Fitting a New Kitchen
The first step to fitting a kitchen is planning the layout. Make sure you accurately measure the area, as you do not want to find out too late that the units are too big. Sinks are normally placed near a window; extraction units need an outside wall.
Once the new work area is planned you will need to carefully remove all the old units. Care should be taken when removing any gas or electrical appliances and the water should be switched off when you remove the sink.
Now you can prepare the walls, filling old holes and drilling new ones for pipes and extractors. Clear a space to assemble the flat packs and start with corner units if your kitchen has an L or U shaped design and work outwards.
Fix base units first before mounting wall units. If you are fixing onto plasterboard make sure you use cavity fixings and it is always worth fitting a couple of extra angle brackets for peace of mind. Most modern units have adjustable legs to make sure you get a level surface and also check where you need to drill exit holes in sink units and oven housings before fitting them.
With the units all securely fitted and level you can then attach the work surfaces, which normally takes two people, as they are quite heavy. Before cutting out holes for hobs and sinks double check; you cannot change your mind afterwards.
Having fitted the work surface you are then ready to plumb in the sink and electrical appliances and any additional lighting, coving and trimmings to make your new kitchen complete.