4 steps to your new kitchen Planning Guide

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1 4 steps to your new kitchen Planning Guide

2 4 steps to your new kitchen This brochure is your guide to measuring, planning, ordering and installing your IKEA kitchen. Inside you ll find out what you need and the direction to follow. 1Measure it 2Plan it 3Order it 4Install it

3 Year GUARANTEE Read more in the guarantee brochure. Our range of durable benchtops and sinks is built to withstand everyday kitchen activities for many years. We subject the benchtop surfaces to stringent testing. They have to withstand cold liquids water for 24 hours, and oil, alcohol and coffee spills for 1 hour. We put them in a special climate chamber, impacttest the top and edges, and test the edges with steam. And we also test the laminate s resistance to abrasion and cracking. All benchtops and sinks except LAGAN and FYNDIG are included in our 25 year guarantee. All our kitchen taps meet Australian standards and are tested to AS/NZS 3718:2005 and WELS scheme AZ/NZS 6400:2005 All taps are included in our 10 year guarantee, except for LAGAN taps. All the products shown here may not be available at your local IKEA store. Please contact the staff or see IKEA.com.au for more information. For more detailed product information, see the pricetag and our website. All units require assembly. Here s what you need. Ready for you at your local IKEA store or online at IKEA.com.au/kitchens Appliances guide 2013 BUYING GUIDE BENCHTOPS, SINKS AND TAPS 25 QUALITY The benchtop, sink and taps are what complete your kitchen and make it both functional and personal. They re important for the overall look of your kitchen, as well as how well it works. You will use them for many years so take some time and choose them with care. Our pre-cut benchtops are available in laminate with different colours, patterns and finishes, and in solid wood beech, birch or oak. And they re ready for you to take home today. If you re looking for a benchtop that can be perfectly adapted to your kitchen layout, our PERSONLIG series of custom-made benchtops in laminate and stone is what you need. You can even order a PERSONLIG stone benchtop with your choice of undermount sinks. Sinks and taps not only contribute to the look and style of your kitchen, they also make your work in the kitchen easier. With us, you never have to choose between form and function we have many different designs, finishes and combination possibilities. All benchtops, sinks and taps are tested to ensure they will withstand many years of hard work in your kitchen. Our kitchen brochure is one of your best sources for ideas and information. Plus it gives you an overview of our whole kitchen range. Our three buying guides. Inside you ll find detailed information about our kitchen range, easy comparisons between products and help to choose exactly what you need. IKEA online is one of your biggest resources. Here you ll find our Home Planner and information on our complete range of kitchen products and services. Our Kitchen Installation Guide gives you tips and comprehensive information about installing your kitchen right.

4 1Measure it Measuring your kitchen isn t hard to do, but it s important you get it right because your measurements will be the basis for all your planning. Give yourself plenty of time to measure precisely (we ve included grid paper to record your dimensions). Here s how you do it. Measuring service Precise measurements are crucial, especially when planning a new kitchen. If you need help, we can arrange for an experienced professional to measure your space to ensure your planned purchases fit your home and lifestyle. $ 99 For more information about our services, visit IKEA.com.au/services Start by measuring from the floor to the ceiling, then the distance between walls, and from the corners to the doors. Measure each window and their distance from the floor, the ceiling and the corners of your room. Do the same for the door(s). Mark down anything that sticks out into the room such as radiators, ventilation shafts and pipes. Note the position of your drains and water supply. If you are planning to relocate these, mark their new positions. Measure and note the position of existing power outlets and light switches. Mark where you would like new ones to be. Watch me at IKEA.com.au/kitchens There are handy videos online which explain the measurement process and considerations.

5 My Kitchen Measurements Be sure to make your measurements in millimetres. So your new kitchen fits your space right.

6 2Plan it Planning your kitchen is when your dreams and ideas take shape. There are lots of things to think about, like where to put the fridge or how many drawers you need. That s why we have tools that ll help you decide. And, if you want some specialist advice we have Kitchen specialists ready in the store to assist you. Think about how you use your kitchen and what feels comfortable for you. Consider what you like about your existing kitchen and what you would change. It can be helpful to make a list of the things you d like to keep and what you d like to replace. Most kitchens work best divided into work zones. These are split into storage (fridge/freezer/pantry), washing (sink/dishwasher) and cooking (oven/cooktop). Work zones give your kitchen a practical structure. How you position your work zones and the distance between them is often called a working triangle. A good working triangle helps you move quickly and easily from task to task in your kitchen. Workzones = storage = washing = cooking Straight-line kitchens are perfect when space is limited. They re simple, streamlined and look great. Adding an island to your kitchen gives you extra storage, lots of work space plus it s a great social point. Give yourself 120 cm between your island and other cabinets. Galley kitchens are great if you have many people cooking at the same time. There is lots of room for food preparation and storage too. L - shaped kitchens make the most out of a corner. They re ideal if you want to add a small dining table or kitchen island too. If you have a large room the U-shaped layout is ideal. It gives you maximum space and plenty of storage options. Watch me at IKEA.com.au/kitchens There are handy videos online which explain the measurement process and considerations.

