Comments for Fix My Cabinet http://fixmycabinet.com Cabinetry repair ideas that could save you thousands of dollars! Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:09:40 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 hourly 1 Comment on Getting Cabinets-Home Depot or Lowe’s by melissa http://fixmycabinet.com/2009/06/03/getting-cabinets-home-depot-or-lowe%e2%80%99s/comment-page-1/#comment-454 melissa Sun, 21 Feb 2010 07:18:50 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=1660#comment-454 I am a cabinet designer for Lowe's....I have been a designer there for almost 10 years now. I just would like to say, that it all depends on the cabinets you buy. If you buy the cheap off the shelf cabinets you are going to get a vinyl side, 1/2" shelves, stapled particleboard drawer boxes 1/2" thick, and laminated sides. These are of less quality than a semi-custom cabinet company would have to offer. The stock cabinetry is also limited in sizes and skus that most people need for the space they are trying to fill. It really really pays to check into the different qualities of cabinets. If you purchase Diamond, Shenandoah or Kraftmaid you will see that the build of the cabinet is much nicer...standard will be 3/4" shelving, 3/4" dovetail solid hardwood drawer boxes on Diamond, Kraftmaid; 5/8" dovetail solid hardwood drawer box on Shenandoah. Diamond and Kraftmaid also have standard an upgraded drawer glide with a self closing buffering glide that allows for an easy close. This is an option with Shenandoah. I do agree with Brian Dias..IT DOES DEPEND ON YOUR DESIGNER AND INSTALLER!! It is up to the designer to make sure at the VERY LEAST..the exposed sides of your cabinets are finished with a true plywood end. This will give you a finished side..whether it be oak, maple, cherry..whatever wood type you have selected. All three cabinet companies also offer an all plywood construction option from between 15-20% additional cost. This will eliminate the press/particle board all together! Well worth the investment. I am only telling you this, because it is important to know these things when shopping for cabinets. Do your research, and make sure you know what you are getting, and please ask questions! I have alot of experience in designing kitchens, and I pay very close attention to these details! I make sure I qualify each and every client to ensure they understand what they are purchasing. The warranties on the semi-custom cabinetry are usually limited lifetime warranties. The stock cabinets off the shelf usually are only warranted for a year to two years. Now that you are well informed on the different grades of cabinets, I encourage you to purchase your cabinetry at Lowe's. Invest your money wisely, and be sure you are getting a quality cabinet, that you won't have to replace in 5 years. Look into the semi-custom special order cabinetry with the nicer features, as this will be worth your investment in the long run. I am a cabinet designer for Lowe’s….I have been a designer there for almost 10 years now. I just would like to say, that it all depends on the cabinets you buy. If you buy the cheap off the shelf cabinets you are going to get a vinyl side, 1/2″ shelves, stapled particleboard drawer boxes 1/2″ thick, and laminated sides. These are of less quality than a semi-custom cabinet company would have to offer. The stock cabinetry is also limited in sizes and skus that most people need for the space they are trying to fill. It really really pays to check into the different qualities of cabinets. If you purchase Diamond, Shenandoah or Kraftmaid you will see that the build of the cabinet is much nicer…standard will be 3/4″ shelving, 3/4″ dovetail solid hardwood drawer boxes on Diamond, Kraftmaid; 5/8″ dovetail solid hardwood drawer box on Shenandoah. Diamond and Kraftmaid also have standard an upgraded drawer glide with a self closing buffering glide that allows for an easy close. This is an option with Shenandoah. I do agree with Brian Dias..IT DOES DEPEND ON YOUR DESIGNER AND INSTALLER!! It is up to the designer to make sure at the VERY LEAST..the exposed sides of your cabinets are finished with a true plywood end. This will give you a finished side..whether it be oak, maple, cherry..whatever wood type you have selected. All three cabinet companies also offer an all plywood construction option from between 15-20% additional cost. This will eliminate the press/particle board all together! Well worth the investment. I am only telling you this, because it is important to know these things when shopping for cabinets. Do your research, and make sure you know what you are getting, and please ask questions! I have alot of experience in designing kitchens, and I pay very close attention to these details! I make sure I qualify each and every client to ensure they understand what they are purchasing. The warranties on the semi-custom cabinetry are usually limited lifetime warranties. The stock cabinets off the shelf usually are only warranted for a year to two years. Now that you are well informed on the different grades of cabinets, I encourage you to purchase your cabinetry at Lowe’s. Invest your money wisely, and be sure you are getting a quality cabinet, that you won’t have to replace in 5 years. Look into the semi-custom special order cabinetry with the nicer features, as this will be worth your investment in the long run.

]]> Comment on Loose Sink Cabinet False Drawer Fronts Knobs or Handles by Heather http://fixmycabinet.com/2010/01/07/loose-sink-cabinet-false-drawer-fronts-knobs-handles/comment-page-1/#comment-453 Heather Sat, 20 Feb 2010 19:32:46 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=2815#comment-453 Yes, but how do you remove the existing handles from the sink cabinet false drawer front? Like you said, you cannot fit a driver into that area because the sink basin is in the way. Do you have any recommendation on which tools would help make this easier if the screws are too tight to remove by hand? Yes, but how do you remove the existing handles from the sink cabinet false drawer front? Like you said, you cannot fit a driver into that area because the sink basin is in the way. Do you have any recommendation on which tools would help make this easier if the screws are too tight to remove by hand?

