Mastering Suspension Rail Installation for Ikea Kitchens

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  • @maydanlex
    @maydanlex Рік тому +28

    Taking the time to watch 'Rannes' video will save you a lot of heartache. Thanks for posting!!!!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      You are very welcome. I am happy that you find my videos helpful.

  • @martycurtis7090
    @martycurtis7090 6 місяців тому +35

    If you are looking for complete installation instructions for IKEA kitchens stop here at this video series. It's by far the best, most comprehensive, and thorough series on YT that my wife and I have found yet.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  6 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for that, Marty 🙏

    • @mrki412
      @mrki412 3 місяці тому

      You can use it for any kitchen, I have big homework watching all videos, my wife will ditch me.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому

      Bring out the popcorn 🍿😀

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому

      I hope your wife is still hanging on 😊

  • @copleyscornmaze
    @copleyscornmaze Рік тому +28

    My cabinets arrive in a few days, I’m preparing the room and have already found the sagging ceiling issue… these videos are like being an apprentice to a master craftsman passing on his years of experience
    There’s no way I’m even unpacking the boxes until I’ve watched all of these, thank you so much for making these

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +6

      You're very welcome, Gary.
      Reading comments like yours is the real reason that I keep making videos. Well, that, but also the abundance of videos on UA-cam showing you many ways you shouldn't do it 🤗
      I wish you all the best.

    • @sharonevans3739
      @sharonevans3739 Рік тому

      ​@@kitchensbyrannesm

    • @salmothymus
      @salmothymus 10 місяців тому

      in my case, I opened a few, one bottom and one upper Metod cabinets just to see how they fit and read the instructions and see how everything goes before I make some irreversible mistakes. Took me a week to study in the evenings but I still had some suspicion on certain steps. Just yesterday, after drawing rail height lines on the wall with a laser I decided to check the internet and found Rannes' channel. How lucky it turns out ! Starting with this video on suspension rails......coming from the old continent, if only all the math would be done in millimeters and not in inches (fractions, even worse😱)...just kidding, it really does not matter in essence.... 😁

    • @salmothymus
      @salmothymus 2 місяці тому

      coming back here thx to the youtube's push message.... since I am subscribed (and will stay for sure, enjoying new videos)....so, after 8 months, my IKEA kitchen is fully in order and in perfect shape, function and looks.....in many ways thx to Rannes' videos.....amazing how, in spite being pretty sure in my general DIY experience, I found so many revelations that Rannes points out....helping me avoid wrong approach or poor installation (even the choice of better than IKEA supplied parts, like screws in some cases for example).....❤👌

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому +1

      I'm glad your kitchen turned out great for you 😊 and I'm pleased that the videos were a help.
      🙏

  • @percussiveone
    @percussiveone Рік тому +12

    Thank you so much for this one! I can't believe no one, nor Ikea, instructs on how to get as close to the ceiling as possible. I'm ready to start hanging!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      You're very welcome.
      I'm glad that you find the video useful. Good luck with the installation ☺️

  • @edgar9651
    @edgar9651 Рік тому +5

    Thanks, great video! I am just about to install my kitchen, and until now I saw at least 10 other videos from experts. Nobody explained all the details as good as you. Thank you very much.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Thanks, Edgar. I'm glad that you find my videos helpful and I appreciate that you take the time to let me know. Good luck with your project 👍

  • @samuelfamily1252
    @samuelfamily1252 Рік тому +4

    Thank you for taking the time to translate IKEA hieroglyphics to us!!! I completely misinterpreted a picture that you so eloquently clarified and then went further to practically give an explanation on how to do it better! Your content is appreciated! Cheers!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      You're very welcome. I'm happy to hear that you find the video about suspension rails useful. All the best with your project.

  • @petersmyczek2297
    @petersmyczek2297 Рік тому +7

    Sir, as I was about to hang a couple of cabinets, the information you provided was invaluable. I would have stepped into a lot of these pitfalls you are addressing. Thank you for putting in the work for this extremely informative video.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      I'm happy to hear that you find the videos helpful 👍
      Good luck with your project.

  • @wattsyvfx
    @wattsyvfx Рік тому +4

    so glad i watched this before screwing my rails to the wall!! My kitchen sags in every direction and this video saved me a world of hurt!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Thanks. I must have made it with your house in mind ☺️🙏

  • @salmothymus
    @salmothymus 10 місяців тому +4

    Luckily I stumbled on YOUR videos specifically covering IKEA kitchens. I do have some general experience and skills (and tools) but boy did I learn some very useful tips and comments of IKEA manuals. Good thing is that I am just preparing for this and mounting rails is among the first steps....and exactly one part that I was scratching my head about....SUPERB !

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  10 місяців тому +2

      I'm glad my videos could prevent any head-scratching moments for you! Who knew installing kitchen rails could be so puzzling? Keep watching for more tips and tricks!

  • @DaddyDiesel123
    @DaddyDiesel123 12 днів тому

    I am installing ikea cabinets for the first time tomorrow, I'm so glad I found your video! Thank you

  • @caravann26
    @caravann26 Рік тому +7

    I think I've watched the video 10 times I finally liked and subscribed.

  • @veroandariega
    @veroandariega Рік тому +3

    Thank you so much for these videos! I will finally began my project in about 2 weeks! (after waiting for 6 months for some missing cabinets). My local IKEA doesn't have installers, so I'm preparing to do it with my husband and adult son. We have put together most of the cabinets, but the rail installation makes me nervous. Thank GOD I have super high ceilings! I'll watch all of your videos and will make my family watch them too.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +2

      Hi Ronnie,
      Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. I am happy that you like my videos and find them helpful.
      Don't worry about the installation, as long as you have decided to do it RIGHT, it will be fine.
      And, don't be shy, send a question if you run into problems. I will be happy to guide you.
      All the best with your project.

    • @veroandariega
      @veroandariega Рік тому

      @@kitchensbyrannes OMG, thank you! I will!

  • @Strongasmeat
    @Strongasmeat Рік тому +5

    Incredibly informative, I'm saving this video to rewatch when it comes time to install

  • @onkelzoltan100
    @onkelzoltan100 Рік тому +2

    Very useful advice, the question is why IKEA can't help with all of this in the same way.A self-explanatory drawing supplemented with understandable advice would help a lot. Designers should learn to think with the mind of a simple person.Thanks Rannes for the excellent explanations.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Thank you for your comment.
      I'm not sure that Ikea wants you to do it yourself since they are in the business of installation, too, as they offer to install the kitchen for you.
      When I started out installing Ikea kitchens, I wished that they had better instructions, but after I learned that they actually aren't "Designing for Installation," I am pleased that they focused elsewhere.

