How to install IKEA kitchen / AXSTAD white kitchen

[@ginnyamick8242]

This is the first video I’ve seen where someone mounted the sink cabinet in the corner. Thank you, seeing how you framed the corner to mount that cabinet is extremely helpful!

[@maxplus2849]

You are welcome!

[@pattin7116]

Great video! No upfront explanations and time wasted- jump right into the meat of it. Loved the clip corner of the side panel tip to alleviate difficulty of installing it.

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@coreychristenson6500]

Clapping your speed square at the end of your cut at 5:30 fantastic. Never seen that before. Thank you for the tip!

[@maxplus2849]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SDseva]

Just started demo in our kitchen.. watching videos to help prepare as this will be my first Ikea install. Out of the MANY I have watched, yours are by far the most informative... which is really saying something considering you don't say a word. Truly great work. 👍

[@maxplus2849]

Glad it was helpful! You can do it! :)

[@jeburkhardt]

Wow, amazing work! And more than that, heartening! We're in the planning part of remodeling a small galley kitchen with IKEA cabinetry and your video really helps sort out some of the problems we'll be solving. Thank you!

[@maxplus2849]

You're welcome! Hope it all goes smooth! :)

[@zombiekiller3249]

One of the best videos I’ve ever watched so peaceful, liked and subscribed 😊

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you!!!

[@theafrodzac]

Ok I'm convinced the only way I'm getting an ikea kitchen is if you're installing it. Beautiful work you make it look so easy. It would've been 3 months if I had to do this on my own🤣 not 3 days like you.

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you! 😊 I would love to help you out if you're somewhere in California.

[@theafrodzac]

@@maxplus2849 Thank you kindly. I figured it was too good to be true. 😩I'm in the Sunshine State.

[@maxplus2849]

Hope you find a great installer to do your kitchen!

[@kvEik]

prepping for kitchen install, doing some paperwork on the side while youtube was running, man these tunes are actual fire.

[@maxplus2849]

Good luck with your installation!

[@nikbre8018]

Really professional, They know their work very well 👍

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you!

[@brianyankee056]

Really excellent video! I'm about to install Ikea cabinets in my renovated kitchen and this video will be VERY helpful. One question: With the sink cabinet in the corner, how do you access the shut off valves for the faucet? I see the cutout for the drain pipe, but can't figure out how you get to the shut offs.

[@maxplus2849]

When I installed the kitchen I cut out only the sewer pipe, but the plumber ran the rest of the pipes, before installing the granite

[@melissacagle3707]

great video, I can stop looking at ikea kitchens as I now know I won't be able to accomplish this

[@maxplus2849]

Have to find a kitchen installer...

[@SugarSprinkles81]

Wow!!! Amazing work, you did a wonderful job. Seriously so amazed 👏👏👏👏👏

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you!

[@tommaxwell429]

Nice work! Looks so easy but half the work was done putting the cabinets together before the video started. I'm nervous about the microwave above the range. It looks like there is a small exhaust fan in the bottom of the microwave. Does is just blow everything into the cabinet above it? I can't imagine that would be within code. All of that greasy steam coming off the range and into the cabinet would make a heck of a mess, not to mention create a fire hazard. Still very nice work. I really appreciate the way you made that corner sink cabinet work.

[@nikbre8018]

Hey @MaxPlus, What cutting saw do you recommend for DIY projects. A handheld circular saw or a table saw? and what blade will be ideal for super fine cuts.

[@maxplus2849]

Wouldn't I have been doing it for living, I would get a handheld circular saw if I needed to do a kitchen for myself. But you have to know what you're doing to make it work. I use a table saw and diablo blades for it.

[@miket.1933]

Great video. It was super interesting to see the individual wood pieces needed to cover the spaces. But why did you add the wooden feet to the small cabinet right on the right of the sink? What does it do that the feet could not? Just holding it in place at the bottom?

[@maxplus2849]

Yes, the wood block to hold.

[@elizabreu23]

@@maxplus2849 could you have used regular legs? I just changed my floors and would prefer not to make any holes on it.

[@maxplus2849]

@@elizabreu23 Hello, if you have it fixed with a bracket to the wall, then use your legs, and there are no problems.

[@1975bloom]

Great install, i would like my cupboard to fit close to the ceiling too. How far from the ceiling do I draw the rail line? Thanks

[@maxplus2849]

For 3/4in molding you need a 1in drop down rail line.