7 Important measurements and things to think about while you re planning. 80 cm 51 cm 50 cm 120 cm The best place for preparing food is the work surface between the cooktop and the sink. Make sure that the distance between opposite rows of cabinets is wide enough so your doors on both sides can be opened at the same time. Plan the height of the wall cabinets so that they don't block the view over the benchtop. Make space so you can take hot pans off the cooktop and put them on a pot stand. 65 cm (electric) 75 cm (gas) For safety and functionality, mount the rangehood at the recommended height above the cooktop. Ask at the store if you have questions. Keep your utensils and pots and pans near the oven/ cooktop and everything will be at your fingertips. Place your cooktop and oven in separate locations to make cooking more efficient. Especially if more than one person is cooking at the same time. An elevated oven reduces bending down to take pans in and out. Place the dishwasher close to the sink and dish drainer to make loading and unloading easier and to avoid spills on the floor. Finding things in your kitchen is easy when your groceries and utensils are in smooth-running, fully-extendable drawers and pull-out pantry. They give an overview of what s inside and you can reach right in and take things out. Place a 5 cm filler piece between the cabinet and the wall to ensure there is enough room to open drawers and doors fully. This is especially important if you have pull-out wire baskets and if the wall is not perfectly straight. Secure the kitchen island by building a plinth frame and fasten it into both the floor and the cabinets. Don t place drawers in a corner. When you open a drawer it may hit the door on the adjoining cabinet or block access to it. Avoid placing a drawer unit in a corner with an adjoining corner cabinet. If you must, place a filler piece between them. Sinks by windows are nice when washing up. If your windows open inwards however, they can be blocked by the tap. Placing a sink by a wall or at the end of a row of cabinets disrupts work flow by limiting available workspace. Placing an oven by the wall disrupts work flow by limiting available workspace, puts your walls at risk from heat and cooking stains. Positioning appliances like ovens, dishwashers and rangehood in corners often blocks cabinets and drawers from opening fully.

8 Design your new kitchen with The IKEA Home Planner is easy to use. Just follow these simple steps: You can record here your username and password for accessing the Kitchen Planner. You ll need them to access your saved My Username My Password Before you start take five minutes to watch the quick start film and read through the user guide found to the top right of the IKEA Home Planner screen. You can start planning by choosing either a pre-designed IKEA kitchen, or from scratch with an empty room. Be precise when you measure and place fixed objects like doors, windows and plumbing. It is easiest to do this in the two dimensional view.

9 2/10/2013 2/10/2013 the IKEA Home Planner Find your product here. You can also enter the product name in the search field. To save, open, print or your drawing go to File. By saving early and often you can ensure that your drawing is safe. IKEA Home Planner Printout - Plan View IKEA Home Planner Printout - East Wall Page 7 of 18 Page 5 of 18 Make changes to your room here. Click on a product to add it to the room. Choose doors and drawer fronts, bench-top, handles and other product options here. All measurement in cm All measurement in cm Printing your drawing with all design views will provide a good installation plan. We recommend that you do a final check of the measurements.

10 3Order it When you re satisfied with your planning, drop by your local store to visit our kitchen specialists. They will go over your kitchen plan with you, and assist you with anything you re not sure about. When you re ready you can order, arrange for delivery and other services too. Checklist You ll need to bring Your kitchen measurements Your IKEA Home Planner log in details It s good if you ve considered Cabinets, drawers and fronts Doors and handles Benchtops Sinks Taps Oven Microwave oven Cooktop Rangehood Refrigerator Dishwasher Think about services too Installation Delivery Finance Home delivery service Most of our products are designed and packaged so that you can take them home yourself on the same day. But if you prefer, you can have your purchases delivered directly to your home or business. Book a van Our products are designed to take home yourself. Now you can book a van for as little as an hour, or as long as you need to drive your shopping home. You get access to a range of vehicles, including vans, located at selected IKEA stores. Interest free finance To realise your dream today we offer 24 months* interest free to approved customers. You can apply online, over the phone or in-store at our planning desks. *See back page for full Terms and Conditions Ask us anything. Anytime. IKEA.com.au/contactus We understand you might have questions. And we re happy to help answer them. No matter if it s regarding a store location or a specific product. You ll find several ways to reach us. So please do!