    • @thezfunk
      @thezfunk Рік тому +1

      ​@@kitchensbyrannesYeah, Ikea bought the company the recommended for installation and design. So, I can definitely see why they want you to buy the 'professional' installation now.

  • @sankan2
    @sankan2 8 місяців тому +2

    Great video @kitchensbyrannes ! Does the same apply for taller (80 inch) cabinets with legs as the base cabinets - that the cabinet does not need to be held by the rail, only the legs? Is it sufficient for one 80 inch x 30 inch tall cabinet if I cut a 29.5 piece of rail attached to 2 studs on the inside of the cabinet brackets (the cabinet has four legs). Thanks!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  8 місяців тому +1

      You're welcome. Yes. For the high cabinets the rail is less important as it stands on four legs, as you mentioned. I only rely on the rail for those for two things. 1) Keep the cabinet hanging until I have placed the legs, and 2) Keep the cabinet from falling forward or to the side i.e. securing it to the wall.

  • @ernesto462
    @ernesto462 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you for taking the time to share this excellent video with us. I agreed with you in cutting the hanging rails as you suggested and checking the sagging ceilings.

  • @carlgrainger2669
    @carlgrainger2669 5 місяців тому

    Thank you UA-cam! Love this guy, great clarity, precise no nonsense professional selflessly passing on his valuable time learnt skills. What a star! Much appreciated. TY

  • @pipedreemzin.6892
    @pipedreemzin.6892 9 місяців тому +2

    great video! I put an extra screw tight to the bottom of the rail. Into the drywall and stud. You double the holding power from 80 pounds to 160 pounds by doing this.

  • @annespellberg7173
    @annespellberg7173 Рік тому +1

    This is fantastic information. I am only installing a small 60" run of uppers and lowers but I live in a 100 year old house, so nothing is square or flat. I wondered about the heights from the ceiling and floors. I haven't opened the boxes yet, but given Ikea instructions, not sure I'd get that information. Thank you so so much for this video!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      You're very welcome, Anne.
      If you're only having uppers and lowers, but no pantry cabinet connecting those, you'll have no problems... almost 🤗
      Just make sure you know where the lowest spot on your ceiling is, and go from there.
      This video might help too:
      ua-cam.com/video/BixkS8JM3lE/v-deo.html

  • @paulchevako
    @paulchevako Рік тому +2

    Very valuable advice. Thank you again. I am a first-timer, but I am making progress like an expert.
    I am not going super fast, but always forward!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Thanks again, Paul.
      Slow and steady does it.
      Good luck with the project.

  • @sama.2586
    @sama.2586 8 місяців тому +2

    Underbar video Lars! Jag är renoverings "contractor" i Peterborough, ON (inte svenskt men bodde där under 10 år).

  • @umchoyka
    @umchoyka 4 місяці тому

    Good video. I'll add that the measurements that you gave at the end of the video (height from baseline) are better than Ikea's instructions also. Ikea recommends 120cm (~47") above the base rail if you have 30" upper cabinets and we found that that is not high enough to provide suitable clearance to the top of the counter. Your suggestion of 50" is right on the money.

  • @mcanultymichelle
    @mcanultymichelle 8 місяців тому +1

    I wouldn’t want to install the ikea kitchen without this video 🥴

  • @paulhenrycnd1
    @paulhenrycnd1 7 місяців тому

    What makes this video so awesome it's like every time I go through a project I learned so much but I've made so many mistakes. Thank you so much for showing us the pitfalls and tricks I know it's saved me a ton of time and headaches

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  7 місяців тому

      Thank you for your feedback. I am happy to hear that you find it helpful.

  • @jilllovepupply
    @jilllovepupply 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for posting. I’m total new to this work. What type of screws do you suggest to use to further tightening the rail? Also, what’s your suggestion on filling the ceiling gaps due to the sagging leveling

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for your questions.
      For suspension rail screws, I use the ones mentioned at the bottom of this page: kitchensbyrannes.com/screws-for-ikea-suspension-rails/
      I always leave the gap between the ceiling and the cabinets open. I think that any material used to close the gap will enhance the difference in height. I believe the shadow is doing a much better job in evening out the "eyesore."

  • @CAJayPop
    @CAJayPop 3 дні тому

    Thank you for the video instructions. Excellent. I am replace existing IKEA base cabinets. The wall curves in by 1/2". Should I fix the wall with drywall or can I work around the curve by adjusting the rail. Appreciate your thoughts.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 дні тому

      You're welcome.
      No need to redo the drywall, you can shim the rail... 😊

  • @saurolocatelli
    @saurolocatelli 6 місяців тому +1

    Quick tip when doing this job alone: once you have placed the horizontal laser line on the wall at the correct height, hammer 3 tiny nails into the wall along the line. You can then rest the rail on the nails, which will make your job easier while you put in all the screws and fine tune the rail's positioning to get perfectly level. What do you think Rannes?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  6 місяців тому +2

      Thanks for the tip.
      If it works for you, or others, go for it.
      I usually put in the first screw in the middle of the rail and let it hang on that. Then do each end and then the rest.

  • @Paulus449
    @Paulus449 7 місяців тому

    We are currently building an Ikea kitchen to self install into our house. We have a lot of plasterboard walls (relatively new build house, we moved in 16 years ago when it was new). These tips are amazing, thank you! I need to invest in a stud finder for our wall cabinets. Liked and subscribed

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  7 місяців тому

      Thanks, I'm glad you like the video.
      Good luck with your project 😃

  • @scarecrow4242
    @scarecrow4242 6 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the video. I'll be using this info next week. Do you ever adjust the height for different countertop thicknesses?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  6 місяців тому +1

      You're welcome.
      No I don't, as the Ikea system doesn't take that into consideration.

  • @trinaroe5132
    @trinaroe5132 Рік тому +1

    Best IKEA installation video I’ve seen! Thank you!

  • @lyndonfoster1090
    @lyndonfoster1090 Рік тому +4

    Great video again
    Thank you so much. I have a sloping and sagging ceiling and not flat walls so your tips are great. Keep up the great work.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, Lyndon 👍

    • @lyndonfoster1090
      @lyndonfoster1090 Рік тому

      @@kitchensbyrannes Your welcome. I forgot to mention that your tip at the very end about how to hang the upper cabinet rail by measuring from the lower base line is one of the best ones. It makes it so much more clear how to do it. I hope IKEA listens. Well done!

