around and you help of a friend and a good stepladder. Always Mounting the base cabinet wall strip cabinets first. If your plan doesnt include a corner
can more easily use a stepladder. One exception, start with a corner cabinet and work your way Attaching cabinet legs cabinet, start with the cabinet that fits at the start
though, is if youre installing a single-line kitchen out. Installing base cabinets of the run in the corner where the back and side
with a high cabinet at one end. Then you should Installing high cabinets walls meet.
install the high cabinet first with the help of the Follow this process step-by-step in the Step 3 Poster. Levelling cabinets
Step 4 Poster, before proceeding to the wall Fastening cabinets together
cabinets. If you dont have wall cabinets to Tightening all the screws
install, go straight to Step 4. Installing filler pieces
Fit with a corner carousel
Step 3 includes:
IMPORTANT!
Finding wall studs Before putting in any of these cabinets, be sure
Screw the wall strip to the wall to measure, mark and cut openings for plumbing,
Mounting wall cabinets power sources and other utilities.
Levelling wall cabinets
Tightening all the screws

6 7
5 6
Install Install drawers,
the worktop shelves and lighting
Now that the cabinet frames for your new You can read more about how to care for your solid The next step after the cabinet frames, worktops For complete details, follow the assembly instruc-
kitchen are in place, its time to install the wood worktop in the Step 5 Poster. and sink are in place is to add shelving, light- tions included in each package.
worktops and sink. ing, drawers and other accessories. All cabinet
frames have predrilled holes for quick and easy
Step 5 includes: installation of shelving, drawers and other interior
fittings. This also makes it simple to make adjust-
Measuring worktop lengths ments or add interior fittings later on.
Making a corner seam
Sawing the worktop Step 6 includes:
Cutting a hole for the sink
Sealing cut edges Installing cover panels
Installing the sink and the worktop Installing lighting
Installing the kitchen mixer tap Putting shelves in place
Installing and adjusting drawers

8 9
5 6
Install Install drawers,
the worktop shelves and lighting
Now that the cabinet frames for your new You can read more about how to care for your solid The next step after the cabinet frames, worktops For complete details, follow the assembly instruc-
kitchen are in place, its time to install the wood worktop in the Step 5 Poster. and sink are in place is to add shelving, light- tions included in each package.
worktops and sink. ing, drawers and other accessories. All cabinet
frames have predrilled holes for quick and easy
Step 5 includes: installation of shelving, drawers and other interior
fittings. This also makes it simple to make adjust-
Measuring worktop lengths ments or add interior fittings later on.
Making a corner seam
Sawing the worktop Step 6 includes:
Cutting a hole for the sink
Sealing cut edges Installing cover panels
Installing the sink and the worktop Installing lighting
Installing the kitchen mixer tap Putting shelves in place
Installing and adjusting drawers

8 9
7
The finishing touches Enjoy your new kitchen today!
makes all the difference And tomorrow.
Just a few details and fine adjustments and your Step 7 includes: You're done! Shinning clean sink
kitchen will be complete. From attaching knobs Time to step back and admire your new kitchen If you want your stainless steel sink to be bright,
and handles to checking the alignment of doors Attaching plinths and admire yourself for saving so much money shinny and scratch-free, clean it with a mild deter-
and drawers small details make a big differ- Concealing cables and worktop lighting by assembling and installing it yourself! If you gent and a sponge. Never use steel wool, steel
ence in how your kitchen looks and performs. Its with deco strips follow our care and maintenance advice, your new brushes, bleaching or scouring powders. Then
important to take your time and get them right. Installing mouldings/cornices IKEA kitchen will keep looking its best for many rinse it thoroughly and wipe with a dry cloth. Be
Hanging doors years to come. sure to clean in the direction of the metals grain.
There are many different handles and knobs. Attaching knobs and handles Avoid cleaning silver on your stainless steel sink
There are also different recommendations about Attaching door bumpers to cabinet frames Caring for your cabinets top, since this may discolour it.
where to position them on the doors and drawer Clean the doors, cabinet interiors and wood sur-
fronts so they will look and work at their best. faces with a soft, damp cloth. Use only cleaning
Speak with a kitchen expert at your IKEA store products intended for these materials. Do not use
and they will tell you whats recommended for just cleaning agents that contain ammonia, alcohol or
the knobs and handles youve chosen. abrasives. After cleaning, wipe down with a clean
dry cloth.

10 11
7
The finishing touches Enjoy your new kitchen today!
makes all the difference And tomorrow.
Just a few details and fine adjustments and your Step 7 includes: You're done! Shinning clean sink
kitchen will be complete. From attaching knobs Time to step back and admire your new kitchen If you want your stainless steel sink to be bright,
and handles to checking the alignment of doors Attaching plinths and admire yourself for saving so much money shinny and scratch-free, clean it with a mild deter-
and drawers small details make a big differ- Concealing cables and worktop lighting by assembling and installing it yourself! If you gent and a sponge. Never use steel wool, steel
ence in how your kitchen looks and performs. Its with deco strips follow our care and maintenance advice, your new brushes, bleaching or scouring powders. Then
important to take your time and get them right. Installing mouldings/cornices IKEA kitchen will keep looking its best for many rinse it thoroughly and wipe with a dry cloth. Be
Hanging doors years to come. sure to clean in the direction of the metals grain.
There are many different handles and knobs. Attaching knobs and handles Avoid cleaning silver on your stainless steel sink
There are also different recommendations about Attaching door bumpers to cabinet frames Caring for your cabinets top, since this may discolour it.
where to position them on the doors and drawer Clean the doors, cabinet interiors and wood sur-
fronts so they will look and work at their best. faces with a soft, damp cloth. Use only cleaning
Speak with a kitchen expert at your IKEA store products intended for these materials. Do not use
and they will tell you whats recommended for just cleaning agents that contain ammonia, alcohol or
the knobs and handles youve chosen. abrasives. After cleaning, wipe down with a clean
dry cloth.

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I nter I K EA Sys tem s B .V. 2005
Do it yourself guide
to installing your kitchen

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