11 Important work before you begin installing the size of the gap. Begin installing the wall cabinets 4. The right height for the wall strip 5. Screw the wall strip to the wall This wall strip is for non-tiled walls. It provides temporary support and is supplied in the same package as the plinth. You can use it as permanent support at the back of the base and high cabinets instead of a pair of legs. Mark the position of the wall strip by drawing a line on the wall 141 cm above the highest point of the floor. This marks the bottom edge of the wall cabinets and the correct position for the wall strip. 9. Hang the next wall cabinet Mark, drill, screw in screws, align the cabinet and tighten screws just like you installed the corner cabinet. the wall. The upper edge of the wall strip should be level with the line on the wall. Use a spirit level to ensure that the strip is level when you fasten it to the wall. Lift the cabinets and rest them on the top edge of the wall strip. NOTE: Before installing a cabinet for a built-in rangehood, saw a hole for the fan and fan duct. Instructions are enclosed with the rangehood. In Australia, rangehoods must be installed 65cm above electric cooktops, or 75 cm above gas cooktops. NOTE: If you are going to install a high cabinet, don t make final adjustments or fully tighten the screws until you have are parallel. 6. Start with a corner cabinet Lift the corner cabinet onto the wall strip and mark where to drill through the hole for the wall fittings in the cabinet. Lift the cabinet down again. and tighten halfway. 15. Sawing filler pieces 10. Hang the remaining cabinets Hang the rest of the cabinets in the same way, aligning each with the previous one. Use your G clamps to temporarily fasten the new cabinet to the previous one. To avoid marring the surface of your cabinets, put a small scrap of wood between the clamp and the cabinet. 7. Use the right screws and fittings Make sure that you use the right type of Drill the holes, insert plugs if necessary, and screw one of the screws half way in. 11. Drill through the cabinet wall You ll find predrilled holes on the inside of each cabinet. Using a 5 mm drill bit, drill through the fourth holes from both the top and bottom edges. The first and second holes are for door hinges. from various directions. 8. Install the corner cabinet Hang the adjusting bracket on the screw, align the cabinet using a spirit level and screw in both screws but don t tighten them completely. Place the connection screws enclosed with the cabinet frames into the predrilled holes and tighten them. Remove the G clamps. Continue fastening the remaining cabinets together in the same way. If you need a filler piece between the last cabinet and the wall, see the Step 2 Poster, point Secure the wall strip the cabinet. Good to know: Good to know: Design and Quality IKEA of Sweden 4Install it IKEA kitchens are designed to be installed by you, but you can get help as much as you d like along the way. You can start by picking up the Kitchen Installation Guide, which shows you how to do it yourself, step by step. Or if you prefer, you can be matched with the best tradespeople through hipages.com.au. Hang the wall cabinets In most kitchens, it s best to install the wall cabinets first. This means that there won t be any base cabinets in the way and you will have more floor space to work. If you don t have wall cabinets to install, go straight to the Step 2 Poster. If you haven t already done so, measure and draw the position of the cabinets on the wall to be sure 1 Install base and high cabinets that everything will fit. It s also important to mark any uneven spots on the wall and smooth them out with filler or shims. Now it s time to install the base and high cabinets. Before you begin, locate all plumbing, power sources 1. Fill in irregularities Use a spirit level to check the walls. Mark any uneven spots. If major problems need to be fixed, it s best to hire a professional. It may also be necessary to use shims when mounting wall cabinets. Shims are often used to fill in gaps and correct the angle: use a piece of wood, fibreboard or plywood depending on 2. Check the floor for uneven spots 3. Right-angled corners Find out if the floor is uneven. This is Use a square to check that corners are at important to ensure that there will be room right angles. If the gap between the for legs or plinths under all cabinets. Use tool and the wall is more than 6 mm, get a spirit level to check the areas where a professional to help. In a U shaped you ll be installing base or high cabinets. kitchen, measure between opposite walls Find the floor s highest and lowest points at a number of spots to see if they and use a pen to mark them on the wall. and other utilities. Mark where these will be and use a keyhole saw to saw the appropriate openings in the cabinets before you install them. The following points show you how to attach the legs at the front of the cabinets and secure a cabinet wall strip 1. Mark the level lines to the wall. The wall strip is made of particleboard and is supplied with the plinths. Instead of using the wall strip for support, you can choose to attach legs at the back of the cabinets. All the following points also apply if you 2 have opted for decorative cabinet legs instead of legs and plinths. Take care. When handling the cabinets with legs on, never slide or put side pressure on them. Using the highest point of the floor that you marked earlier, measure 16 cm up the wall. Use a spirit level to draw a straight line on the wall at this height. 2. Cut base cabinet wall strips Measure the widths of the base and high cabinets for installation. Do not include the wall space behind appliances. Cut the wall strips into corresponding lengths. Cut the strips 3.5 cm shorter where you plan to fit side plinths. Align the top edge of the wall strip with the level line you marked at 16 cm in point 1. Secure the strip to the wall studs. If the end of the wall strip is between studs, Legs can be shared by two cabinets (not recommended when using stone 5. Use the right screws and fittings Drill holes at the spots you ve marked. Be sure to use drill bits, screws and secure it to the wall with a mooring screw or expansion bolt. 4. Start with the corner cabinet benchtops). See the assemebly instructions. Place the corner cabinet Attach legs to the front cabinets according to the assembly instructions. If you are not against the wall so that its back edge is resting on the wall strip. Through the fittings that are appropriate for your type of wall. If you have a plaster wall and using the wall strip as support, attach the back legs as well. Always use a back leg holes at the top rear corners of the cabinet, mark where to drill a hole in the there s no wall stud where you ve drilled, insert a mooring screw before the screw 6. Install the corner cabinet screws and fittings for your type of wall. at the end of the run it makes attaching the side plinth easier. wall for the fixing screw. Set the cabinet aside. Lift the corner cabinet back into place and adjust the height of the legs so that it stands level. Use a spirit level to make If your plan doesn t include a corner cabinet, start with the cabinet at the sure. Screw in both screws, but don t tighten them completely. beginning of the run. Make sure that there s enough room between the cabinet 7. Secure the cabinet to the wall and the side wall for the filler piece. Tighten the screws, but not completely. Ensure that the cabinet is level, front-toback and side-to-side. Hint: if you plan to install a corner carousel, do it now. It s much easier than after the benchtops are in place. 