  • @livin4today132
    @livin4today132 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi, thank you for your great videos, I have a question, when starting with the lower cabinets, should I add 1/4” to the 32-3/16 to compensate for the new flooring we’ll be adding after the cabinets are installed, please let me know ,, thank you

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  6 місяців тому +1

      You're very welcome.
      Yes, add the thickness of the floor to 32 3/16" as you wrote 👍

  • @rockDJalNIGHTY
    @rockDJalNIGHTY Місяць тому +1

    Hi Lars! Which screws and plugs would you advise to use in a 10 cm thick Leca wall when mounting the IKEA suspension rails? I live in Denmark. Thanks! PS I found you by chance, but I'm very pleased and happy!!!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Місяць тому +1

      Mange tak. Jeg ved ikke helt specifikt hvilke skruer og "rawlplugs" du skal bruge i leca, men mon ikke du kan finde svar ved enten at Google eller ved at spørge nede i Silvan? Her i Canada bruger vi ikke leca blokke så jeg vil skulle Google hvis jeg skal give dig et bedre svar, og tænk hvis jeg læser forkert på nettet og dit køkken falder ned, så har jeg dig i røret :-)
      God fornøjelse.

  • @fabianmckenna8197
    @fabianmckenna8197 11 місяців тому

    Agreed.......Same problem applies with B&Q and other wall cabinets.
    I had no space left for my exact fit wall cabinets so couldn't use the hanging rails. Put corner brackets and screwed directly through these into the wall.

  • @traviscreegan3865
    @traviscreegan3865 Рік тому +1

    Thank you. Your videos have been extremely helpful when installing my Ikea kitchen - much appreciated

  • @keska01
    @keska01 2 місяці тому

    These videos give me so much confidence to try to tackle my ikea kitchen myself.... I only have a straight 115 inch line, no corners etc... so hopefully with your expertise videos I can do it! :)
    if I don't add a pantry cabinet I could follow the 32 3/16 instruction though right? Because my upper cabinets will be installed below a bulkhead so I can't use the ceiling as my measuring point

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому

      Of course you can do it 😁
      Yes, nothing complicated. 32 3/16" if your floor is in already 👍
      Check this too ua-cam.com/video/Q-wMScq6S94/v-deo.htmlsi=QvJ236VT49ZMkXA4

  • @arunviswa88
    @arunviswa88 Рік тому +1

    Hi, Thanks for the video.. I’m trying to screw only one high cabinet, whether I need rail or I can screw directly to the stud? Luckily I have studs behind each end. If I can screw directly what screw you recommend?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Yes, in that case, rail isn't needed.
      Remember to put the black plastic thingy into the brackets, to get the same distance. I regularl 3" long screw for wood, or similar, will work.
      I would use the rail though. Much easier as you can hang the cabinet up without the legs, and add legs after. If you go without rail, balancing the cabinet on the legs is a pain.

  • @josephkalodimos1779
    @josephkalodimos1779 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this excellent info. Ihave a question. I'm installing the base cabinets on the floor and have a level area for the most part. I'd like to mount the cabinets to the rail and put 1/4' lattice under the front & back of the base cabinets so no door issues open & closing. How high should the rail be from the floor? I'm using the cabinets for an office and cannot have the countertop height so I've eliminated the legs for leveling.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Okay I see.
      The underside of the rail should be 32 3/16" minus 4 ½" plus the thickness of your lattice, from the floor.
      Good luck 🤞

  • @SDR_Scooter
    @SDR_Scooter Рік тому +1

    This is a great video, well explained and easy to understand. Thank you for the time you take to explain why and then how.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Thanks. I'm happy to hear that you find the video helpful.

  • @duckyday1099
    @duckyday1099 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing you knowledge with us. You are most appreciated. 🙏

  • @petelucke7846
    @petelucke7846 5 місяців тому

    Hi. Your videos are very informative. Regarding rail height, is the measurement from the unfinished floor under the cabinets or the finished floor that will be what you see? I will have new wood floor installed after the cabinets are in. Thanks for a response.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks.
      Yes, when you hang the rails, add the thickness of the floor that'll come in after 👍

  • @miguelherad4543
    @miguelherad4543 Рік тому +1

    Good Morning
    We are trying to figure out how to hang upper stacked cabinets? Do we start with the lower first? Will they be a tight fit? Thanks so much! We are in the middle of our build. Boxes everywhere lol!
    Signed, Mrs Heras

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Good morning, Mrs Heras. Your timing is imminent. I am spending my Sunday working on a short video promoting a post on that topic. Check it out below, and make your choices based on your room and setup.
      kitchensbyrannes.com/ikea-kitchen-suspension-rails/
      I hope you will find it helpful. Good luck with your project.

  • @pamcake91
    @pamcake91 Рік тому +1

    Great video!! I’m using the ikea cabinets in my laundry room. I have the 40” tall upper cabinets, but i also have tall ceilings so I can’t put them right up to the ceiling. In that case, what would you do for screwing the rail between the studs? Would I have to use wall anchors in that case?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Hi Pamela,
      Thanks 👍 and thank you for your question.
      If you're using the rights screws and the studs are sitting 16" apart, I normally don't add anchors, but it depends on each individual situation.
      I often add an anchor at the end of there's more than 6 inches to a stud with a screw.
      I use the anchors mentioned in this article:
      kitchensbyrannes.com/screws-for-ikea-suspension-rails/

  • @omargalil7672
    @omargalil7672 Рік тому +1

    Impressive video, I wish I had stomped on it prior to installing the rails and cabinets, I completely missed the fact that the floors are not flat, and I'm currently in the process of redoing everything. A couple of questions though:
    1. Do I place the laser level in the center of the room - irrespective of its depth - and set the laser line @32 3/16" and check where it sits 2 ft away from all the walls that have cabinets? Or do I measure it for a single wall and then apply it across the perimeter?
    2. My biggest issue is this: Assume one point the laser line sits perfectly at 32 3/16" from the floor, upon installing the railing do I level it based on this height or based on the laser line (even though at other points along the laser line there will be different heights because of the flooring)?
    Thank you!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +2

      Thanks.
      Put your laser at a position where it can cover all wall involved. Any part of the base cabinets connected with the same countertop or stove, must be at same height. If your floor varies a lot, find a good middle ground.
      2. All rails follow the laser, not the floor. If not, your hotdog buns will roll of the countertop ☺️

