How to extend cabinets to the ceiling method 1 of 3.
Extending upper cabinets to ceiling.
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Basic steps i took to extend cabinets to ceiling.
Add on to existing upper cabinets if ceilings are eight feet high we can extend the structure of your existing cabinets rather than building them completely new.
Glue and nail to the side walls for upper support making sure they would be level to keep the extension face plate level with existing cabinets.
Once the structure is extended we reface the cabinets in order to hide any seams and structural changes so they are essentially brand new taller cabinets with new doors.
Cut several cleats out of scrap wood.
Adding cubbies above the cabinets.
The cleats will be what will support the extension faceplate.
Cut as many of these as you want we did 4.
Ours was 12 inches.
Glue and nail them in place behind the existing panel of the cabinet.
Place the boards vertically as you want them to go over your cabinets.
Use a nail gun to nail through the boards into the cabinets and.
Instructions measure from the top of your cabinet to the ceiling.
Covering the space with plywood.
Cut your board to that length.
Install wood cleats into ceiling.
Remove any molding or trim along the top of the cabinets.