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>

How much space do you need for storage cabinets?

• <div><p>Storage cabinets can be custom or standard, depending on the purpose of the cabinet, size of your space, and available materials. If you’re looking to build something to a standard size, the usual range for cabinet dimensions are as follows:</p><ul><li><p>Height: <b>12 inches–42 inches</b></p></li><li><p>Width: <b>12 inches–36 inches</b></p></li><li><p>Depth:<b> 16 inches–24 inches</b> </p></li></ul><p>Taller cabinets typically have a height of <b>84 inches, 90 inches, and 96 inches</b>.</p></div>

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Q: When remodeling a kitchen, do you do floors or cabinets first?

• <div><p>Contractors commonly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cabinets-or-flooring-first.htm">install floors before cabinets</a> during a kitchen remodel. It&rsquo;s the standard option when installing hardwood, vinyl, and tile flooring. Installing flooring first helps prevent height misalignment, ensures a seamless appearance, and saves extra flooring work and costs if you plan to replace or remove any cabinets later.</p></div>

Q: Do you place heavier loads on lower or middle shelves?

• <div><p>Any of your garage shelves should be able to hold heavier loads, but it&rsquo;s best to place heavier items on middle shelves. The only reason for this is to prevent injury&mdash;lifting heavy loads from down low requires squatting or bending over, which can lead to back injury, and lifting heavy loads off of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/diy-overhead-garage-storage.htm">high shelves in the garage</a> can be especially dangerous if you drop them.</p></div>

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 types of cabinets are available?

• <div><p>Options include stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinets, each offering varying levels of personalization and cost.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2015
The contractor accompanied me to Lowe's to ensure that I was purchasing the correct supplies and equipment, was very knowledgeable, trustworthy and quite professional. He arrived in a timely fashion and cleaned up the clutter created while work was being performed and work was completed on time....
Johnson's Remodeling and Repair
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Reviewed in June 2014
They had pretty good quality of work. They do good work, but they need better supervision of their sub-contractors.
Couvillion Design & Build LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
Ellis Woodworks did an outstanding job in designing and building our cabinets for our new home. Wayne Ellis spent time with us and helped us with decisions on design and functions of each set. He had many examples for us to view and envision the final product. He and his team worked with our...
ELLIS WOODWORKS
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Reviewed in September 2012
It went extremely well. They were timely, considerate of our wants and needs, and very professional. Also, they were helpful in advising on materials, colors, and adhering to the historical nature of the home. They were very responsive to our questions and wanted to please us on every aspect of...
McHan Construction LLC
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Reviewed in September 2013
Beautiful, He came and measured, went back to his shop and built them. The next time I saw him he brought the cabinets and installed them.
Cabinets By Harold
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Reviewed in September 2015
Has not finished the job yet. Waiting for other work to be done before he can install. I have seen his work in the past and it very good workmanship. He is also very polite and professional.
YARBROUGH WOOD PRODUCTS
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Reviewed in July 2015
Took way to long to complete Was told material was in and was working on building countertops, then told still waiting on material No communication when material was taking longer than planned Took us calling mad for response Took so long that they forgot if measurements were for cabinet...
Magnolia State Countertops LLC
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Reviewed in April 2015
Recently i noticed a crack at the right front of my granite where the sink cutout is, after further checking i noticed it had been repaired by the installer putting granite glue on the crack under the counter and also they put clue on the under mount sink to help hold it together. I contacted...
SLAB STONE SURFACES
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Reviewed in March 2012
It went really great. He was under budget. They were very puntcual. One of the best things I like about this group is that none of them smoked. That is very unusual and a really good thing. We did not have to worry about security for our property while they were working in our home. Fine...
W E Hutcherson Contracting
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