    • @omargalil7672
      @omargalil7672 Рік тому +1

      @@kitchensbyrannes Got it! Thank you so much

  • @Peeps-gx7mg
    @Peeps-gx7mg 12 днів тому

    Hi Rannes - I am watching all of your videos as I prepare to install our IKEA kitchen. I have one question, which I am getting conflicting answers on.
    I live in France, and our new kitchen (in a new room we just had built), behind the plasterboard is metal studs. I've been told by IKEA that I can just screw in the suspension rail as normal, and hang the cabinets off it. But I have also been told that I would need to first 'reinforce' the metal studs, by adding battons between the studs. This is only for 3 wall cabinets, but one will have the microwave inside it so I just want to make sure I have everything secured correctly, so it doesn't come crashing down one day! Any insight from you would be much appreciated. Thanks

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  12 днів тому

      @@Peeps-gx7mg Hi France 🥖🥐🍷❤️
      Yes, I can highly recommend to add some backing where you want to hang the wall cabinets when your studs are made from metal.
      Here, the contractors are mostly using some ¾" plywood but 2x4" or similar can be used as well.

  • @alexk6745
    @alexk6745 Місяць тому

    Thank you very much for sharing this. This is really helpful. I never did but was thinking to install cabinets.

  • @vernon_4411
    @vernon_4411 3 місяці тому

    Hi Rannes, any tips for mounting a suspension rail to ensure the distance between the top of a wall cabinet and the ceiling is precise enough to fit a filler panel?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 місяці тому

      Just add the sickness of the panel to the minimum distance the rail must be from the ceiling.
      However, I'm certain it won't look nice unless of course your house has perfectly horizontal ceilings, because you're certainly not going to let the rail follow the ceiling, right?

  • @darylwarren8394
    @darylwarren8394 Рік тому +1

    Which fasteners do you recommend to hang the rail to cinderblock walls? I’m thinking of using Tapcon screws? Thoughts?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      I'm not sure, Daryl. We don't have those around here in the land of drywall. You better ask at the hardware store.

  • @kimaani11
    @kimaani11 Рік тому +1

    Gosh I wish I had stumbled across your video a long time ago, it would have helped a ton! Nevermind though, I'll save it for the next project. Great logical explanations, thank you so much! 😊

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      You're very welcome.
      That's right, there's always a next one waiting to happen ☺️

  • @edgar9651
    @edgar9651 Рік тому +1

    Thanks! About the shims on the wall (see 15:50): How accurate do you select the shims? I bought some shims, and the slimmest version is 1/16” = 1.6mm. Is that accurate enough to shim the rail (on the important points) to be accurate to 1/16”? Or would it be better to have it accurate to 1/32” or 0.5mm or what do you suggest? Thanks

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      The 1/16" accurate enough. No need to get the thinner ones.

  • @herpnuthouse
    @herpnuthouse Рік тому +1

    Your videos are terrific! I am wondering what type of wall anchors I can use for the rails as my ceiling is vaulted and the number of studs is limited.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Thanks 🙏
      The key word in your question is "limited." Any rail I install must be secured into minimum one stud per cabinet, as a rule of my own thumb, and if there's a wall cabinet sitting by itself, two must be the desired minimum.
      However, no rules without exceptiond, so every now and then I am faced with a situation where the studs are 24' on center and there's a single 21" or less wide wall cabinet in the plan. Depending on the situation, I sometimes say "no, not possible " and sometimes I use a number of anchors together with one or two securely fastened screws into the one stud available.
      All this, and you didn't even ask about that.
      The only drywall anchor I use is shown at the bottom of this page:
      kitchensbyrannes.com/screws-for-ikea-suspension-rails/

  • @Wootts007
    @Wootts007 Рік тому +2

    Very helpful, just about to fit my first IKEA kitchen! Thanks

  • @b.a.b7834
    @b.a.b7834 2 місяці тому

    Thank you. Just something I missed or don't understand. If the plinth is 11cm, will the 82 cm railing hight will be enough? This 82cm Hight is based on which plinth size!? Doesn't the plinth size affect where the rail should be attached?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому

      @@b.a.b7834 You're welcome.
      Those centimetres always confuse me as I work in inches, but check this video, and the guide on my website mentioned in the video description.
      ua-cam.com/video/BixkS8JM3lE/v-deo.html

  • @marianafernandes6344
    @marianafernandes6344 3 місяці тому

    Great content! Do you know if it's possible to change the position of the rail to be lower? I have pipes passing on the top of the wall so I cannot drill there but still wanted 1meter tall cabinets. Thanks!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 місяці тому

      Thanks.
      If you move the rails down the wall, the brackets inside the cabinet must move the same distance, new holes for screws must be drilled, and you must cut a square opening in the back where the rail will engage with the brackets.
      Not easy but possible.

    • @marianafernandes6344
      @marianafernandes6344 3 місяці тому

      @@kitchensbyrannesthanks so much for the quick answer.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 місяці тому

      You're very welcome.
      I'll put "move rail brackets inside cabinets" video on my list 👍

  • @mohsenvazirizade6334
    @mohsenvazirizade6334 5 місяців тому

    Thank you very much for an amazing channel. I learned a lot form you. My ceiling is not perfectly horizontal in the direction of the rail, but I installed the rails perfectly leveled. Now, the gap between the ceiling and cabinets on the left is about 3/4" perfect for molding while the right one is only 1/4" too small. I was wondering what you would do in these situation? Thank you

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks. I'm happy to hear that you find my videos helpful.
      The gap.......do nothing 😀
      The shadow between the ceiling and the cabinets is doing a much better job than anything else you could think of putting in there.
      ua-cam.com/video/qAvuCW_3KQ8/v-deo.htmlsi=5Q2HEFRnRpRiCfdD

    • @thejuangs1998
      @thejuangs1998 5 місяців тому

      did you drill the cabinets to the wall as well or did you used the gray clips ?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  5 місяців тому

      Clips only.

