Cabinet Installation Tips and Professional Advice

Installing cabinets isn't just about getting them attached to the wall—it's about making sure they look right, function properly, and stay that way for years to come. Even high-quality cabinets can end up with uneven reveals, poor appliance fit, or alignment issues if a few important installation details are overlooked.

In this guide, I'll share the cabinet installation tips and professional advice I've learned from years of manufacturing and supplying cabinets. Whether you're installing the cabinets yourself or working with a contractor, these practical tips will help you avoid common mistakes, work more efficiently, and achieve a professional-looking finished result.

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Before You Begin

Taking a few minutes to prepare your workspace before installation begins can save time, reduce frustration, and help the entire project go more smoothly. A little preparation now will make cabinet installation safer, more efficient, and help prevent unnecessary damage to your cabinets or home.

Prepare Your Workspace

Before bringing cabinets into the room, remove anything that could get in the way, including boxes, debris, leftover demolition materials, and unnecessary tools. A clean workspace is safer, provides more room to maneuver cabinets into position, and reduces the chance of damaging finished cabinet surfaces.

If you're remodeling an existing kitchen, remove all baseboards, shoe molding, and any crown molding that could interfere with cabinet installation. Starting with a clean, unobstructed workspace makes every step that follows easier.

Organize Your Cabinets Before Installation

Before installation begins, arrange the assembled cabinets according to your kitchen layout or design plan. Confirm that each cabinet is the correct size and identify its installation location before carrying it into position. Taking a few minutes to organize everything now reduces unnecessary lifting, helps prevent installation mistakes, and makes the entire installation process much more efficient..

Organize Your Tools

Before installation begins, gather all of the tools you'll need and create one dedicated work area for them. We typically set our tools up around the battery chargers so every tool has a designated place. It may sound simple, but it saves a surprising amount of time because you're not constantly searching for tools throughout the day.

Keep a notebook and pencil nearby for measurements, calculations, and installation notes. If the walls haven't been painted yet, don't hesitate to write temporary measurements or layout notes directly on the drywall. We do it all the time during installations. Just be sure any markings are removed or covered before painting.

Remove Cabinet Doors and Drawers

Before installing the cabinet boxes, remove all cabinet doors and drawers whenever possible. This makes the cabinets lighter, easier to handle, and greatly reduces the risk of damaging finished doors during installation.

We recommend removing the door from the hinge rather than removing the hinge from the cabinet frame. This keeps the hinge adjustments intact and makes reinstalling the doors much quicker once the cabinets are secured.

As you remove doors and drawers, label each one with painter's tape so it can be returned to its original cabinet after installation. Even though many cabinets look identical, taking a few seconds to label everything can save time and prevent unnecessary adjustments later.

Protect Finished Cabinet Surfaces

Protecting your cabinets during installation is much easier than repairing damage afterward. Keep a moving blanket nearby to protect finished cabinet faces whenever cabinets are laid on the floor or leaned against a wall. If you're working around finished flooring, consider using cardboard or protective floor covering to help prevent scratches and dents while moving cabinets into place.

Treat every cabinet as if it's already installed in your customer's home. Taking a few extra minutes to protect finished surfaces now can prevent costly repairs later.

Tools You'll Need

Having the right tools within reach before you begin can make cabinet installation safer, easier, and more efficient. While you may not need every item on this list for your particular project, these are the tools we regularly use during cabinet installations.

Tip: You don't need every tool shown below for every installation. Many homeowners already own most of these tools, while others can often be borrowed or rented.

🧹 Prepare Your Workspace

Broom

Dust Pan

Garbage Can

Moving Blanket

📏 Measuring & Layout

Tape Measure

Level

Stud Finder

Pencil

Notebook

Square

🔨 Installation Tools

Drill

Impact Driver

Clamps

Cabinet Screws

Shims

Pry Bar

Utility Knife

Ladder

🦺 Safety Equipment

Safety Glasses

Hearing Protection

Check That the Floor Is Level Before Installing Cabinets

Before installing the first cabinet, take the time to determine whether the floor is level. Even in new construction, floors are rarely perfectly level. If you begin installing cabinets without first identifying any high or low spots, small variations in the floor can affect the entire installation.

Professional installers always establish a level reference before setting the first cabinet. Taking a few extra minutes now can save hours of adjustments later and help ensure your cabinets, countertops, and appliances align properly.

