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BrightWood Custom Cabinet
Installation Information

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Key Factors During Installation

We recommend that all cabinets should be installed by experienced professionals. It is not a difficult task, but there are special tools and techniques that professional cabinet installers use.

It is essential that all BrightWood cabinets are properly secured to wall or floor studs. The cabinet must be mounted using four or more course-thread screws at least 2 1/2” in length. The load capacity of hanging cabinets is dependent on the quality of the installation screws used and whether the screws are properly secured into studs. If the cabinetry is not installed using high quality, course-thread screws secured into two or more wall studs then the cabinet may not support the weight desired.

Cabinets installed at the floor must be secured into studs to prevent tipping. Standard or custom quoted cabinets are not designed to be free standing units at any time. BrightWood cannot and will not be responsible for failure caused by insufficient installation materials or techniques.

All cabinets must be installed level, square, and plumb. Do not "rack" or force cabinets to become out of square. Cabinets that are not installed as mentioned may have doors and drawers that will not line up and/or open and close properly. "Racking" a cabinet out of square may void the warranty.

Recommended Cabinet Fasteners

GRK Fasteners

GRK cabinet screws (min. size 2 1/2 inch) with washer head.

Prior to installation the cabinet doors and drawers may appear to be crooked. This is normal if the cabinet is not level or plumb. Once the cabinets are permanently installed plumb and level, the doors and drawers should be adjusted (if needed) prior to mounting any knobs or pulls.

If you are storing cabinets or installing cabinets in a new home, click here to read about temperature and humidity effects on ALL fine furniture and cabinets. Do not store cabinets in a garage, trailer, or other space that has varying humidity and/or temperature.


If You Are Located On or Near Cape Cod MA

If you are located on or near Cape Cod MA and you hire our award winning design team, we will measure your space for you at no extra charge (some restrictions may apply). We may also offer you professional installation. Call us at 774-355-3580 for more information.

Cabinet Hardware Adjustments

Regular Overlay Hinge Adjustment

Full Overlay Hinge Adjustment

Inset Drawer Front Adjustment

Adjusting Deluxe Roll Out Shelves

Optional Deluxe adjustable roll out trays help you get to items efficiently.

Adjusting Super Susan Base Cabinet Door

Removing and Adjusting The Drawer

Pull Out Trash Removal

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