  • @Next-q4h
    @Next-q4h Місяць тому

    Thank you for making these useful videos. Would you be able to help me…I am planning to install 3 upper cabinets and a high cabinet. Total wall width is 110 inches. Sum of all cabinet width is 108 inches. How do I cover up the space for the 2 in inches.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Місяць тому +1

      You're very welcome.
      In most cases, I cut fillers from a 15x90" panel.
      As seen here, where I'm installing a filler for a walk cabinet.
      ua-cam.com/users/shortsa5XLSGjZjew?si=JmiB_ySRhla3CN5H

  • @CinHalCedHerChance
    @CinHalCedHerChance 10 місяців тому +1

    Best video explaining the reasoning system and a great help.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  10 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @CinHalCedHerChance
      @CinHalCedHerChance 10 місяців тому +1

      @@kitchensbyrannes I'm still terrified to do it but i will try.
      I'll have to watch this over a few times to be more confident. Lol

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  10 місяців тому

      Don't be. Easy Peasy 👍 You got this 👍

  • @NOELTM
    @NOELTM 10 місяців тому +1

    @6:06 the item on top of the Fridge - I think IKEA might call it Musfälla - but I don't think it comes with the rails.🙂
    Great video thanks for the really useful tips/advice.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  10 місяців тому +1

      Funny, musfälla means mouse trap in Swedish. 🤣

  • @timg9647
    @timg9647 5 місяців тому

    Will be upgrading a kitchen soon and saw your very very useful videos. I’ll definitely be watching the series to ensure I learn all the useful proven tips and guides.
    A quick question here - is there an easy way of ‘levelling’ just using spirit level iso a laser level ? Doing one kitchen only so probably not justified to get a laser unit. Advice appreciated. Thanks

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for your feedback.
      Sure, leveling with a spirit level is possible, but you'll thank me for recommending getting a laser level since hanging rails and assessment of ceiling and floors are super easy with the laser. Spirit level for these tasks are almost impossible.

    • @timg9647
      @timg9647 4 місяці тому

      @@kitchensbyrannes I’ve taken your advice and purchased a laser level.
      Just a query on the height of cabinet (with benchtop). Can you please advise the maximum possible height for ikea metod cabinets & standard ikea legs. I am considering a total height from floor to the top of the benchtop of around 960mm (the height of existing benchtop). And how to achieve this height. Planning to use 38mm thick benchtop. Thank you

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  4 місяці тому

      Cabinet height. I have to admit, that when it comes to the maximum height adjustability of the Metod legs, I only know what I can read on the Ikea website as I have no experience with those. Here in Canada, we have the Sektion system with different dimensions.
      Sorry I cannot be if more help.
      That said, keep in mind that if you have wall cabinets too, the distance between the uppers may be reduced unless these will be mounted higher up on the wall too.

  • @olivepressdesign
    @olivepressdesign Рік тому +1

    Fantastic video. Really informative. Thanks for taking the time. What’s the distance from the bottom of the support rail to the top of the cabinet? Does the top of the rail just sit flush with the top of the cabinet? I would like to instal one cabinet but the bottom of the cabinet has to just clear standard 5.25” baseboards. So I’m trying to figure out how to calculate the height of the rail and where to place it. (Hope that makes sense 😃).

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for your comment. I'm happy that you find this video helpful.
      The distance from the bottom of the rail to the top of the cabinet is 2 3/8" and the rail isn't flush with the top of the cabinet. About 1/8" in difference.
      If the lower edge of the rail is sitting 32 3/16" from the floor, there's about 4 1/2" from floor to cabinet. If you need 5 1/4" you'll have to add the difference to where the rail sits ie approximately 33" with a bit of safety margin.
      But first, but a level on the floor and measure from the highest point.
      Good luck with your project.

    • @olivepressdesign
      @olivepressdesign Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much for the thorough answer. That’s exactly the explanation I needed. The points you made in this response and in the video about using a laser level to measure from the highest points in the project (whether from a slanted floor or sagging celling) is fantastic. Time to start incorporating laser levels in my projects now. Thank you again for sharing your expertise. PS. In the new Sektion Rail instructions, from Ikea online and not the print ones yet, they removed the weird 6/8 fraction and say you need 1” from the ceiling height.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Yeah, you're right. They must have changed it recently because I just copied that picture not long ago.
      Oh well, 1" isn't helping either ☺️

  • @martajonina2283
    @martajonina2283 Рік тому +1

    Incredibly informative and very helpful information. Thank you for sharing this!

  • @BarbaraBarclay-dd3rm
    @BarbaraBarclay-dd3rm 2 місяці тому

    Watched many of your excellent videos. Doing my own ikea kitchen. I have a 90" cabinet to the right of the fridge and a soffit of 93.75-94'"(the bottom edge of the cabinet is not sitting next to other cabinets). I managed to get the cabinet up but what do you recommend for the legs? Ikea legs won't fit. Should I cut them down? It seems like a lot of weight for the metal supports alone. thanks

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому +1

      Hi Barbara.
      Thank you for your support of my channel. I appreciate it very much.
      So, your pantry. A clarifying question. Is it sitting lower than usual because of the soffit on top?
      In any way, it needs legs. Hanging on the rail only isn't sufficient.
      Yes, you can cut the Ikea legs shorter. I've done that before. I used a regular hacksaw.

    • @BarbaraBarclay-dd3rm
      @BarbaraBarclay-dd3rm 2 місяці тому

      @@kitchensbyrannes yes it is sitting very low due to the soffit and although I had premounted the base piece, the foot is about 1/2 too long at the back and 1.25" too long at the front due to the fact that the floor was tiled at an angle.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому +1

      Okay, I see.
      You can definitely cut the leg if needed. I cut it after the two cylindrical parts are assembled but doing them individually is fine too.
      If you cut with an oscillating tool, the friction between the blade and the plastic may melt and weld the parts together so I usually use a hacksaw.

  • @integralsun
    @integralsun 8 місяців тому

    great illustrations - terrific presentation - thank you for preparing this 🙂

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  8 місяців тому

      Your appreciation means a lot! I'm happy to help.

  • @rafaelcamposros
    @rafaelcamposros Рік тому +1

    Great video! What screws are you using to screw the rail on the wall?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Thank you.
      For stud wall I use this screw:
      B&C Eagle WoodPro Fasteners ST14X212-50PC 1/4-Inch by 2-1/2-Inch Length Round Washer Head Exterior Wood Screws, 50-Pack a.co/d/f9YGm5t

  • @fredflintstone2234
    @fredflintstone2234 8 місяців тому +1

    What is the laser level that you use? Or recommend a cheap one?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  8 місяців тому

      I use the one shown at the bottom of this page kitchensbyrannes.com/ikea-kitchen-suspension-rails/
      I started out with a cheaper one from Canadian Tire which worked fine, but it was more difficult to place a the right height easily as it didn't have the pole.

    • @fredflintstone2234
      @fredflintstone2234 8 місяців тому +1

      @@kitchensbyrannes thank you !

  • @LiamG458
    @LiamG458 2 місяці тому

    I'm confident my suspension rail is attached the wall securely....but how much weight can the brackets that screw in to the cabinets hold? As the rail can have lots of attachment points, where as each cabinet only has two (one in each corner).