Why It Matters

Cabinets should be installed level, regardless of whether the floor beneath them is perfectly level. If the first cabinet follows the slope of the floor instead of a level reference, each additional cabinet will continue that error across the entire kitchen.

An unlevel cabinet installation can lead to uneven countertop surfaces, visible gaps between cabinets, appliance fitment issues, and doors or drawers that don't align correctly. Starting with a level reference helps prevent these problems before they begin.

Common Mistakes

• Assuming a newly constructed floor is perfectly level.
• Checking the floor in only one location instead of across the entire cabinet run.
• Beginning installation in a corner without identifying the highest point of the floor.
• Trying to force cabinets to match an uneven floor instead of using shims to level them.

Professional Advice

We always check the floor across the entire cabinet layout before installing the first cabinet. Once the highest point is identified, we establish a level reference line and install every base cabinet to that line—not to the floor. Low areas are corrected with shims, keeping the entire cabinet run level and producing a much cleaner finished installation.

Find and Mark Every Wall Stud Before Hanging Cabinets

Before hanging a single cabinet, locate and mark every wall stud along the entire cabinet run. Taking a few minutes to mark them now makes installation faster and helps prevent missed fasteners later.

Why It Matters

Wall cabinets become extremely heavy once they're filled with dishes, cookware, and food. Properly fastening cabinets into wall studs provides the strength needed to safely support that weight for years to come.

Having every stud clearly marked also allows you to focus on positioning and leveling the cabinets instead of searching for studs while supporting their weight.

Common Mistakes

• Assuming every stud is exactly 16 inches on center.
• Marking only a few studs instead of the entire cabinet run.
• Forgetting to remark stud locations after making layout marks.
• Relying on drywall anchors where a wall stud is available.

Professional Tip

We mark the center of every stud with a vertical pencil line that extends from just above the floor to several inches above the upper cabinets. Keeping the centerline visible throughout the installation makes it easy to locate each stud, even after cabinets begin covering the wall.

If a stud finder gives you an uncertain reading, take a moment to verify the location before hanging the cabinet. It's much easier to confirm a stud now than reposition a cabinet later.

Optional: Build a Cabinet Bank Before Installation

Building a cabinet bank before installation is a technique many professional installers use when conditions allow. It works especially well when installing two or more cabinets in a straight run, you have adequate floor space to assemble the cabinets, and at least two people are available to safely lift the completed assembly.

Building a cabinet bank allows adjacent cabinets to be aligned and fastened together before they are mounted to the wall. This can speed up installation, improve alignment, and reduce the amount of adjustment required after the cabinets are in place.

This method is not practical for every installation. Tight kitchens, limited workspace, or working alone may make it easier to install each cabinet individually. Both methods produce excellent results when installed correctly.

This technique can be used with both wall cabinets and base cabinets whenever two or more adjacent cabinets are being installed.

Why It Matters

Our all wood shaker cabinet face frames extend approximately 1/4 inch beyond each side of the cabinet box, making the cabinet box about 1/2 inch narrower than the finished face frame width.

When two cabinets are clamped together, the face frames touch, but the cabinet boxes remain separated by approximately 1/2 inch. Because of this gap, a completed cabinet bank should be connected at both the front and the rear.

The face frames provide precise alignment and create a seamless appearance across the cabinet run, while rear toe kick spacers tie the cabinet boxes together into a rigid assembly. This removes unnecessary stress from the face frames when the cabinet bank is lifted and installed.

STEP 1: CLAMP AND SCREW THE FACE FRAMES TOGETHER

Position the adjacent cabinets so the face frames are perfectly flush. Use one or more clamps to hold the cabinets securely while verifying that the face frames are aligned from top to bottom.

Once aligned, drill a countersunk pilot hole through one face frame into the adjoining face frame. Install a 2-inch or 1-3/4 drywall screw in the countersunk hole to securely fasten the cabinets together. Continue down the frame, spacing holes about 8" apart. Repeat this process at each face frame connection until the cabinet bank is fully assembled.

Taking a few extra minutes to properly align the face frames will produce a much cleaner finished cabinet installation.

STEP 2: INSTALL REAR SPACERS

After the face frames have been secured, install 1/2-inch plywood or scrap toe kick spacers between the cabinet backs.

