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IKEA ENHET User Manual

IKEA ENHET
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A guide to installing
a new ENHET kitchen
ENHET kitchen
installation guide
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IKEA ENHET Specifications

General IconGeneral
Assembly RequiredYes
CustomizableYes
CategoryIndoor Furnishing
BrandIKEA
Product LineENHET
WeightVaries by model
Product TypeCabinet
MaterialParticleboard
Color OptionsWhite, Anthracite, Oak Effect
ColorVaries
WidthVaries by model
DepthVaries by model
HeightVaries by model

Summary

Tools and materials

Preparing your room

Assess your walls

Evaluate wall quality and construction to ensure they can support cabinets.

Marking cabinet positions

Draw kitchen layout on wall, check measurements, and verify utility connections.

Check wall support and alignment

Ensure walls are reinforced and cabinets are level, using studs and spirit levels.

Prepare workspace and check corners

Ensure corners are even and walls/floors are straight for proper cabinet alignment.

Assembling the cabinets and frames

Installing the wall cabinets

Secure wall cabinets using appropriate fixings

Use correct screws and plugs suitable for wall material to secure cabinets safely.

Align and level wall cabinets

Ensure cabinets are level and aligned with marks, using shims if necessary.

Mounting the suspension rail for wall & base open frames

Install suspension rail for frames

Mount suspension rail using top line of wall units as a guide for frame alignment.

Installing the base cabinets/frames

Position and align base cabinets

Place and align base cabinets, ensuring correct spacing from walls for door/drawer clearance.

Secure base cabinets to wall

Ensure cabinets are level and securely attached to the wall after final alignment.

Installing the countertop

Prepare and cut countertop for sink

Trace and cut sink/faucet openings, sealing edges to prevent moisture damage.

Secure countertop to cabinets

Level and align countertop pieces, then secure them to the base cabinets.

Installing the sink and faucet

Install faucet on countertop

Drill hole for faucet, seal it, and check for clearance with the cabinet.

Mount sink and seal

Attach clamps to sink, position it, and seal edges with silicone for a watertight fit.

Installing the appliances

Install extractor hood

Mount hood according to minimum distance requirements and safety regulations.

Install dishwasher

Prepare floor protection, attach diffusion barrier, and secure dishwasher level with cabinets.

Installing the plinth

Prepare and attach plinth sections

Cut, sand, and attach plinth pieces to cabinet legs, ensuring proper fit.

Installing lighting, drawers, doors, shelves, knobs and handles

Install cabinet interiors and hardware

Fit shelves, doors, drawers, knobs, and handles, adjusting for alignment.

Electrical connections for lighting

Ensure all lighting electrical connections are made by a qualified electrician.

You're done! Congratulations on your new kitchen!

Caring for your kitchen cabinets

Clean cabinets with a soft cloth and appropriate cleaning products, avoiding abrasives.

Maintaining your kitchen sink

Wipe sink after use with mild detergent, rinse, and dry to prevent discoloration.

Countertop care and maintenance

Clean spills quickly, keep dry, and use wood treatment oil for wooden surfaces.

Notes

Services

Measuring services

Professional measurement of the room for accurate kitchen planning.

Kitchen planning assistance

Help with planning functional kitchen solutions, from cabinets to lighting.

ENHET kitchen configurator

Online tool to design and customize kitchen solutions based on pre-set designs.

Delivery and click/collect options

Services for product delivery and in-store pickup for convenience.

Professional installation services

Expert installation by independent providers for cabinets and fittings.

Warranty information

Details on the warranty provided for installation and specific kitchen products.

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