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому

      Hi Liam.
      I don't have the answer to that question as Ikea doesn't share the load capacity. Sorry 😔

  • @thejuangs1998
    @thejuangs1998 5 місяців тому

    did you used the gray clips to install the top cabinets or did you screw them to the wall

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  5 місяців тому

      Yes, when the cabinets are hanging on the rail, the grey clip locks it in position. No screws needed.

  • @patricktang5414
    @patricktang5414 Рік тому +1

    Hi
    I just installed the rail and have the top of the base cabinet to the floor is 34 3/4” without countertop and with the countertop being installed later with the total high 35 5/8”
    So would like to know this is the regular high for the kitchen? Thanks

  • @cpm5303
    @cpm5303 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the useful tips. I'm starting to remodel the kitchen too and stumble on your channel. The only issue I face is my wall is not straight, there are two diagonal sides which wall parts away and I have no idea how I can make the fillers between the flat and the diagonal ones. I only see cabinets installed on flat walls and none have diagonal walls which make an angle , I guess I have stop at the intersection on flat one , and install one on the diagonal side and looking how to make a filler. But any advice is greatly appreciated!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for your comment.
      I appreciate your contribution.
      The walls. Do you mean that a longer wall is breaking outwards and opening up at some point?
      If so, a filler where they meet might be the solution. If possible, you could make the filler 5" wide and put a 5" drawer front on top of it, so it looks like a narrow door. That'll only work for the base cabinets and a 30" high wall cabinet though.
      Good luck with your installation.

    • @cpm5303
      @cpm5303 Рік тому

      @@kitchensbyrannes Yes, the 2 walls are at an angle, my cabines are 40 inches high so say I mount both of them, one is facing as normal on straight wall, the other is facing diagonally with the angle. I think I have to make the one in the angle closer as possible so I can put a filler. My old kitchen was custom, so they cut to fit the angle. Unless I have to custom cut a 12x40 inch cabinet to fill the gap and to make it fit the angle? I do have the same problem at the base cabinets but like you say I can use a drawer for that since I need the countertop on it.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      @@cpm5303 Ah, I don't follow completely. Fillers are not always easy, so just do your best. That is all we can ask of ourselves 🙂

  • @SamanthaAnne17
    @SamanthaAnne17 3 місяці тому

    If your upper cabinets don’t have a 2X4 running horizontally to grab onto, is there any suggestion to increase screws per distance? Currently only have them screwed to a stud every 16” but worried since the cabinets are heavy and that’s when they’re empty!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 місяці тому +1

      If you have a good-quality screw, with a strong grip, in every stud at 16" on center, it is sufficient. You can always add a few wall anchors in between each screw. The anchors won't hold it alone but they'll contribute.
      kitchensbyrannes.com/screws-for-ikea-suspension-rails/

  • @kenbartline7223
    @kenbartline7223 6 місяців тому +1

    I am hanging one rail with two 36 inch cabinets next to each other about 15 inches down from the ceiling. Do I have to concern myself with shimming any gaps? I am thinking not, since it is one rail that the two cabinets will be hanging from. However, I don’t want to be surprised hand have to do it all over. The space I am working in is 74 inches wide.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  6 місяців тому

      It depends. Are the gaps you mention between the rail and the wall?
      Since you only have two cabinets, you have to be sure that the two ends and the midsection are on the same plane, as that's where the brackets will hang.
      That said, you can not make it too flat, and you certainly don't want the midpoint protruding from the two ends as that will leave you with a gap between the cabinets you cannot close with screws without twisting the cabinet boxes.
      The short answer: make sure the rail is horizontal and flat

  • @galstad662
    @galstad662 Рік тому +1

    Question: The Ikea diagram says 32 3/16, but verbally you said 32 1/2. Is there a reason for this? Just a little confused about that. Thank you for the excellent video with all the tips and tricks! Extremely valuable!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Oh, didn't know. I better watch it again.
      32 3/16" is the accurate height from the floor, but a few factors can justify a small variance. Just know that any difference from 32 3/16" will effect the final height of the countertop above the floor.
      Also, if you put in a floating floor after the kitchen has been installed, you must offset the height with the thickness of the floor.

  • @oldhippie8774
    @oldhippie8774 Рік тому

    OMG, What a beautiful shade of blue, please tell me what shade of blue it is! LOL, I saw upon closer inspection that it is foil.

  • @jeffreyschultz4207
    @jeffreyschultz4207 11 місяців тому +1

    If i have 98" ceilings and 40" upper cabinets am i going 60" from the bottom rail or 2.5" from the ceiling? 60" from the bottom rail is 5.5" from the ceiling

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  11 місяців тому

      It depends. If you have 90" pantries, keep the 60" between the rails. If not, you can move the uppers up.

  • @kimbanyc
    @kimbanyc Рік тому +1

    I have concrete walls with 1in furring strips. Am thinking of extending the wall out because I have the space, is laundry room. Am wondering how long the screws are for the ikea cabinets. Some have suggested just putting 3/4” plywood across the furring strips and not drilling into the cement. I didn’t think there was enough strength in that. Do you have any thoughts on that?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      That's a good idea. I would secure the plywood into the concrete with screws where the furring strips are located ,so you don't pull the plywood towards the concrete. Then you can fasten the rails with som 1" #10 pan head screws. Use a lot though, one every 6-8 inch. It cannot be fastened too well. Safety above all.

  • @ypokespark114
    @ypokespark114 11 місяців тому

    You fo such a great job. So many helpful hints, so much information to make the job easier. Thank you !

  • @donnajeancampacci6684
    @donnajeancampacci6684 Рік тому

    Very, very helpful information! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. It will help me a lot!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      You're very welcome, Donna.
      I'm happy to hear that you find the video helpful.
      Good luck with the project.

    • @donnajeancampacci6684
      @donnajeancampacci6684 Рік тому

      I have not installed kitchen cabinets, but I have done a lot with their other Alex drawer units and storage cabinets. I am wanting to hang some wall units above my washer dryer. I have 60 inches wall-to-wall. I wanted to buy 230 inch cabinets but I’m afraid about getting the cabinet doors open against the walls. I was looking for anything in your videos that might help with that question. you are awesome at explaining everything!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      If you have regular doors, on your cabinets, you can get away with almost no clearance to the wall.
      If you have 60+ inches from wall to wall, two 30" wide cabinets might work.

