Hi everyone, Nikki Grassmann here from Crowned Cabinets in Dunedin, Florida! After all the planning, designing, and decision-making, the day your new kitchen cabinets arrive for installation is incredibly exciting. It’s the moment your vision starts to become a reality. However, it’s also a process that can be a bit disruptive, so knowing what to expect can help you prepare and ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible. Let’s walk through the typical steps of a professional cabinet installation so you can be ready for the big day.

First, preparation is key. Before our team arrives, we ask that you have your kitchen completely cleared out. This means emptying all your existing cabinets, drawers, and countertops. It’s also a good idea to create a temporary kitchen area elsewhere in your home, like in a dining room or a spare room, where you can keep a few essentials like a microwave, coffeemaker, and some paper plates. Our installers will need a clear, safe, and easily accessible workspace. We will also take precautions to protect your floors and other areas from dust and debris, but moving valuable or fragile items out of the way is always a good idea.

Once we arrive, the first phase is demolition. This is where we carefully remove your old cabinets. Depending on the complexity of your existing kitchen and the age of the cabinets, this can be a quick process or it might take a bit of time. Our goal is to remove the old cabinetry efficiently and with as little disruption as possible. While we’re working, it’s a good idea to stay out of the immediate work area for safety. You should also expect a fair amount of dust and noise during this phase.

After demolition, we move into the preparation and layout phase. This is the foundation of a successful installation. Our installers will thoroughly inspect the walls and floors to ensure they are level and plumb. They will mark the exact locations for each cabinet, referring to the detailed design plans we created together. This meticulous layout ensures that every cabinet, appliance, and counter will fit perfectly in its designated spot. It’s a precision-based process that is essential for a flawless result.

The core of the project is the cabinet installation itself. We start by installing the base cabinets first. This ensures a level foundation for the rest of the cabinetry. Our team will carefully secure each cabinet to the wall and to each other, making sure they are perfectly aligned. Next, we install the upper cabinets, securing them with the same level of care and precision. This is where you’ll start to see your new kitchen truly take shape. As the cabinets go in, our team will also ensure all the doors and drawers are perfectly aligned and operating smoothly with the soft-close features.

Once the main cabinetry is installed, we move on to finishing touches. This includes installing all the decorative hardware—your knobs and pulls—and any other final details, such as crown molding, trim, or toe kicks. This is a crucial step that gives the kitchen its polished, finished look.

After installation is complete, the countertop template will be made (unless it was already done previously), and once the countertops are installed, our team will come back to install any final trim pieces, like the backsplash.

Finally, we’ll do a final walkthrough with you. We’ll show you how to use all the features of your new cabinets and ensure you are completely satisfied with the quality of the installation. We’ll answer any remaining questions you have and provide you with maintenance tips to keep your cabinets looking their best. The entire installation process, from start to finish, is designed to be as smooth and efficient as possible, transforming your kitchen into a space you’ll love for years to come. At Crowned Cabinets in Dunedin, Florida, we’re with you every step of the way!

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