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nlbnlbnlb13 Dec 2016 21:17Hello everyone,
I have now ordered my kitchen and am considering whether it might be better to place the entire kitchen on wooden beams at the same height instead of on plastic feet. I would build and screw together a frame made of wooden beams, lay it down, and then place the individual cabinets on top.
The reason is that I’m not sure if the floor is perfectly level, and with the frame construction, I expect to have a perfectly flat base to support the rest of the kitchen, which remains stable over time and doesn’t settle. I will be installing a concrete slab on top, so weight distribution is something to be mindful of anyway.
Since the countertop will also be 70cm (28 inches) high to accommodate the dryer underneath, I will need to build a wall-mounted structure from battens to support the countertop. This could be connected directly to the frame on the floor, providing solid support for everything. The washing machine and dryer would stand on the floor, installed so that either can be pulled out if needed without having to dismantle the entire kitchen in case of repairs.
What do you think? I just don’t fully trust those plastic feet for the long term, as I’m concerned they might eventually cause settling. Maybe there are some reliable feet available for purchase somewhere?
Best regards,
Johannes
I have now ordered my kitchen and am considering whether it might be better to place the entire kitchen on wooden beams at the same height instead of on plastic feet. I would build and screw together a frame made of wooden beams, lay it down, and then place the individual cabinets on top.
The reason is that I’m not sure if the floor is perfectly level, and with the frame construction, I expect to have a perfectly flat base to support the rest of the kitchen, which remains stable over time and doesn’t settle. I will be installing a concrete slab on top, so weight distribution is something to be mindful of anyway.
Since the countertop will also be 70cm (28 inches) high to accommodate the dryer underneath, I will need to build a wall-mounted structure from battens to support the countertop. This could be connected directly to the frame on the floor, providing solid support for everything. The washing machine and dryer would stand on the floor, installed so that either can be pulled out if needed without having to dismantle the entire kitchen in case of repairs.
What do you think? I just don’t fully trust those plastic feet for the long term, as I’m concerned they might eventually cause settling. Maybe there are some reliable feet available for purchase somewhere?
Best regards,
Johannes
You would need to level your beam frame accurately. This can be challenging because even high-quality construction lumber might be warped. Of course, you can use a spirit level and plane the legs of your structure repeatedly until the entire frame is at a consistent height.
The plastic legs provide sufficient stability and good adjustment options. Additionally, you can clip the base onto them without any visible screw heads or other makeshift solutions.
If you want a straight line and don’t want to adjust too many legs, use a wall-mounted rail and legs only at the front.
I’m not a fan of the idea to build a base frame from your own wooden beams. If something spills at some point, the wood will swell, and the frame will no longer be precisely aligned. If you use the plastic legs together with the original Metod base panels, the kitchen won’t be damaged by a slight flooding, as these base panels are also made of plastic in Metod kitchens. For example, if a wall connection (electricity or water) needs to be renewed after damage, you can remove the respective base cabinet attached to the plastic legs and pull it forward. With a wooden frame, you would also need to plan this in advance, and it will be more complicated to carry out.
If you want to stick to your idea, consider using steel profiles (but you will need the appropriate tools for cutting, etc.) or WPC decking beams for the terrace substructure, which are moisture-resistant. However, all of these options are usually much more expensive than the original plastic legs, even if you use simple construction lumber.
The plastic legs provide sufficient stability and good adjustment options. Additionally, you can clip the base onto them without any visible screw heads or other makeshift solutions.
If you want a straight line and don’t want to adjust too many legs, use a wall-mounted rail and legs only at the front.
I’m not a fan of the idea to build a base frame from your own wooden beams. If something spills at some point, the wood will swell, and the frame will no longer be precisely aligned. If you use the plastic legs together with the original Metod base panels, the kitchen won’t be damaged by a slight flooding, as these base panels are also made of plastic in Metod kitchens. For example, if a wall connection (electricity or water) needs to be renewed after damage, you can remove the respective base cabinet attached to the plastic legs and pull it forward. With a wooden frame, you would also need to plan this in advance, and it will be more complicated to carry out.
If you want to stick to your idea, consider using steel profiles (but you will need the appropriate tools for cutting, etc.) or WPC decking beams for the terrace substructure, which are moisture-resistant. However, all of these options are usually much more expensive than the original plastic legs, even if you use simple construction lumber.
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IKEA-Experte14 Dec 2016 00:41I share the same opinion as fleptin. If you have concerns about the weight, you can also add supports under the sidewalls.
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