Fasten each spacer to the cabinet boxes using wood screws, creating a rigid connection between adjacent cabinets. These spacers bridge the 1/2-inch gap created by the face frame overhang and prevent the face frames from carrying the weight of the cabinet bank during lifting and installation.

The result is a strong cabinet assembly that stays aligned more easily and can be installed as a single unit.

IF INSTALLING CABINETS INDIVIDUALLY

Building a cabinet bank is optional. Many installations are completed by installing one cabinet at a time.

When installing cabinets individually, install and secure the first cabinet before positioning the next cabinet beside it. Clamp the adjoining face frames until they are perfectly flush, then drill a countersunk pilot hole and install 2-inch or 1-3/4 drywall screws to fasten the face frames together.

Because each cabinet is already secured to the wall, rear spacers are not required when installing cabinets individually. However, the face frames should always be fastened together whenever two adjacent cabinets meet to create the cleanest possible appearance and maintain proper alignment across the cabinet run.

COMMON MISTAKES

• Assuming every installation should be assembled into a cabinet bank.
• Joining cabinets without clamping the face frames flush first.
• Driving screws without drilling countersunk pilot holes.
• Lifting a completed cabinet bank without connecting the cabinet boxes at the rear.
• Assuming the face frames alone are designed to support the weight of a cabinet bank during lifting.
• Forgetting to fasten adjacent face frames together when installing cabinets individually.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

At American Made Cabinets, we build cabinet banks whenever the installation conditions make it practical because it improves alignment and can speed up installation. However, many kitchens are successfully installed one cabinet at a time.

Regardless of which installation method you choose, every pair of adjacent cabinets should have their face frames clamped, aligned, and screwed together. When building a cabinet bank, the cabinet backs should also be connected with 1/2-inch plywood spacers to create a rigid assembly that protects the face frames during lifting and installation.

INSTALL THE WALL CABINETS FIRST

Installing the wall cabinets before the base cabinets provides more working room and eliminates the need to reach over finished base cabinets while lifting heavy wall cabinets into position. Whether you're installing a cabinet bank or individual wall cabinets, beginning with the wall cabinets helps reduce the risk of damaging the base cabinets during installation.

WHY IT MATTERS

Wall cabinets become significantly heavier once they are filled with dishes, cookware, and pantry items. Properly fastening them to wall studs is critical for long-term safety and performance.

Installing the wall cabinets first also gives you unobstructed access to the wall, making it easier to position, level, and secure each cabinet.

STEP 1: MARK THE BOTTOM OF THE WALL CABINETS

Using the highest point of the finished floor that you identified earlier, measure up to the desired height for the bottom of the wall cabinets. In a standard kitchen, this is typically 54 inches, based on 34½-inch base cabinets, a 1½-inch countertop, and an 18-inch space between the countertop and the wall cabinets.

Using a level or laser level, extend this reference line across the entire cabinet run. This line establishes the installation height for the wall cabinets and serves as the reference for the temporary ledger board.

Because the measurement is taken from the highest point of the floor, the wall cabinets will remain perfectly level. Any variations in the floor will later be corrected by shimming the base cabinets rather than allowing the wall cabinets to follow an uneven floor.

STEP 2: INSTALL A TEMPORARY LEDGER BOARD

Fasten a straight 1×4 or similar ledger board along the level reference line, securing it directly into the wall studs.

The ledger board temporarily supports the weight of the wall cabinets while they are positioned, allowing you to focus on leveling and fastening the cabinets instead of holding their weight.

STEP 3: POSITION THE FIRST WALL CABINET OR CABINET BANK

If installing a cabinet bank, lift the assembled cabinet bank onto the ledger board.

If installing individual cabinets, begin with the corner cabinet or the cabinet that best establishes the layout, then continue outward according to your cabinet plan.

Confirm that the cabinet is level and plumb before installing any mounting screws.

STEP 4: FASTEN THE CABINET TO THE WALL

Drive cabinet mounting screws through the cabinet's upper and lower mounting rails directly into the wall studs.

Do not fully tighten the screws until the cabinet has been checked for level, plumb, and alignment.

STEP 5: CONTINUE INSTALLING THE REMAINING WALL CABINETS

Continue installing each cabinet or cabinet bank, checking level frequently as you progress.

When installing cabinets individually, clamp the adjoining face frames flush and fasten them together with 2-inch or 1-3/4 drywall screws through countersunk pilot holes before fully tightening the wall mounting screws.

