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	Note: Building regulations approval is required for some works, such as works to drainage or electrical installations. Gas installations must only be carried out by a Gas Safe registered installer. Other regulations may apply depending on the nature of the project, and unless you are confident of your ability it can be sensible to appoint professional installers.		Note: Building regulations approval is required for some works, such as works to drainage or electrical installations. Gas installations must only be carried out by a Gas Safe registered installer. Other regulations may apply depending on the nature of the project, and unless you are confident of your ability it can be sensible to appoint professional installers.

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	Note: Building regulations approval is required for some works, such as works to drainage or electrical installations. Gas installations must only be carried out by a Gas Safe registered installer. Other regulations may apply depending on the nature of the project, and unless you are confident of your ability it can be sensible to appoint professional installers.		Note: Building regulations approval is required for some works, such as works to drainage or electrical installations. Gas installations must only be carried out by a Gas Safe registered installer. Other regulations may apply depending on the nature of the project, and unless you are confident of your ability it can be sensible to appoint professional installers.
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−	~~[[File:Kitchen-installation.jpg]]~~	+	= The 3 essential preparation steps to fitting a kitchen =

−	~~'''<u>The 3 Essential Preparation Steps to~~ Fitting a ~~Kitchen</u>'''~~	+	Fitting a kitchen requires a step-by-step plan that encourages continuity and an efficient installation project.

−	~~Fitting a kitchen requires a step-by-step plan for you to follow that encourages continuity~~ and ~~an efficient installation project. If you’re planning on fitting your own kitchen it’s important that you use a reliable guide so that everything works as it should.~~	+	= Gathering required tools and equipment =

−	~~According~~ to ~~kitchen specialists [http://www.chandlerstoneworks.co.uk Chandler Stoneworks] there’s no better way to incorporate~~ your ~~very own interior design preferences than by fitting your own~~ kitchen~~, so here are a few tips you’ll need~~ to ~~follow to make it~~ as ~~accurate~~ and ~~as stress-free as possible~~.	+	You should ideally possess a number of DIY skills to progress with your kitchen installation and have enough experience to class yourself as a competent DIY operative. You or those carrying out the project should have electrical, plumbing and carpentry experience.

−	~~'''Gathering Required Tools~~ and ~~Equipment'''~~	+	By covering electrical and plumbing works yourself, you could save a lot of money. However, it’s important to realise that a kitchen installation is a major project that won’t be completed in 24 hours. You will certainly be requiring a number of essential tools. Here’s what you need to equip yourself with:

−	You should ideally possess a number of DIY skills to progress with your kitchen installation and have enough experience to class yourself as a competent DIY operative. You or those carrying out the project should have electrical, plumbing and carpentry experience.	+	* An electrician screwdriver
		+	* Masonry drill bits
		+	* Battery drill
		+	* Claw hammer
		+	* Lump hammer
		+	* Bolster chisel
		+	* Spirit level
		+	* Pliers
		+	* Jigsaw
		+	* Sealant
		+	* Markers
		+	* Saw
		+	* Side cutters
		+	* Pipe detector
		+	* Power detector

−	By covering electrical and plumbing works yourself, you could save a lot of money. It’s important to realise that a kitchen installation is a major project that won’t be completed in 24 hours. You will certainly be requiring a number of essential tools. Here’s what you need to equip yourself with:
−	*An Electrician Screwdriver
−	*Masonry Drill Bits
−	*Battery Drill
−	*Claw Hammer
−	*Lump Hammer
−	*Bolster Chisel
−	*Spirit Level
−	*Pliers
−	*Jigsaw
−	*Sealant
−	*Markers
−	*Saw
−	*Side Cutters
−	*Pipe Detector
−	*Power Detector
	You should also remember to use essential safety equipment such as goggles, gloves and face masks and protection devices for when you are using high voltage power tools.		You should also remember to use essential safety equipment such as goggles, gloves and face masks and protection devices for when you are using high voltage power tools.

	You should always prioritise safety from the start, so do a thorough check of the space you are working in for hidden live cables and water or gas pipes using a power or pipe detector, especially when preparing to drill any holes.		You should always prioritise safety from the start, so do a thorough check of the space you are working in for hidden live cables and water or gas pipes using a power or pipe detector, especially when preparing to drill any holes.

