Suggested EASI Cabinet Systems Installation Instructions

Always follow local installation codes.

Many tools are available to make installation easier like stud finders, cabinet jacks, laser levels and friends.

For all cabinets we recommend using a pan head type screw installed through the cabinet back and nailer. Verify that the backing material in the wall is sufficient and install the appropriate amount of screws for the application.

Verify that all cabinets fit the room. Locate each cabinet position and verify that tall cabinets will fit between the high point of the floor and low point of the ceiling. Use a laser level or draw a level line on all walls, below counter top height, that receive cabinets.

“Ladder type” toe kicks are typically held back 3” from the face and finished ends of the cabinets and ½” back from appliance openings. Layout the toe kicks - use shims making sure the distance at the back of toe kicks to the level line is equal along all lengths. Level to the front of the toe kick. Some installers install a 2 x 4 on the wall and use leg levelers at the front of the cabinet.

TOE KICKS MUST BE ABSOULTY LEVEL!

Screw the toe kick to the wall. At the front of the toe kick, screw blocks to the floor and screw the toe kick to the blocks. Use shims where necessary to make the toe kick a sturdy platform.

Skin the toe kicks with finished material if required.

Place the cabinets on the toe kick and screw them together.

Shim the cabinets at the wall and screw to the wall verifying cabinets are straight and square. The countertop will make up for slight variations in wall angle or flatness. Watch to make sure the cabinets are the proper distance away from a side wall, especially if there is a doorway with casing that could interfere with the opening of the doors and drawers.

Install the fillers 1/8" back from face of cabinet to avoid the seams from showing and attach with screws. Use appropriate methods when fillers are installed flush with the face of the doors. Many times you can attach the filler to the cabinet before installing on the wall.

For countertops with a self edge, place a minimum of 16mm x 38mm - 5/8" x 1 ½” build up (spacers) on top of the cabinets. Use plenty of cross pieces and one at every joint so deck is very firm. Attach with a thin line of construction adhesive or Roo Glue using screws or nails. The thickness of spacers could vary depending on the selfedge height required. A 3/4" spacer is typically used with a 1 1/2" self edge.

Install the counter top. Glue and nail or screw the deck to the spacers making sure a cross spacer is under all joints.

Cut all openings for sinks and appliances either before or after wall cabinet installation. Many prefer installing the wall cabinets first.

Install wall cabinets in similar manner with crown molding if needed. There are lots of tricks for crown with European cabinets. Always feel free to call EASI for advice and tips!

Next come the 4  C's: Clean, Caulk, Cap (screw covers), Clips. (shelf clips)

Install shelves, drawers, door and drawer faces.

Adjust faces with perfect reveals, all equal.

Screw drawer faces in place and cap.

Verify handle location and drill with a backer to prevent blowout and install handles. Many predrill door and drawer fronts for handles on a work surface first. After drawer front installation and alignment, using a brad point drill bit, drill through the drawer front through the drawer box using a backer to avoid blow out and install the handle.

Call EASI today for help with your next project and see how EASI it is to deliver custom European cabinetry to your customers!! For orders or quotes, call us at 503- 357-0939 or fill out an on-line order form from our Catalog, or print and fax it to 503-359-3812.

We are a face frame shop but with EASI cabinets we don’t have to turn away work for the customers who ask for the European design. I trust EASI’s reliability.

-- John Fennelly, Home Grown Kitchens