[@RachelHolthaus-z9f]

First, love your vidoes. I've watched this one at least three times. Thanks for taking the time, I know it slows your work down. Question, I have a run of cabinets similar to this video where one cabinet is on a 45 connecting an L shape. For the fillers on each side of the 45, you decided to go flush with the cabinets instead of with the doors/drawers. It looks good but I want to try to get the fillers flush with the doors/drawers in my kitchen. The obvious problem is the exposed cut finish on the angled edges of the fillers. I am thinking about covering the exposed edge with white melamine edge banding. Do you think that would work or do you have any other ideas? Thanks!!

[@maxplus2849]

Both of your panels in that case have to meet with the exposed edges, and then it will not be seen. Ikeas door fronts are made out of pressed paper, banding edge are put on wood cabinets, so I don't think it will work.

[@intentionallife]

Thanks! I'll just work on the panels when the time comes

[@DeanneMariaCreates]

Hello Max, I am super impressed with your kitchen fitting.. amazing! No messing and I think that your video shows how-to-do it well. I am doing the same now. Did you fit all of the feet to the base corner unit? I have found this the most awkward to fit. My walls are out 10mm and my floor is out too. I did take my measurements from the lowest point on my kitchen floor. Also, Ikea recommend using washer head bolt type screws for their rail system, so that they are screwed flush. I noticed that you used counter sink type screws; any reason for that?

[@maxplus2849]

For corner cabinet I put 8 feet to the base cabinet. You can do whatever Ikea recommends, I use the screws that I like. I don't think it makes much of a difference.

[@slywagonlessons7935]

Great job! About to try one myself so this most helpful! I have a question about why you trim the high fridge panel with a circular saw rather than your table saw? Was the wall not plumb?

[@maxplus2849]

Because I did it myself. It's hard to cut the big panel by yourself on the table saw. Whenever I work with a partner, I use a table saw to cut the panel. The wall was somewhat plum.

[@slywagonlessons7935]

@@maxplus2849 Good to know - thank you!

[@emeraldthecreativegem]

Great job! You make it look so easy!

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you! 😊

[@vistaglass910]

Bro you are the Man! If you don't mind sharing, how much did you charge for that install? Couple more questions.... 1. Do you design the layout or do you just show up and install it? 2. Would you install Ikea cabinets in your kitchen? Really nice job and work ethics.

[@maxplus2849]

Hello! - installed this kitchen more than a year ago for about $2000, - I don't design, I just install. - I would take an ikea box frame and order a custom face and make a kitchen for myself. "I installed a kitchen for one client, it burned down, and it was an ikea kitchen that was installed in 2012, and after 9 years he also wanted a new ikea kitchen according to the old plans."

[@AZOverland2017]

Very nice job. I'm actually in the middle of an IKEA install as well. Subscribed

[@maxplus2849]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Utopia915]

Great job! What nail gun were you using?

[@maxplus2849]

18ga nail gun

[@jenkityjenks]

Hey Max, I have a question about the rail system. I’m installing my cabinets now and I’m a bit confused. For an uneven wall do I want to screw the rail flush into the part of the wall that sticks out the most and then shim the rest of the rail to match that part or is that overthinking it?

[@maxplus2849]

Nope you're not overthinking it, I am doing exactly that!

[@thao-nhidang9818]

Hi! Thank you so much for posting these installations videos! They are so helpful. Would you be able to post a video on how to install the thin trim pieces above the wall cabinets. In this video, the wall cabinets on the left side of the room have the thin trim. Thank you again!

[@maxplus2849]

I am planning to make a video on how I am installing the deco trim (the trim pieces on top), but I am not sure when I will have it ready....

[@wilhelminairis6675]

very good job

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you!

[@athorias3944]

hello, a question im really interested in: why do people (and you in this case) use the ikea legs under some 'bottom closets' why not just use a piece of wood? kind regards!

[@maxplus2849]

It is easier to adjust the cabinets when you're putting them on the legs, and Ikea gives a 25 year warranty for their performance.

[@elizabethmckinnon1336]

Where in CA are you located? I’m in Rancho Cucamonga and could use help!

[@maxplus2849]

I live in Sacramento, it's far from you...

[@erikolsson9780]

Great video! Whats the model number of the stabila level?

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you! Not sure of the model Mine Stabila 78in long

[@thornboroughhomes7953]

Did homeowners end up changing flooring? Also, amazing job. Serious attention to detail! Definitely not your first rodeo and it shows. Keep up the good work!