−	~~'''~~Planning ~~Your Kitchen Layout'''~~	+	= Planning the kitchen layout =

−	When planning the layout of your kitchen you need to take the space available to you into consideration. This process should take up plenty of your time as accurate measurements are key to avoiding ~~all sorts of~~ problems.	+	When planning the layout of your kitchen you need to take the space available to you into consideration. This process should take up plenty of your time as accurate measurements are the key to avoiding problems.

−	Sinks are almost always located beneath a window, so take note of where the windows are in your kitchen space. You also need to consider that sinks shouldn’t be positioned near or on a joint ~~or worktop~~ and the same goes for cooking hobs. You should have washing machines and dishwashers close to a sink so that the amount of plumbing required is ~~greatly~~ reduced.	+	Sinks are almost always located beneath a window, so take note of where the windows are in your kitchen space. You also need to consider that sinks shouldn’t be positioned near or on a joint and the same goes for cooking hobs. You should have washing machines and dishwashers close to a sink so that the amount of plumbing required is reduced.

	Hobs will need extra space on either side of them to accommodate larger pans and their handles. Any extraction units should be close to an outside wall, while gas appliances need enough space to encourage gas flow and should not be cramped in tight spaces. When it comes to electrical services, make sure sockets and switches are away from cookers and hobs.		Hobs will need extra space on either side of them to accommodate larger pans and their handles. Any extraction units should be close to an outside wall, while gas appliances need enough space to encourage gas flow and should not be cramped in tight spaces. When it comes to electrical services, make sure sockets and switches are away from cookers and hobs.
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	A kitchen layout should be practical and user-friendly, with wall units suitably positioned and base units situated beneath them all of the same width so that handles and doors line up.		A kitchen layout should be practical and user-friendly, with wall units suitably positioned and base units situated beneath them all of the same width so that handles and doors line up.

−	~~'''~~Getting ~~Started'''~~	+	= Getting started =

	With everything organised, the layout planned and your units ready for unpacking, it’s time to do some measurements. Start by measuring 850mm from the highest point after you have checked the level of the floor. Use a spirit level to draw a line across the wall to use as a guide when installing your base units. Measure up from the 850mm mark to the base of your wall units, which is entirely down to you and the space available.		With everything organised, the layout planned and your units ready for unpacking, it’s time to do some measurements. Start by measuring 850mm from the highest point after you have checked the level of the floor. Use a spirit level to draw a line across the wall to use as a guide when installing your base units. Measure up from the 850mm mark to the base of your wall units, which is entirely down to you and the space available.
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	Assembling the units will require plenty of space, so relocate to somewhere such as a garage which offers you enough space to work efficiently. Some flat-packs are quite heavy, so make sure you get the necessary help to prevent injury. You should also put down a layer for cardboard or sheet wood to prevent your units from scratching the floor.		Assembling the units will require plenty of space, so relocate to somewhere such as a garage which offers you enough space to work efficiently. Some flat-packs are quite heavy, so make sure you get the necessary help to prevent injury. You should also put down a layer for cardboard or sheet wood to prevent your units from scratching the floor.

−	When putting your units together, it is ~~advised~~ that you use a battery drill and screwdriver ~~to do the job~~. However, make sure that you only tighten the screws with the screwdriver and with the drill, as this is regarded as being a much safer method. The order in which you ~~install~~ each unit depends on the shape of your kitchen, with an L-shaped kitchen requiring the first unit to be fitted in the corner for instance.	+	When putting your units together, it is recommended that you use a battery drill and screwdriver. However, make sure that you only tighten the screws with the screwdriver and with the drill, as this is regarded as being a much safer method. The order in which you instal each unit depends on the shape of your kitchen, with an L-shaped kitchen requiring the first unit to be fitted in the corner for instance.

−	Good quality fixings are required to ensure the safety of your kitchen units and cavity fixings are best suited to plasterboard as the brackets aren’t using a wall stud. Additional brackets are a good idea for plasterboard to quell any anxieties and they can be painted over to prevent them ~~fro~~ being too unsightly.	+	Good quality fixings are required to ensure the safety of your kitchen units and cavity fixings are best suited to plasterboard as the brackets aren’t using a wall stud. Additional brackets are a good idea for plasterboard to quell any anxieties and they can be painted over to prevent them from being too unsightly.