8. Install the next base cabinet 10. Fasten cabinets together Mark, drill, and insert the screws for the next cabinet. Lift the cabinet into place, Place the connection screws enclosed with the cabinet frames into the pre-drilled carefully aligning it with the previous cabinet. Use a G clamp to fasten the holes and tighten them. Remove the G clamp. Fit the remaining cabinets in the same way. cabinets together temporarily. 9. Drill through the cabinet walls Using a 5 mm drill bit, drill through the third holes from the top and bottom edges. 11. Sawing holes for the plumbing Before fitting the sink unit, saw holes for the water pipes and waste water pipes When installing a drawer cabinet, drill through the fourth hole from the top. either in the back panel of the cabinet (as shown here) or through the base of the cabinet. This picture shows an example of a solution. Plan the sawing stage with a 12. Install the high cabinet 12. Fasten cabinets together professional, because plumbing may come The high cabinet should be installed in the same way as you installed the base cabinets. If you re using cover panels on the sides, follow the assembly instructions enclosed to attach them before installing 13. Tighten all the screws When all base and high cabinets are in place and aligned, make any final When using a handsaw: draw a line to connect the top and bottom marks on the adjustments and then tighten all screws into the wall. front surface of the filler piece, and saw it with this surface face up. 14. Measure filler pieces The Kitchen Installation Guide gives you tips and information about installing your kitchen correctly, including handy step-by-step posters Inter IKEA Systems B.V. 2005/ Tighten all the screws When all wall cabinets have been fitted and aligned, tighten all screws into Inter IKEA Systems B.V. 2005/2011 installed all the other cabinets as well. It s easier to see if everything is level and fits correctly when all the cabinets are in place. When using a keyhole saw: mark both sides of the filler piece. Put masking tape over the line on the front surface to ensure an even edge without chipping. Saw it with the reverse side facing upwards. pieces, go to point Protect from dust To produce an airtight seal between the wall and the cabinet, you ll need to caulk around the filler pieces. Choose a reputable brand of latex/silicone (it doesn t need to be waterproof.) Tape the surface next to the area to be caulked to protect it. Apply a bead of caulk into the crevice. Finally, remove the wall strip you ll need it again when installing the base cabinets. You ve now completed Step 1! 19. A kitchen island 16. Install filler pieces To ensure that the filler piece stays in place, first fasten a support strip to the wall. Put the filler piece into place with the sawn edge against the wall. Attach the filler piece by drilling a screw through the predrilled holes from the inside of the cabinet. Install other filler pieces in the same way. When you have fitted all filler It s time to build a kitchen island if you have planned for one. To ensure that your kitchen island is stable and secure, you need to build a plinth frame that you then fasten to both the floor and the cabinet. Make it 16 cm high, so that you can cover it with the plinth. 20. Attach plinths 17. Uneven walls If the wall is not level and flat, the filler piece must be cut to conform to the wall s shape. To do this, you ll need a filler piece, a measuring tape, pencil and compass. To cut the filler piece to the correct width, place it with the cut side against the wall. Mark the end of the cabinet on the top and bottom of the filler piece. Draw a Carefully measure and mark plinths so that they cover the plinth frame below your base cabinets. Saw the plinths to the correct length using a fine-toothed handsaw. You can either screw the plinth in place from the inside of the frame before you mount the cabinets to the frame or glue the plinth to the frame. Design and Quality IKEA of Sweden 21. Use legs instead straight line from these points to form the the line of the wall so that the pencil traces flat edge that will fit against the cabinet. a clear line on the filler piece. Follow the Follow the sawing instructions in picture 15. instructions in picture 15 to saw the line. Cut the filler piece so that it s the same height as the cabinet. Hold the piece in the gap where you are going to place it. Open the compass a couple of inches and place the point against the wall. Holding the compass horizontal and level, follow If you re not using a plinth, use legs with anchor fittings. It s important to fasten them securely to the floor. Follow the assembly instructions. Different floor materials require different types of fixing devices. Use fixing devices that are suitable for use in the floors in your home. The cabinet frames are now in place, which means that you ve completed Step 2! Check the wall with your spirit level to see if it is even and flat. If the wall is uneven, go to point 17 below. If the wall is even, measure the distance from the wall to the cabinet and mark this distance at the top and bottom of the filler piece. Kitchen installation service If you would like help installing your new IKEA kitchen you can be matched with the best tradespeople through hipages.com.au. Services include removing your old kitchen, installing new cabinets, fitting benchtops, plumbing in the sink and tap, and connecting the appliances. It s easy to get your kitchen installed Just follow these 3 simple steps: 1 Tell hipages.com.au about your kitchen through a simple form - You can Get Quotes online, in-store or over the phone. 2 Qualified tradesmen will contact you to quote installation 3 You choose the best one. What happens after you submit a quote request on hipages.com.au? The hipages.com.au Get Quotes team check your request hipages.com.au notify local tradespeople about your quote request You are matched with 3 qualified tradespeople that can give you a quote hipages.com.au will send you a link to the tradespersons profiles so you can see more information about the business hipages.com.au is there to assist with any enquiry. You will be able to view the status of your job and chat with a hipages.com.au customer support person. Get a quote at: IKEA.com.au/getquotes