If installing a cabinet bank, the face frames and rear spacers will already have been installed before lifting the assembly into place.

COMMON MISTAKES

• Installing base cabinets before wall cabinets.
• Failing to install a temporary ledger board.
• Tightening mounting screws before checking level and plumb.
• Fastening cabinets into drywall instead of wall studs.
• Forgetting to connect adjacent face frames when installing individual cabinets.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

At American Made Cabinets, we always verify that each wall cabinet is level, plumb, and fully supported before tightening the mounting screws. If the wall is not perfectly flat, never use the mounting screws to pull the cabinet tight against the drywall. Doing so can twist the cabinet, affect door and drawer alignment, and place unnecessary stress on the cabinet joints.

Instead, install wood shims behind the cabinet mounting rails wherever gaps exist between the cabinet and the wall. The mounting screws should compress the cabinet firmly against the shims—not bend the cabinet to match an uneven wall. Taking the time to shim properly results in a straighter cabinet run, better door and drawer alignment, and a more professional finished installation.

INSTALL THE BASE CABINETS

With the wall cabinets securely installed, you're ready to install the base cabinets. Whether you're installing individual cabinets or a cabinet bank, the goal is the same: every cabinet should be level, plumb, securely fastened, and aligned with the adjoining cabinets.

Begin with the cabinet that best establishes your layout—typically a corner cabinet or the cabinet that determines the position of major appliances or sink locations. From there, continue installing the remaining cabinets according to your layout plan.

WHY IT MATTERS

Unlike wall cabinets, base cabinets establish the foundation for your countertops. Even small errors in level or alignment can affect countertop installation, appliance fit, and the appearance of doors and drawers.

Taking the time to level each cabinet as you progress produces straighter cabinet runs, tighter joints, and a more professional finished installation.

STEP 1: POSITION THE FIRST BASE CABINET

Place the first base cabinet in its planned location.

If you're installing a cabinet bank, position the assembled cabinet bank according to your layout.

If you're installing individual cabinets, begin with the corner cabinet whenever possible or with the cabinet that best establishes the cabinet run.

Position the cabinet so it aligns with your layout marks while maintaining the proper distance from adjoining walls and appliances.

STEP 2: LEVEL THE CABINET

Using the level reference line established from the highest point of the finished floor, check the cabinet for level from side to side and front to back.

If the floor is uneven, install wood shims beneath the cabinet until it is perfectly level.

Never allow the cabinet to follow the slope of the floor. The cabinet should remain level, with any floor variations corrected by shimming.

STEP 3: FASTEN THE CABINET TO THE WALL

Once the cabinet is level and properly positioned, drive cabinet mounting screws through the upper mounting rail and into the wall studs.

If gaps exist between the cabinet and the wall, install wood shims behind the mounting rail before tightening the screws. Tighten the screws against the shims—not against the drywall—to avoid twisting the cabinet.

STEP 4: INSTALL THE NEXT CABINET

Position the next cabinet beside the first.

If installing individual cabinets, clamp the adjoining face frames until they are perfectly flush. Drill countersunk pilot holes and install 2-inch or 1-3/4 drywall screws to fasten the face frames together before fully tightening the wall mounting screws.

If installing a cabinet bank, simply position the next assembled bank and continue fastening it to the wall.

Continue checking each cabinet for level as you progress across the cabinet run.

STEP 5: TRIM EXCESS SHIM MATERIAL

After the entire cabinet run has been installed, leveled, and securely fastened to the wall, trim any exposed shim material that extends beyond the cabinet using a utility knife, oscillating multi-tool, or flush-cut saw.

Leave the shims in place beneath the cabinets and behind the mounting rails. Only remove the portion extending beyond the cabinet so the finished installation has a clean appearance and the toe kick can be installed properly.

COMMON MISTAKES

• Allowing the cabinets to follow an uneven floor.
• Forgetting to shim beneath cabinets before fastening them.
• Pulling cabinets against an uneven wall instead of shimming behind the mounting rails.
• Fastening cabinets before checking level.
• Failing to clamp and screw adjacent face frames together when installing individual cabinets.
• Trimming shims before the cabinet run has been fully installed, leveled, and secured.
• Assuming one cabinet being level means the entire cabinet run is level.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

Check the cabinet with a level after every adjustment—before shimming, after shimming, after clamping adjacent cabinets together, and again after tightening the mounting screws. Small changes can occur as the screws are tightened, especially if the wall or floor is uneven.

