Greetings from a long-time subscriber (hard copy that is).
In a kitchen full of new cabinets, I’ve come down to the final wall unit, which will stand alone and is not adjacent to a wall or other stabilizing member.
Per the manufacturers precautions, this is a no-no. What are some of the creative techniques others have used for this condition? I assume this prohibition is to prevent racking, and I numerous options come to mind, but I’d like to hear from others who’ve already resolved this issue.
Thanks.
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You call it a wall unit, but mention that it won't be adjacent to a wall? I'm guessing you mean there's no wall to either side and it might be a tall pantry. If I'm correct, no problemo. Fasten to the back wall at stud locations keeping it plum both ways. If you need to fasten to the floor, do so at the toe kick, behind the toe cover. If it's just an upper or lower, same deal. And welcome to breaktime.
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Edited 4/4/2005 1:33 pm ET by calvin
That's one I've never heard of before. Do they say specificly why? Is it because of design aethetics or because they make such a flimsy unit that it cannot hold itself together?if the latter, you have a bigger problem .
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They have uppers that are designed to hang from their tops. These often have doors on both sides.
Is that what you are talking about? Suspending an upper unit by its top instead of the back?