  • @user-hy8uk3jy2i
    @user-hy8uk3jy2i 9 місяців тому

    Hi Rannes. My new-build apartment is under construction currently here in France and the documents say that the partition walls are built with steel studs. Do you have any experience or advice for how to best screw into those?
    I take your point about not relying on wall anchors but if my wall does not have a horizontal stud in good position for the upper cabinet rail should I suppose installing some sort of anchor between each stud as suggested by IKEA would be a good idea (60cm spacing is standard here but I will check). It would be good to know your preference on drywall anchor types when attaching rails - maybe an idea for a future video? I have also seen people mention adding a second screw to support the bottom edge of the rail on each stud - how do you feel about that approach?
    Lastly I might be interested in spacing the lower cabinet rail away from the wall 20-30mm as I want a 650mm deep countertop to align with something else in the room and reducing the countertop overhang might be nice. In that case would it be better to attach a small section of wood at each rail screw (like very thick washers) or to first attach a 2x4 to the wall and then the rails to that?
    Thanks for all of your videos - I'm learning a lot!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  9 місяців тому

      Thank you for your question. I'm happy to hear that you find the videos helpful.
      Metals studs, oh, don't like those.
      Depending on how far the project is, I would request to have some backing put into the wall. Plywood preferably. If you passed that out, I would do my best with screws into the studs (2 in each stud if possible as you mentione) and some anchors in between. I use the spiral-conical looking ones.
      However, since you want to push the lower cabinets out 20-30 mm, I wouldn't refrain from adding plywood on the outside of the drywall but only where the cabinets go. The 20 mm it brings out the uppers isn't a problem since the lowers are pushed out too.
      The plywood can be secured into the studs with a lot more screws than the rail alone.
      For the base cabinets, I would let a piece of wood run along where the rails go. Much much better than just doing it where the rail screws go.

    • @user-hy8uk3jy2i
      @user-hy8uk3jy2i 9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the tips Rannes. I'll try to ask someone local about the metal studs too.

  • @asafkhan2797
    @asafkhan2797 19 днів тому

    Hi Sir, I will in the near future embark on the journey to install my kitchen having watched most of your videos! A couple of questions if I may: the height of my kitchen is just over 2.47m. I have marked out the bottom of the suspension rails at 82cm and then 140cm up there for the wall and pantry cabinets. Along the main wall which is almost 7m long, there is slope of 15mm. So at one end the base unit suspension rail is 82cm and the other it is 83.5cm. Will the cabinet feet adjust within this range or will I need to lower the 82cm line and the upper line accordingly? Also, do I then need to custom cut the plinth/toe kick? Thank you

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  19 днів тому

      Since you're using metric I'm certain that the legs in your region are the 8.5 cm high ones. Or is it only 8?
      Here in Canada we have the 11 cm high legs and they can easily be adjusted within 15 mm. I'm certain it's possible for your cabinets legs too.
      If you measure the height for your lower rail at the highest point in your room, you don't have to trim the toekicks.
      Did you see this?
      kitchensbyrannes.com/ikea-kitchen-suspension-rails/

    • @asafkhan2797
      @asafkhan2797 18 днів тому

      Thank you. They are 8cm here in the UK. Thank you for the link, I have seen it and I will be going through again before I start. Your advice is and content amazing! 💪🏽👍

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  18 днів тому

      @asafkhan2797 Thanks. I'm glad you like it. Good luck with the installation. 💪💪

  • @sebastian.gallego
    @sebastian.gallego Рік тому +2

    very nice info !!! Thank you. Greetings from argentina !!

  • @nickjones9505
    @nickjones9505 Рік тому

    Hi Rannes. Thanks so much for all your great help videos, they are a service to all.
    I’m just about to install 2 high pantry cabinets with 400mm cabinets above them and then 2 cabinets between them, where a fridge will be housed under. I’m unsure if I should fit the top rail for the 400mm cabinets first or if I should first for the rail for the high pantry’s first and then the rail for the cupboards above ? Your advice would be appreciated.
    Thanks Nick

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Hi Nick, thank you for your feedback.
      I am happy that you find my videos helpful. I better make that video on stacked cabinets soon, as I get a lot of questions about "how to" with the rails for that specific setup.
      You want to start by holding your level onto the wall to check if the wall leans forward or backward (seen from the room). If it leans back, start with the lower rail; if it leans forward, start with the upper. Then, shim the next level of rails so the two rails are vertically in line with each other. If you fail to do so, the cabinets will not be flush on the front. And remember that the distance from bottom to bottom of rails (or top to top as that will be the same) must be equal to the height of the top cabinet.

    • @nickjones9505
      @nickjones9505 Рік тому +1

      @@kitchensbyrannes
      Many thanks Rannes. Makes sense, I’ll be sure to make certain the cabinets are level and you’ve answered my questions regards the rail spacing. Much appreciate you sharing your experience and saving everyone lots of headaches !!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      @@nickjones9505 you're very welcome 👍

  • @bobdavis874
    @bobdavis874 2 місяці тому

    How do you anchor the bottom of the upper cabinets to maintain plumb

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому

      I don't. When I've shimmed them to plumb, I rely on gravity to keep them hanging. Works fine unless someone decides to pull the cabinets away from the wall.

  • @awesomebase
    @awesomebase Рік тому

    Good information here, but just as an FYI... most installers will tell you that measurements from the ground up assume that you are taking that measurement from the highest point on the floor and using a "level", not a random fixed point from measuring. Your points are valid in terms of saying things will not be squared, but IKEA assumes that you have knowledge of using high-point leveling (they actually provide something like an inch of variance in the length of their legs to account for this. So, at whatever high point along the floor you find, you take the 32 and 3/16 inches and mark the wall there drawing a line across the wall using a long level (preferably at least a 4' level if not a 6' or 8'). If you have the equipment, you can use the laser level at that point as well. You do the same for the upper cabinets as well, but you have to account for the ceiling drop as you mentioned. But you still want to keep the measure according to the floor so the tops of your cabinets do not vary (and the distance between the upper and lower cabinets conforms with your local building codes). And you want to do that at the same point that you did with the lower cabinets. Then you check the distance between the two lines at various points to make sure they're consistent. Install the rails accordingly and check again to make sure the distance between them is consistent again. Do that and you'll have a good installation.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing, even though I'm not sure what your point is exactly though 🤔
      Been reading your comment a few times, and I disagree on a number of thing, but I'll let it be. All the best. 👍

  • @pb6839
    @pb6839 9 місяців тому +4

    just put together my kitchen. A laser level makes it 100x easier to install the rail.