Take your time with the first base cabinet. Every cabinet that follows depends on it. A properly leveled first cabinet makes countertop installation easier, improves door and drawer alignment, and results in a straighter, more professional-looking cabinet run.

Once the entire cabinet run has been completed and all final adjustments have been made, trim any exposed shim material flush with the cabinet. Trimming the shims at the end prevents accidental movement during installation and provides a clean, professional appearance before installing the toe kick.

VERIFY APPLIANCE OPENINGS

Before completing your cabinet installation, verify that every appliance opening matches your cabinet layout and the appliance manufacturer's installation requirements. Correcting an opening now is much easier than making adjustments after countertops have been installed or appliances have been delivered.

Even if your cabinets are level, plumb, and securely fastened, taking a few minutes to confirm these critical dimensions can prevent costly delays and modifications later.

WHY IT MATTERS

Cabinets establish the finished openings for appliances such as refrigerators, dishwashers, ranges, wall ovens, microwave cabinets, and other built-in appliances. If an opening is too narrow, too wide, or out of square, the appliance may not fit properly or function as intended.

Verifying these openings before moving on to the final installation steps helps ensure a smooth countertop installation and trouble-free appliance installation.

STEP 1: VERIFY EACH APPLIANCE OPENING

Measure each appliance opening between the finished cabinet face frames and compare the measurements with your cabinet layout and the appliance manufacturer's installation specifications.

Be sure to verify:

• Refrigerator openings
• Dishwasher openings
• Range or cooktop openings
• Wall oven openings
• Microwave cabinet openings
• Any other built-in appliance locations

Also confirm that any required side, rear, and overhead clearances have been maintained.

STEP 2: MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS

If an opening does not match your planned dimensions or the appliance manufacturer's requirements, make the necessary adjustments before continuing with the installation.

It is much easier to reposition cabinets before countertops are templated and appliances are installed.

NEED HELP VERIFYING APPLIANCE CLEARANCES?

Proper appliance planning begins long before installation. If you're unsure about refrigerator clearances, dishwasher openings, wall oven dimensions, or other appliance spacing requirements, our Cabinet Layout & Design Guide explains how to plan each opening correctly.

👉 Read: Planning for Appliances in Your Cabinet Layout

COMMON MISTAKES

• Assuming the planned openings are correct without verifying them.
• Measuring the cabinet boxes instead of the finished face frame openings.
• Overlooking the appliance manufacturer's required clearances.
• Waiting until after countertops are installed to verify appliance openings.
• Ignoring appliance specifications when making cabinet adjustments.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

At American Made Cabinets, we always verify appliance openings before considering the cabinet installation complete. Spending a few extra minutes checking the finished openings can prevent expensive modifications later. Once countertops are installed, adjusting cabinet spacing becomes significantly more difficult. Confirming every appliance opening now ensures your cabinets are ready for countertop fabrication and final appliance installation.

INSTALL FILLER STRIPS

Filler strips are typically installed after all cabinets have been positioned, leveled, aligned, and securely fastened. Because walls are rarely perfectly straight, filler strips are intentionally left oversized so they can be trimmed to fit the exact opening, creating a clean, professional appearance.

American Made Cabinets offers filler strips in 3-inch and 6-inch widths, allowing them to be custom-fit to a variety of installation situations.

WHY IT MATTERS

Installing filler strips last allows you to measure the actual gap after the cabinet installation is complete. This produces a more accurate fit than cutting fillers before the cabinets are installed.

Properly fitted fillers help eliminate uneven gaps between cabinets and walls while giving the finished installation a built-in appearance.

STEP 1: MEASURE THE OPENING

After the cabinet installation is complete, measure the finished opening between the cabinet face frame and the adjacent wall or obstruction.

Measure in several locations if necessary, as walls are often not perfectly straight.

STEP 2: TRIM THE FILLER

Transfer the measurement to the filler strip and trim it to the required width.

For the best fit, test the filler before fastening it permanently and make any final adjustments as needed.

STEP 3: FASTEN THE FILLER

Position the filler so it is perfectly flush with the cabinet face frame.