]]> Comment on The Pros & Cons of Thermofoil Cabinet Doors by admin http://fixmycabinet.com/2008/12/12/the-pros-cons-of-thermofoil-cabinet-doors/comment-page-1/#comment-452 admin Sat, 20 Feb 2010 16:22:05 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=198#comment-452 No this is not normal. No this is not normal.

]]> Comment on Replacing a Deteriorating Particle Board Plastic Laminate Backsplash by admin http://fixmycabinet.com/2009/06/13/replacing-a-deteriorating-particle-board-plastic-laminate-backsplash/comment-page-1/#comment-451 admin Sat, 20 Feb 2010 16:19:45 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=1790#comment-451 Whereever there is a seam in the top section of the counter, I like to use plywood. The rest of the counter can be particle board. Always use pine or plywood for the backsplashes. If you want to make the entire counter our of plywood the expence is not that great, go for it. Whereever there is a seam in the top section of the counter, I like to use plywood. The rest of the counter can be particle board. Always use pine or plywood for the backsplashes.

If you want to make the entire counter our of plywood the expence is not that great, go for it.

]]> Comment on Sink Cut Out in Formica Counter Top by Mark http://fixmycabinet.com/2009/03/30/sink-cut-out-in-formica-counter-top/comment-page-1/#comment-450 Mark Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:05:50 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=845#comment-450 "Always cut from the bottom side of the counter with your saw." OR from the top (Formica) side using a REVERSE tooth blade in your sabre saw... “Always cut from the bottom side of the counter with your saw.”

OR from the top (Formica) side using a REVERSE tooth blade in your sabre saw…

]]> Comment on Replacing a Deteriorating Particle Board Plastic Laminate Backsplash by Tomarcus Ocel http://fixmycabinet.com/2009/06/13/replacing-a-deteriorating-particle-board-plastic-laminate-backsplash/comment-page-1/#comment-449 Tomarcus Ocel Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:29:52 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=1790#comment-449 What do you recommend for the counter top base? Some recommend MDF. Others recommend particleboard and the list goes on... I need some professional advise. Thanks tomarcus What do you recommend for the counter top base?
Some recommend MDF. Others recommend particleboard and the list goes on…
I need some professional advise.

Thanks
tomarcus

]]> Comment on Problems with Plastic Laminate Cabinets by Chris Clark http://fixmycabinet.com/2009/05/25/problems-with-plastic-laminate-cabinets/comment-page-1/#comment-446 Chris Clark Thu, 11 Feb 2010 18:05:02 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=1458#comment-446 I have an almost identical problem. Mine are also 3 years old in a new build. Builder also not in business any longer. I live in Farnborough, Hants. I have an almost identical problem. Mine are also 3 years old in a new build. Builder also not in business any longer. I live in Farnborough, Hants.

]]> Comment on The Pros & Cons of Thermofoil Cabinet Doors by Blanca Joshnick http://fixmycabinet.com/2008/12/12/the-pros-cons-of-thermofoil-cabinet-doors/comment-page-1/#comment-444 Blanca Joshnick Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:10:35 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=198#comment-444 My 3 year old laminate kitchen cabinets are delaminating after a few cold days a month ago. Is this normal? My 3 year old laminate kitchen cabinets are delaminating after a few cold days a month ago. Is this normal?

]]> Comment on Problems with Plastic Laminate Cabinets by lisa http://fixmycabinet.com/2009/05/25/problems-with-plastic-laminate-cabinets/comment-page-1/#comment-443 lisa Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:09:54 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?p=1458#comment-443 This problem is the same as mine also the business as gone out of business, 14 cubaords out of 23 have done this also my kitchen is only a few years old, have you had any luck? <a href="#comment-404" rel="nofollow">@Blanca Joshnick </a> This problem is the same as mine also the business as gone out of business, 14 cubaords out of 23 have done this also my kitchen is only a few years old, have you had any luck? @Blanca Joshnick

]]> Comment on Cabinetry Repair Sarasota Florida Area by Sarah http://fixmycabinet.com/about/cabinetry-repair-sarasota-florida/comment-page-1/#comment-440 Sarah Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:23:31 +0000 http://fixmycabinet.com/?page_id=542#comment-440 Hi! I am looking to take out old cabinets in my kitchen and replace them with some Ikea cabinetry I am purchasing, and I am trying to find someone who can do this for me in a span of two to three days max. The old cabinetry was damaged after a burst pipe flooded the kitchen. Can you help me with this? Along with replacing the sink and reconnecting the plumbing, electricity? Thanks, Sarah Hi!

I am looking to take out old cabinets in my kitchen and replace them with some Ikea cabinetry I am purchasing, and I am trying to find someone who can do this for me in a span of two to three days max. The old cabinetry was damaged after a burst pipe flooded the kitchen. Can you help me with this? Along with replacing the sink and reconnecting the plumbing, electricity?

Thanks,

Sarah

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