How are kitchen base cabinets attached to the wall?

Attaching kitchen base cabinets to the wall is crucial in any kitchen renovation project. It ensures the cabinets are securely fastened and withstand everyday wear and tear.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to attach kitchen base cabinets to the wall:

Gather the necessary tools and materials:

Stud finder
Drill
Screwdriver
Level
Shims
Wall cleats
Screws
Toe kick
Countertop

Steps:

Locate wall studs: Using a stud finder, locate the wall studs behind the area where you intend to install the cabinets. Mark the locations of the studs on the wall.
Attach wall cleats: Cut wall cleats to the length of each cabinet. Secure one wall cleat to each stud using screws. Ensure the cleats are level and aligned.
Position the first cabinet against the wall, aligning it with the marked stud locations. Check for levelness using a spirit level and adjust the position using shims if necessary.
Attach the cabinet to the wall cleat: Drill pilot holes through the back of the cabinet and into the wall cleat. Secure the cabinet to the cleat using screws. Repeat this process for each cabinet, ensuring they are level and aligned.
Install toe kick: Measure and cut the toe kick to fit the length of the cabinets. Attach the toe kick to the base of the cabinets, ensuring it is flush with the floor.
Install countertop: Carefully lift and place the countertop onto the cabinets.

Ensure the countertop is level and overhangs the cabinets evenly.
Secure the countertop to the cabinets according to the manufacturer's instructions.