	After following these three tips, you should now be in a position to work your way towards a high quality kitchen installation. Remember to equip yourself with all the necessary tools and to maintain essential health and safety throughout the job.		After following these three tips, you should now be in a position to work your way towards a high quality kitchen installation. Remember to equip yourself with all the necessary tools and to maintain essential health and safety throughout the job.
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		+	Note: Building regulations approval is required for some works, such as works to drainage or electrical installations. Gas installations must only be carried out by a Gas Safe registered installer. Other regulations may apply depending on the nature of the project, and unless you are confident of your ability it can be sensible to appoint professional installers.

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'''<u>The 3 Essential Preparation Steps to Fitting a Kitchen</u>'''

Fitting a kitchen requires a step-by-step plan for you to follow that encourages continuity and an efficient installation project. If you’re planning on fitting your own kitchen it’s important that you use a reliable guide so that everything works as it should.

According to kitchen specialists [http://www.chandlerstoneworks.co.uk Chandler Stoneworks] there’s no better way to incorporate your very own interior design preferences than by fitting your own kitchen, so here are a few tips you’ll need to follow to make it as accurate and as stress-free as possible.

'''Gathering Required Tools and Equipment'''

You should ideally possess a number of DIY skills to progress with your kitchen installation and have enough experience to class yourself as a competent DIY operative. You or those carrying out the project should have electrical, plumbing and carpentry experience.

By covering electrical and plumbing works yourself, you could save a lot of money. It’s important to realise that a kitchen installation is a major project that won’t be completed in 24 hours. You will certainly be requiring a number of essential tools. Here’s what you need to equip yourself with:
*An Electrician Screwdriver
*Masonry Drill Bits
*Battery Drill
*Claw Hammer
*Lump Hammer
*Bolster Chisel
*Spirit Level
*Pliers
*Jigsaw
*Sealant
*Markers
*Saw
*Side Cutters
*Pipe Detector
*Power Detector
You should also remember to use essential safety equipment such as goggles, gloves and face masks and protection devices for when you are using high voltage power tools.

You should always prioritise safety from the start, so do a thorough check of the space you are working in for hidden live cables and water or gas pipes using a power or pipe detector, especially when preparing to drill any holes.

'''Planning Your Kitchen Layout'''

When planning the layout of your kitchen you need to take the space available to you into consideration. This process should take up plenty of your time as accurate measurements are key to avoiding all sorts of problems.

Sinks are almost always located beneath a window, so take note of where the windows are in your kitchen space. You also need to consider that sinks shouldn’t be positioned near or on a joint or worktop and the same goes for cooking hobs. You should have washing machines and dishwashers close to a sink so that the amount of plumbing required is greatly reduced.

Hobs will need extra space on either side of them to accommodate larger pans and their handles. Any extraction units should be close to an outside wall, while gas appliances need enough space to encourage gas flow and should not be cramped in tight spaces. When it comes to electrical services, make sure sockets and switches are away from cookers and hobs.

A kitchen layout should be practical and user-friendly, with wall units suitably positioned and base units situated beneath them all of the same width so that handles and doors line up.

'''Getting Started'''

With everything organised, the layout planned and your units ready for unpacking, it’s time to do some measurements. Start by measuring 850mm from the highest point after you have checked the level of the floor. Use a spirit level to draw a line across the wall to use as a guide when installing your base units. Measure up from the 850mm mark to the base of your wall units, which is entirely down to you and the space available.

Draw another line from the mark you make using a spirit level. Draw another line up from the second mark you made from a measurement of around 720mm. The measurements suggested are all examples of kitchen wall and base units, so make sure you check the measurements of the units you have purchased prior to measuring the exact measurements provided here.

Assembling the units will require plenty of space, so relocate to somewhere such as a garage which offers you enough space to work efficiently. Some flat-packs are quite heavy, so make sure you get the necessary help to prevent injury. You should also put down a layer for cardboard or sheet wood to prevent your units from scratching the floor.

When putting your units together, it is advised that you use a battery drill and screwdriver to do the job. However, make sure that you only tighten the screws with the screwdriver and with the drill, as this is regarded as being a much safer method. The order in which you install each unit depends on the shape of your kitchen, with an L-shaped kitchen requiring the first unit to be fitted in the corner for instance.

Good quality fixings are required to ensure the safety of your kitchen units and cavity fixings are best suited to plasterboard as the brackets aren’t using a wall stud. Additional brackets are a good idea for plasterboard to quell any anxieties and they can be painted over to prevent them fro being too unsightly.

After following these three tips, you should now be in a position to work your way towards a high quality kitchen installation. Remember to equip yourself with all the necessary tools and to maintain essential health and safety throughout the job.