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Oliveto197318 Jun 2012 13:36Hello,
I would like to know how IKEA envisions securing an island, or how it is installed by IKEA themselves. The kitchen planner always politely points out that additional fastening is necessary when the cabinets stand free. In our case, the island is about 360cm (12 feet) by 120cm (4 feet) and one side is against the wall. We also have underfloor heating, so I can’t just drill into the screed without caution...
Thanks
Oliver
I would like to know how IKEA envisions securing an island, or how it is installed by IKEA themselves. The kitchen planner always politely points out that additional fastening is necessary when the cabinets stand free. In our case, the island is about 360cm (12 feet) by 120cm (4 feet) and one side is against the wall. We also have underfloor heating, so I can’t just drill into the screed without caution...
Thanks
Oliver
I think it will be sufficient to screw the island to the wall at the front using dowels. Due to its own weight, it will hardly be possible to move it even by one millimeter once the cabinets are filled.
Otherwise, it is indeed possible to drill into the screed with underfloor heating. You would need to turn on the heating and use a thermal imaging camera to check where the heating pipes run. This equipment can possibly be borrowed from the local fire department or from companies that prepare energy performance certificates for houses.
Otherwise, it is indeed possible to drill into the screed with underfloor heating. You would need to turn on the heating and use a thermal imaging camera to check where the heating pipes run. This equipment can possibly be borrowed from the local fire department or from companies that prepare energy performance certificates for houses.
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Nayla_106823 Jun 2012 01:07Hi,
There are basically many options you can use without screwing into the floor.
1. Build a frame "inside" under the cabinets so that the cabinets rest on it. Additionally, always install all feet and toe kicks to ensure full stability.
2. This method is used, among others, by kitchen installers: take leftover countertop pieces, cut them to a height of 16cm (6 inches), and glue them with silicone in several places under the cabinets.
3. Install the entire kitchen on UTBY legs. Quite expensive.
4. Due to the length, install a UTBY base frame between the cabinets and use it as a seating area.
5. Extend the countertop at the end as a finishing panel down to the floor.
ALWAYS screw the cabinets to the wall and to each other, and pay attention to a balanced selection and positioning of the cabinets.
I hope there is something useful for you.
Best regards
Na.
There are basically many options you can use without screwing into the floor.
1. Build a frame "inside" under the cabinets so that the cabinets rest on it. Additionally, always install all feet and toe kicks to ensure full stability.
2. This method is used, among others, by kitchen installers: take leftover countertop pieces, cut them to a height of 16cm (6 inches), and glue them with silicone in several places under the cabinets.
3. Install the entire kitchen on UTBY legs. Quite expensive.
4. Due to the length, install a UTBY base frame between the cabinets and use it as a seating area.
5. Extend the countertop at the end as a finishing panel down to the floor.
ALWAYS screw the cabinets to the wall and to each other, and pay attention to a balanced selection and positioning of the cabinets.
I hope there is something useful for you.
Best regards
Na.
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