Is it possible to hang a heavy cabinet without a wall stud?

• <div><p>It’s best to stick with lightweight cabinets, such as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-mdf.htm">medium-density fiberboard</a>, if you don’t have a wall stud to secure them to. Unless you’re attaching the cabinet to a flat board attached to wall studs, it’s best not to risk it with heavy cabinetry or contents. Solid wood cabinets and heavy dishware should be avoided if you cannot secure the cabinet to a wall stud. Either way, always check the weight on your wall anchors and be sure not to exceed it.</p></div>

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Q: Is it possible to hang a heavy cabinet without a wall stud?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to stick with lightweight cabinets, such as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-mdf.htm">medium-density fiberboard</a>, if you don&rsquo;t have a wall stud to secure them to. Unless you&rsquo;re attaching the cabinet to a flat board attached to wall studs, it&rsquo;s best not to risk it with heavy cabinetry or contents. Solid wood cabinets and heavy dishware should be avoided if you cannot secure the cabinet to a wall stud. Either way, always check the weight on your wall anchors and be sure not to exceed it.</p></div>

Q: What is the standard kitchen soffit height?

• <div><p>The standard kitchen soffit begins at least <b>7 feet and 1 inch</b> above the floor. In kitchens with very high ceilings, the soffit height may be taller. Consult your kitchen remodeling contractor about the best soffit dimensions for your kitchen to ensure high-quality and visually appealing results.</p></div>

Q: Should I use handles or knobs on upper cabinets?

• <div><p>You can use either handles or knobs on upper cabinets&mdash;go with what you like best. Pulls can sometimes make hard-to-reach upper cabinets easier to open, which is why it&rsquo;s common to see kitchens that have handles on upper cabinets and knobs on drawers and base cabinets. But it&rsquo;s also common to use knobs on doors and pulls on drawers. Let your aesthetics, budget, and practical considerations about how you use your cabinets dictate your decision. </p></div>

Q: What is the most durable wood for kitchen cabinets?

• <div><p>The Janka Hardness Scale rates wood species according to their hardness levels or density. On the scale, hickory ranks as the most dense hardwood that is common for use in making cabinets. While there are woods that are harder, they're uncommon in cabinetry. Maple, oak, and walnut also rank relatively high on the scale and are excellent for use in cabinetry. </p></div>

Q: What are the pros and cons of soft-close drawers?

• <div><p>While <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-fix-drawer-slides.htm">fixing drawer slides is an easy DIY</a>, soft-close features can extend the lifespan of your drawers. They won&rsquo;t slam or break no matter how hard you try, which means the drawer is less noisy. Plus, soft-close doors are safe for kids because it avoids finger pinches. As for common complaints, soft-close drawers are more difficult to open, which can affect those with arthritis or related conditions.</p></div>

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Last update on November 19, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Not dependable. There equipment broke down and they said it would take 10 days to make it out. Should of read the contract. Not able to get another contractor out without losing the 50% down. My bad.
Campos Tree Service & Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Professional, responsive, easy to communicate with, they did great work making my driveway look brand new. Highly recommend.
Neff Trucking & Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2023
It's a dirty, disruptive experience. Still going on. There were things that didn't get completed, still working on that. Ive had to make numerous phone calls, sometimes they say they'll call, or be here, doesn't happen. They tore out my cabinets; they're destroyed and the...
Ever-Dry of S.E. Michigan
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Reviewed in February 2021
After posting my reviews the owner Sinan called me to discuss the problem and agreed to make it right. He came back out himself and programmed the correct key and apologized for the problem.
City Locksmith
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Reviewed in December 2020
Tomorrow will be a year since Agape, not me, called my remodel finished. I did not want to have to write a negative review, but this is my honest experience. Our kitchen remodel was going to be exciting, expensive (85k+), and stressful; we had not been through one, but we expected it. What we...
Agape Home Services
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Reviewed in April 2018
They broke the roof the 2nd week of January. Was able to get it done in a timely manner so I didn't lose much heat. He was able to work with me on making changes during the project. During the process I wasn't liking the way the deck was looking so I asked if we could make some changes. They did...
Superior Home Building LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
He came today to check two outlets. I wanted to make sure that would not catch on fire. I have used him for the last 4 years and I call him any time I have any electrical problems.
LEE ELECTRIC INC
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Reviewed in May 2016
We worked with Jim McVeigh of the Macomb office. He worked with us on design of the kitchen and all associated choices, as well as a fireplace surround (we were replacing a current gas fireplace, and wanted cabinets surrounding it to give it a built-in look, sans any top cabinets, so we had...
KSI Kitchen & Bath
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Reviewed in May 2013
Our kitchen looks good if you don't look too close. Cracks in backsplash tile, gouges in newly refinished hardwood floor, cracks in frames of cabinets, large gap between molding and wall on "custom pantry" and the list goes on........ Jason Catlin is more about "good enough" than quality...
Catlin Construction & Renovation LLC
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Reviewed in December 2012
I was shopping for kitchen cabinets and countertops. After looking into several other company's including Home Depot and Lowes, I went to Pro Craft. Pro Craft has a very large selection of styles, wood and countertops. They were very helpful and patient with making my decisions and...
PRO CRAFT KITCHEN & BATH
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