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If you cringe every time your kitchen cabinet doors slam shut, you're not alone. Slamming cabinet doors are one of the most common frustrations homeowners face in their kitchens — they're loud, they damage your cabinets over time, and they create stress.  The good news? You don't need to replace your entire cabinet system or spend thousands on a kitchen remodel to solve the problem. Soft close cabinet hinges offer an affordable, effective solution that transforms how your kitchen func …

The dream of having a secret door in your home isn't just for movies and mystery novels anymore. With the right hardware you can transform any bookcase into a concealed entrance to a hidden room, safe room, home office, or private sanctuary.  Whether you're looking to add security, create extra storage space, or simply bring a touch of intrigue to your home, hidden door hardware makes it possible — and more affordable than you might think. What is a Secret Door System? A secret door k …

Cabinet drawers see a lot of activity over the years. Whether they're holding kitchen supplies, hardware tools, or an assortment of random items, drawers bear a great deal of a weight and haphazard use. One day the drawer starts to jam or bind, makes a grinding noise or just plum won't budge. At that point, it's clear that you need to investigate and fix the problem with your drawer slides. It's easy for a misguided slamming of a drawer or general overuse to cause the drawers to stop working pro …

How to Assemble RTA CabinetsAlthough many people tend to assemble their base cabinets with glue and cam locks, it can also easily be done with glue, dowels and brad nails.1. Prep for assembly. Start off by placing the face frame on the ground. The two side panels with toe kicks should slide easily into the frame's grooves. Next, insert the bottom panel board into the groove on the bottom of the two panels with toe kicks.2. Assemble main pieces. Insert the two dowels onto the opposite end of the …

Lazy Susans make a great addition to your RTA kitchen cabinet set. They provide a simple solution for unorganized spaces and make all your goods easily accessible. A great way to make the most of your kitchen space is to install a lazy Susan into a corner cabinet for storage. Here are some basic assembly instructions for a lazy Susan using glue and cam locks.1. Prep for assembly. Open the box containing your ready-to-assemble lazy Susan, and lay out all of the parts separately. Lay down one …

Assembling your RTA base cabinet takes a bit more time and work than the basic kitchen wall cabinet. With that being said, you can still get it done quickly and easily with just a few products. The instructions for assembling base cabinets are very similar to wall cabinets, with just a few added steps. All you need here is some wood glue and a screwdriver.1. Prep for your RTA cabinet assembly. Open the box containing your RTA base cabinet and separate all of the parts. Place the door and fac …

How to Assemble RTA Wall CabinetsYou don't need be a professional or spend a ton of money to successfully assemble your RTA kitchen or bathroom cabinets. A glue and cam lock assembly is very easy to do yourself- which is one of the benefits of choosing ready to assemble cabinets. Installing your assembled wall cabinets should take less than 10 minutes, leaving you with plenty of time for other home remodeling projects. All you need for this is wood glue and a screwdriver- the rest should come wi …

Bathrooms are usually one of the smallest rooms in a home. A large challenge that many homeowners and renters face is making the most of that small space. Storing toiletries, towels and other bathroom items can be tricky when there isn't much room to work with. Thankfully, there are a variety of ways to maximize the storage space in your small bathroom.Wall cabinets. Cabinets that are mounted into the wall makes use out of the empty wall space while providing ample storage. Wall cabinets usually …

The kitchen is arguably one of the most-used rooms in your home. Multiple times a day you are in there preparing and cooking food, as well as sometimes eating it. Because it is always so busy on a regular basis, it is bound to get dirty. To keep your cabinets looking in top shape, you need to clean them periodically. Although it may seem like a chore at first, cleaning your cabinets is very easy once you know how to properly do it.When cleaning your kitchen, you typically think of the counters, …