12 You can do it yourself but you don t have to. Inter IKEA Systems B.V Sometimes a little help is all you need to turn a dream into reality. Which is why we offer a wide range of services to help you along the way. Maybe you just need a little help, or perhaps someone to do the whole job for you. Either way we re here to help, and are happy to put together a service package that s just right for you. Of course, the more you do yourself, the lower the price will be. And the more you ask us to do for you, the more you can sit back and relax! Measuring service Precise measurements are crucial, especially when planning a new kitchen. If you need help, we can arrange for an experienced professional to measure your space to ensure your planned purchases fit your home and lifestyle. Home delivery service Most of our products are designed and packaged so that you can take them home yourself. But if you prefer, you can have your purchases delivered directly to your home or business. Book a van Our products are designed to take home yourself. Now you can book a van for as little as an hour, or as long as you need to drive your shopping home. You get access to a range of vehicles, including vans, located at selected IKEA stores. Installation service Be matched with the best tradespeople through hipages.com.au to install your new IKEA Kitchen. Services include removing your old kitchen, installing new cabinets, fitting benchtops, plumbing in the sink and tap, and connecting the appliances. You can Get Quotes online, in-store or over the phone. Interest free finance To realise your dream today we offer 24 months* interest free to approved customers. You can apply online, over the phone or in-store at our planning desks. *24 months interest free offer available until for purchase amounts over $5000. Available to approved applicants only. Repayments stated are for information purposes only, based on paying the finance within the interest free period. Minimum monthly repayments of 3% or $30 are required monthly. Paying only the minimum repayment will not finalise your loan within the interest free period. Once the interest free period expires any outstanding balance will be charged interest at the standard interest rate currently 25.9%. Fees and charges apply, including a $60 application fee and $2.90 account keeping fee. Further Terms and Conditions are contained in the Lombard Visa Card Conditions of Use. Credit is provided by Lombard Finance Pty Ltd , Australian Credit Licence number For more information on our services and everything you need to plan your new IKEA Kitchen, visit IKEA.com.au/kitchens