Kitchen Base Unit Installations
Kitchen Base Unit Installations
Are there any kitchen fitters on here (or anyone with actual knowledge of kitchen installations).
We have had an issue come to light whereby we had squeaking noise when the washing machine was on a spin cycle. I got the remediation team for the builders (new build, been in nearly 2 years) and they identified that the metal bracket that was meant to fix the base unit adjacent to the washing machine to the wall was not fixed at all to the wall. The "fix" was to remove the bracket from the base unit all together, so now there's no squeak.
However, we decided to inspect all the base units, and none of them are fixed directly to the wall in any way. The only fixing point to the actual wall is the upstand across the top of the worktop.
If you have any experience of fitting kitchens - what are your thoughts on this? and do you think the manufacturers warranty would be affected? (I have contacted the kitchen manufacturer for comment).
thanks all
We have had an issue come to light whereby we had squeaking noise when the washing machine was on a spin cycle. I got the remediation team for the builders (new build, been in nearly 2 years) and they identified that the metal bracket that was meant to fix the base unit adjacent to the washing machine to the wall was not fixed at all to the wall. The "fix" was to remove the bracket from the base unit all together, so now there's no squeak.
However, we decided to inspect all the base units, and none of them are fixed directly to the wall in any way. The only fixing point to the actual wall is the upstand across the top of the worktop.
If you have any experience of fitting kitchens - what are your thoughts on this? and do you think the manufacturers warranty would be affected? (I have contacted the kitchen manufacturer for comment).
thanks all
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All base units should be fixed to the wall.,
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One of two kitchens we’ve just finished fitting. All base units are secured to the wall. Can’t show you as the worktops are on.
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New builds are guaranteed for 2 years. So don't delay any action with the house builder or it will become your problem not theirs.
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Nice work Heath.Heathclaret wrote: ↑Wed Nov 18, 2020 1:39 pmBE677D26-08E4-4FF3-934B-E463DA8B2A28.jpeg
Tried to upload three pictures, but I’m in the middle of nowhere.
One of two kitchens we’ve just finished fitting. All base units are secured to the wall. Can’t show you as the worktops are on.
May be in touch in the new year. Do you have a website.
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thanks Heathclaret, thats a fine looking kitchen. Please can you verify whether the method of attachment to the wall is with a metal bracket towards the top (as per attached photo) or are there other methods to attach to the wall that are not easily visible.Heathclaret wrote: ↑Wed Nov 18, 2020 1:39 pmBE677D26-08E4-4FF3-934B-E463DA8B2A28.jpeg
Tried to upload three pictures, but I’m in the middle of nowhere.
One of two kitchens we’ve just finished fitting. All base units are secured to the wall. Can’t show you as the worktops are on.
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already reported as an issue, I've queried with the kitchen manufacturer whether the kitchen's 5 year warranty would be affected by incorrect installation too.Quickenthetempo wrote: ↑Wed Nov 18, 2020 1:54 pmNew builds are guaranteed for 2 years. So don't delay any action with the house builder or it will become your problem not theirs.
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I have just had a kitchen installed and ALL base units were secured to the wall !
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That rightmost switch is making my eyes hurt...
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First thing a noticed. That would absolutely bug me.
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I’m sure it will be adjusted by the electrician, it’s almost like three steps. Tiling also yet to be done.
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Yes, a fixing on the left and right of the base unit to secure to the wall.Zlatan wrote: ↑Wed Nov 18, 2020 2:59 pmthanks Heathclaret, thats a fine looking kitchen. Please can you verify whether the method of attachment to the wall is with a metal bracket towards the top (as per attached photo) or are there other methods to attach to the wall that are not easily visible.
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Not easily seen as the brackets are set below the worktop. Caps are then fitted in the Pre drilled hole to hide the opening.
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I don’t have a website, I get enough work by recommendation, the two we’ve done recently, one of which is in the photos, are for a local building firm.cricketfieldclarets wrote: ↑Wed Nov 18, 2020 2:43 pmNice work Heath.
May be in touch in the new year. Do you have a website.
I think I live too far away to do your kitchen, otherwise I would have given you a great price.
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I live in a camper van.Heathclaret wrote: ↑Wed Nov 18, 2020 8:34 pmI don’t have a website, I get enough work by recommendation, the two we’ve done recently, one of which is in the photos, are for a local building firm.
I think I live too far away to do your kitchen, otherwise I would have given you a great price.
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In my experience electricians have lopsided eyesight when it comes to making sockets and switches level.Why they don't carry a small spirit level is beyond me.
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Well, drive it to Bracebridge Heath and I’ll fit your kitchen for you. Birdy price for a fellow Claret.
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