But, just a word of warning, they're plastic and not the most robust. If I could be bothered to buy metal ones, I would as I found these easily broke. I love simple jobs like these that instantly transform a space. If you wanted to, you could also fit some kitchen plinth lights. But with this being a utility space, we didn't feel they were necessary. Just search for ventilation grill for a kitchen plinth and you should be able to find some. Other DIY Kitchen Guides

Kitchen plinth sealing strips might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about kitchen design, but they play a crucial role in maintaining the longevity and aesthetics of your kitchen. These humble components are the unsung heroes that protect your kitchen furniture from moisture, dirt, and heavy loads. Why You Need a Plinth Sealing Strip

Because if you do,you are doing it wrong.There is now way to can do this unless the floor is perfectly flat and horizontal,otherwise the vertical ends would not be vertical, and the return pieces would reflect this. Hi I'm new to the forum so I hope I'm doing the right thing in posting on this thread rather than creating a new one. The reason for this is MDF is great at soaking up moisture and if I've had any spills, I've had it. If you're forced to use a cut edge for cost reasons, then I'd seal it with clear silicone as the last thing you want is a moist plinth. Preparing For Kitchen Plinth Clips Storage & organisation Furniture Textiles Kitchenware & tableware Kitchens Lighting Decoration Rugs, mats & flooring Beds & mattresses Baby & children Smart home Bathroom products Laundry & cleaning Plants & plant pots Home electronics Home improvement Outdoor living Food & beverages Christmas Shop Shop by room

I also made sure the raw cut was facing the first plinth and that the far-right had a finished look. Otherwise, it would be visible on the end of my corner plinth. A plinth sealing strip is not just a piece of plastic; it's a shield that safeguards your kitchen cabinets from the everyday wear and tear. It prevents moisture penetration into the front edges of the plinth panels, ensuring your kitchen remains in top-notch condition for years to come. Fitting Your Plinth Sealing Strip For this longer cut, I took it outside for some ventilation as it is an MDF wooden plinth. If you're not aware, MDF dust is very dangerous for the lungs.

Fitting a plinth sealing strip is a straightforward process that can be done with minimal tools. However, it's essential to ensure a neat fit for a pristine appearance. Remember, a well-fitted plinth sealing strip not only enhances the look of your kitchen but also extends the life of your kitchen furniture. The Better Kitchens Advantage In my case, I had lots of spare gloss white kitchen plinth leftover from when our kitchen was fitted a few years ago. I don't like throwing any wood away as you never know when it might come in handy! Some of you guys must have gaps between the plinth and floor that you could get your fingers in,if you don't scribe. My clips came attached to the mounting plates. So, you may find you need to fold them over and snap to separate. Where to Place Kitchen Plinth Mounting Plates

This kitchen fitter does exactly that.I always ask what sort of flooring is going down and always leave the plinth off until the floor has been tiled or vinyl layed or even laminate flooredPlinth sealing strip is used on the bottom edge of kitchen plinths and other panels to help stop water ingress from spills and moisture from cleaning processes. And this is how it looked! I really like a decorative plinth as they look more modern. It also tidies up a kitchen, hiding the base unit legs perfectly. It may seem difficult to some, but it's actually one of the easiest kinds of DIY projects you can do with minimal tools needed.

Don't worry about being a couple of mms out as each clip slides a bit, giving you some leeway. Positioning the Clips On the Kitchen Plinth Once I finished screwing on my kitchen plinth fittings, I peeled off the blue protective film an attached to the base unit legs. Fitting Kitchen Plinth Corners The height of your kitchen plinth will obviously depend on how tall or short the legs have been adjusted. If you haven't got this tool, I love it and use it on most of my projects! How to Attach Kitchen Plinth ClipsAnd also, with this cut being directly under the kitchen units, you shouldn't be able to see it. Another important thing to note is that my cut edge will not be sat directly on the floor with it being a timber plinth. My fitter has scribed the top of the plinths with the inevitable result that there's a gap between the bottom of the plinth and the floor in places, so the info here is really useful. I have never seen a flat floor in my life.The only way to do this is with the top edge straight and scribe the bottom edge.This will obviously then leave exposed chipboard that will need to be sealed to prevent water damage, hence the need for plinth strip or silicone. However, plastic replacements are cheap as chips online. But I'll still show you how they work. Separating Kitchen Plinth Clips Note, the length of my piece is a little bit longer to what will be visible. Plus, it's good practice to cut something on the big side and you can always shorten it more later. Cutting Kitchen Plinth With a Hand Saw