Clamp the filler securely in place, then drill countersunk pilot holes through the cabinet face frame and into the filler.

Fasten the filler using 2-inch or 1-3/4" drywall screws, the same method used when connecting adjacent cabinet face frames. Countersinking the screws allows the heads to sit below the surface for a clean, professional installation.

COMMON MISTAKES

• Cutting the filler before the cabinets have been completely installed.
• Measuring only one location when the wall is not straight.
• Forgetting to clamp the filler before fastening it.
• Driving screws without drilling countersunk pilot holes.
• Leaving the filler proud of or recessed behind the cabinet face frame.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

At American Made Cabinets, we always install fillers after the cabinet installation is complete. Waiting until the end allows the filler to be trimmed to the exact opening, producing tighter joints and a cleaner finished appearance.

When fastening the filler, treat it just like another cabinet face frame—clamp it flush, drill countersunk pilot holes, and secure it with 2-inch or 1-3/4 inch drywall screws. Taking the time to fit the filler correctly gives the entire cabinet run a custom-built appearance.

INSTALL AND ADJUST DOORS, DRAWERS, AND SHELVES

Once all cabinets, fillers, and trim pieces have been installed, it's time to reinstall the doors, drawers, and adjustable shelves. Proper adjustment ensures consistent gaps, smooth operation, and the clean, professional appearance your cabinets were designed to provide.

Because cabinets can shift slightly during installation, final adjustments should always be performed after the entire cabinet installation is complete.

WHY IT MATTERS

Even when cabinets are installed perfectly level and plumb, minor adjustments to doors and drawers are often necessary after installation. Taking the time to fine-tune these adjustments will produce even reveals, smooth operation, and a finished appearance throughout the cabinet run.

STEP 1: REINSTALL THE DOORS

If you removed the doors before installation, reinstall each door in its original location using the labels you applied during preparation.

After installation, verify that each door opens and closes freely without contacting adjacent doors, cabinets, or walls.

STEP 2: REINSTALL THE DRAWERS

Slide each drawer back into its original cabinet until the drawer slides fully engage.

Open and close each drawer several times to verify smooth operation and proper alignment.

STEP 3: INSTALL THE ADJUSTABLE SHELVES

Insert the shelf support clips into the desired shelf pin holes and install each adjustable shelf.

Verify that each shelf is fully seated on all four shelf supports before placing any weight on it.

STEP 4: ADJUST THE DOORS

Use the adjustment screws on the concealed hinges to align the doors.

Adjust the hinges until:

• Door gaps are even.
• Adjacent doors align with one another.
• Doors open and close smoothly.
• Doors do not rub against neighboring doors or cabinets.

Make small adjustments and recheck the alignment after each change.

STEP 5: FINAL INSPECTION

Walk the entire cabinet installation and verify:

• All doors are properly aligned.
• All drawers operate smoothly.
• All shelves are fully supported.
• All cabinet screws are tightened.
• Fillers and trim pieces are secure.
• Cabinet surfaces are clean and free of debris.

Correct any minor adjustments before considering the installation complete.

COMMON MISTAKES

• Reinstalling doors or drawers in the wrong cabinet.
• Attempting to adjust doors before the cabinet installation is complete.
• Making large hinge adjustments instead of small incremental adjustments.
• Forgetting to verify that adjustable shelves are fully seated on all four shelf supports.
• Failing to test every door and drawer before completing the installation.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

At American Made Cabinets, we recommend removing the doors and drawers before installation to reduce cabinet weight and help prevent accidental damage. If you labeled each door and drawer during the preparation stage, reinstalling them in their original locations will make final adjustments much easier.

When adjusting doors, make small hinge adjustments one at a time and check the results after each change. Rushing this process can make the alignment worse instead of better. A few extra minutes spent fine-tuning the doors and drawers will give your cabinets the clean, consistent appearance expected from a professional installation.

CABINET INSTALLATION COMPLETE

Congratulations! Your cabinet installation is now complete.

Before installing countertops and appliances, take a few minutes to clean the cabinet interiors and exteriors, remove any remaining debris, and save any extra hardware, shelf clips, and installation documents for future use.

If your countertops have not yet been installed, avoid placing excessive weight on the base cabinets until the countertops are securely in place.

Once the countertops are installed, you can complete the installation by installing appliances, adjusting any final reveals if necessary, and enjoying your new American Made Cabinets. 

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