[@maxplus2849]

Thank you! The floor was changed by the owner or not, I don't know

[@vanessabriceno5682]

We’re having problems with the door for the carousel, how did you do it? We would really appreciate it.

[@maxplus2849]

Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rprEe5mvg6l3jKs at 5:50... see if that helps you

[@deborajesus]

what distance did you leave between the rail and the wall for the cabinets that are closer to the ceiling?

[@maxplus2849]

I left 1" between the ceiling and the rails, you ask about it

[@susanseverson3965]

Beautiful Kitchen! Can you tell me about the durability of the White Ikea Axstad Cabinets? Are they easy to clean? I am thinking about getting these cabinets, but I am worried about the matte finish showing fingerprints and the maintenance of keeping them looking clean. Thank you for sharing!

[@maxplus2849]

I installed this for a customer, so not sure what to tell you. Try reading reviews on the Ikea website maybe?

[@ObiBassoholic]

Awesome work as always. What brand of caulking do you use for seems? Is it painted afterwards? If not do you ever hear of problems with dust or yellowing?

[@maxplus2849]

This is the brand I use: www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Dynaflex-230-10-1-oz-Clear-Premium-Elastomeric-Exterior-Interior-Window-Door-and-Trim-Sealant-18304/100205533 Yes people paint it afterwards whatever color are their walls, ceiling is. Nope, haven't had anybody complain yet.

[@ObiBassoholic]

@@maxplus2849 thanks for the reply

[@courtneybartusiak2260]

What is the part that you used behind the microwave? Is that a bump out piece? Do you have the part number?

[@maxplus2849]

We used: NYTTIG Part#: 80490472 (this is old one) and now Ikea made a new one: www.ikea.com/us/en/p/nyttig-filler-piece-f-over-the-range-micro-00531235/ The old one is better because it is made for all microwaves, but the new one works best only for Ikea microwaves. If you will be installing non Ikea microwave you will need two of these(and stick them together) to make it work for you.

[@courtneybartusiak2260]

@@maxplus2849 Thank you! You only need it for the bottom correct?

[@maxplus2849]

Yes :)

[@Чяиханаплов]

Hi Max, where did you learned all that ikea stuff, let me know I would like to go there ???

[@maxplus2849]

I've had some basic skills when I started installing kitchens back in 2015, and the rest I learned from experience. Over the years, I've installed a lot of kitchens and that pushed me to think on my feet and sometimes make the impossible :)

[@Ol13895]

Wanting to fit an ikea kitchen, only problem is the radiator pipe work runs across the bottom of the wall , so would have to cut each cabinet 3cm in each side , but would mean pipes would be visible inside the bottom of the cupboards. Can you suggest another solution plz

[@maxplus2849]

In that case we would cut the cabinet, and cover the pipe with white panel.

[@susanseverson3965]

What is the name of your countertop and door handles? Are they from Ikea?

[@maxplus2849]

Handles are from Ikea Bagganas Series www.ikea.com/us/en/p/bagganaes-handle-stainless-steel-70338418/ Not sure about the countertop, it was installed by another contractor.

[@khiemdee4573]

Hello, what gauge nail gun are you using?

[@maxplus2849]

18ga

[@kasualkylie3039]

Do all ikea kitchens come with the wall brackets?

[@maxplus2849]

Yes, all cabinets are hung on rails

[@luigiquint]

No. Sektion kitchen comes with rail, Knoxhult and Enhet kitchens have no rails.

[@faysalkus1083]

I wished you lived in my city. I am having a heck of a time finding a contractor to install an ikea kitchen and Ikea is having a heck of a time getting cabinets.

[@maxplus2849]

You can do it! Hope you find some great professional!

[@tyyg9469]

great video. How do you cut the metal wall brackets? didnt see it in the video

[@maxplus2849]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKrEcoxjd9B2fNU you can watch me do it in this video starting at 0:30

[@thejurgster3935]

Im in California, do u give lessons?

[@maxplus2849]

No I dont :)

[@silwan6784]

Curious, how much is cost of cabinets

[@maxplus2849]

It was two years ago, and I don’t remember the price, and the prices are different now..

[@lw8493]

Thank you for sharing. But I still not confident to install a kitchen by myself 😫😫😢

[@maxplus2849]

Think about it some more and try it! :)

[@ireneluciano9463]

can i just hire u?

[@maxplus2849]

Depends where you live, I do installs in the Northern California :)

[@masonstarship56]

Awful video no talking boring slow music