Upper cabinets are easy to install even if you don t have a lot of experience but you will want to have someone help you.
How to install upper cabinets when floor is not level.
Before you install the cabinets use a stud finder and mark where the studs are located on your wall.
Using the outline you created on the wall measure the distance from the cabinet edge to the stud and transfer this to the cabinet.
With an 18 inch backsplash the total measurement should be 54 inches from the floor to the bottom of the upper cabinets.
Measure around the entire perimeter of the room using your tape measure.
Remember to account for the face frame.
How to install kitchen cabinets step 3.
Draw a horizontal line across the wall at this 54 inch point which will serve as a guide for hanging the cabinets.
If your floor is not level be sure to measure from the highest point along the wall.
Installing upper cabinets when ceiling is not level help.
Position the first cabinet set the first cabinet 1 4 in.
Measure the distance from the floor to your laser line.
Set your laser level according to the height of the base cabinets.
From the positioning line and shim the base until the top is even with the horizontal line and level from front to back.
Level and set the boxes kitchen floor cabinets photo 2.