How to Install Base Cabinets

Installing base cabinets in your kitchen is the next step in this series. For detailed instructions on base cabinet installation, click here: http://low.es/1Cx03X3

Difficulty Level: Advanced. If you are not 100% confident installing base cabinets, Lowe’s recommends that you hire a professional. Call 1-877-GO-LOWES or visit https://low.es/2WvVSdO to learn more about installation services through Lowe’s.

Watch the prep video here: http://bit.ly/1A5nUJF
Watch how to hang upper cabinets here: http://bit.ly/1CpLiFG

STEPS:
00:15 – Make risers for cabinets
00:40 – Installing first cabinet
01:16 – Position and connect next cabinet
01:50 – Even cabinets and shim
02:04 – Install around plumbing and gas
02:22 – Attach filler strip
02:54 – Tighten screws and finish
03:08 – Add toe kicks

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24 Replies to “How to Install Base Cabinets”

  1. This was great, finally a video that explains the real world issues about uneven walls and floors and provides the solutions. They are never difficult but no one ever shows them! Thank you!

  2. @1:45 I have that situation small corner lower kitchen cabinet section that’s really driving me crazy because trying to measure the thickness of a shim that’s basically behind the cabinet when it’s against the wall is something I haven’t perfected yet

  3. On the back of the cabinets you should use cabinetry screws , not sheetrock screws, because the tapered head of the sheetrock screws can crack the back panel …

  4. This video single handedly screwed Lowes out of their own business. Why pay you to do it for us when we can watch a 3 minute how to. 😂

  5. These are great only 3 1/2 minutes videos giving you the important information and details… I got some tips but I’m not doing it exact way seen in cabinets on top of floor for example

  6. Can I get guidance on how to do measurement for base cabinets not under kitchen platform but opposite to it..

  7. I'd caution against using 3inch screws for cabinets.
    Unless you know where your electrical and plumbing is in the wall you are taking a chance.
    1 1/4 front of stud to edge of hole for electrical and plumbing. 1/2 or 5/8 drywall plus cabinet back thickness. I'd use 2 1/2 max.

  8. Is it possible to replace 1 base cabinet in a lineup without completely removing the countertop?

  9. Thank you for not taking 48 minutes to get to the point. Kudos to whomever scripted/edited these videos.

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