  • @keska01
    @keska01 3 місяці тому

    how do. you close the gap to the ceiling between the cabinet and the ceiling to make it look flush when you're 3 inches instead of 2.5 inches?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 місяці тому

      I never close the gap from the upper cabinets to the ceiling no matter the size.....never :-)

  • @rusticrye5413
    @rusticrye5413 7 місяців тому

    This has been really, really helpful. Thank you so much!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  7 місяців тому

      You're very welcome. Good luck with your project.

  • @keska01
    @keska01 2 місяці тому

    So the 2.5 inches has to be at the lowest point but it’s ok if the other end of my bulkhead is less sacking and has almost 3.4 inch distance? Won’t it look crooked? :S

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  2 місяці тому

      It cannot be any other way if your ceiling isn't horizontal.

  • @keska01
    @keska01 3 місяці тому

    And do you have a video where you show what you're explaining in minute 3:30 about losening the bracket, hold up the cabinet and then securing it again ?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 місяці тому

      No, no such video, as you remove the two lowermost screws at each side, swivel the bracket up a bit and lift the cabinet up on the rail.

  • @ArinSins
    @ArinSins 6 місяців тому +1

    This guy is the contractor version of Alan Watts! Great Video aswell.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  6 місяців тому

      I had to look him up 😔
      "self-styled philosophical entertainer."
      I'll take it ❤️

  • @raedsabbah
    @raedsabbah Рік тому +1

    Du er bare fantastisk - tusind tak for dine råd og forklaringer 👍🏼

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Mange tak ☺️
      Det glæder mig at du kan lide mine videoer.

  • @IrysBravo
    @IrysBravo Рік тому

    Hi there. How much cm do you leave on a side? If there is 90 degrees corner and cabinet has door to open. Thank you

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      I am not sure I understand what you are asking, sorry. Please add a few clarifying words..

    • @IrysBravo
      @IrysBravo Рік тому +1

      @@kitchensbyrannes So sorry. Ok, the first cabinet is going to the corner. How much room do you usually leave to the next 90 degrees wall , between cabinet and wall? Thank you

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      @@IrysBravo Ah. I understand. It depends. If the cabinet next to the wall has a door, you don't need much, close to nothing, but if it is with drawers, you want to ensure they don't hit the wall. If it is a cabinet with inside drawers, you need as much distance to the wall as the handles protrude from the front, as a minimum, as the door must open a minimum of 90° to have sufficient clearance for the drawers inside to come out.

  • @denisemontgomery3591
    @denisemontgomery3591 4 місяці тому +1

    Thankyou. That was easy to understand.

  • @will201084
    @will201084 Рік тому +1

    Can I put the rail on top of a wooden ledger? I need to make space behind the cabinets for outlets.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      Sure, no problem.
      Base cabinets only or also wall cabinets?

    • @will201084
      @will201084 Рік тому

      @@kitchensbyrannes base cabinets under 3 windows and 2 tall pantries on the ends for a mud room.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Yeah, you can bump everything out. I often bump out the fridge cabinet and adjacent pantry cabinet to create a deeper space for the fridge.

    • @will201084
      @will201084 Рік тому +1

      @@kitchensbyrannes much appreciate 🙏

  • @duubee12
    @duubee12 4 місяці тому

    What kind / size of screw did you use ?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  3 місяці тому

      Check this out.
      www.amazon.com/shop/kitchensbyrannes/list/119XDTN2TNAPN?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfkitchensbyrannes
      Here you'll see the screws I use, depending on the wall.
      More information here:
      kitchensbyrannes.com/screws-for-ikea-suspension-rails/

  • @TheRidewithBenDelaney
    @TheRidewithBenDelaney Рік тому +1

    Very helpful. Thank you!

  • @cpm5303
    @cpm5303 Рік тому +1

    Hi and thanks for your sharing useful tips on installing Ikea kitchen cabinets using Sektion frame system.
    I have the following issue as I don't know best height to set the top rail.
    I have 40 inch top cabinets so if I use the recommended 92 3/16, I have correct 18 inch from countertop. But I have an another top 20 inch cabinet which will hold a range hood under it, if it is aligned with the other 40 inch cabinet, I have 31 inches from under cabinet range hood to countertop.
    I may have to live with that extra 1 inch which goes above the recommended max distance which is 30 inches.
    Or should I lower all 40 inches cabinet but I will not have the standard 17 inches from top counter to top cabinet?
    What is your advice ?

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому

      You're very welcome.
      I would, in your situation, use a 30" high cabin over the vent hood, but I'll cut it to 25" in height and use a 10"x30" drawer front and a 15"x30" as horizontal doors.

    • @cpm5303
      @cpm5303 Рік тому +1

      Hi Rannes,
      I have the following issue. I double checked my top rail is leveled but when I am in the process of pulling the two top cabinets together, one of the tops is off 1/8 of an inch.
      What can cause that? Is it due to the attach metal inside to hang the cabinet?
      The screws seem to be at right place.
      I was thinking taking down the cabinet and lower the rail which I should not do that since it's the full 8 feet rail.
      Any input is greatly appreciated!

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Sometimes it happens and more often lately than normal.
      It can be play in the holes in the brackets that holds/hangs the cabinet onto the rail.
      I normally loosen the three screws for the bracket, in the cabinet which sits the highest, so the cabinet can sink down a bit within the available movement between bracket and cabinet.

    • @cpm5303
      @cpm5303 Рік тому

      Thanks for quick reply.
      I think I know why now but I am not sure how to fix this.
      The other cabinet which is lower has a hood attached, as it's very heavy, it has 4 screws attached thus it pulls the cabinet downward and inwards making it not level on both directions: horizontally and vertically.
      I checked the level from wall on both cabinets they are not the same.
      I probably need to loosen all screws, so I can attach to the cabinet leveled first then put the hood screws back after that.

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Рік тому +1

      Be careful not to loosen all brackets at once. Do one at a time but where two cabinets are joined, you'll need to loosen both brackets, which are sitting back to back simultaneously.

  • @brionesp1
    @brionesp1 10 місяців тому +1

    Great video! Well done!

  • @SaunieGartner
    @SaunieGartner 9 місяців тому

    Thank you. BEST VIDEOS OUT THERE

  • @tariqaziz5382
    @tariqaziz5382 Місяць тому

    Hi I have kitchen cabinet work I want to learn something from your experience can you tell me something please

    • @kitchensbyrannes
      @kitchensbyrannes  Місяць тому

      Thanks. This video is a good place to start ☺️👌

  • @paulbcote
    @paulbcote 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you. Very helpful!