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How to build a flat-pack
kitchen base unit

A quick video showing how simple and easy using our pre-inserted cam and dowel system is to build a typical base unit. Using this method you are easily able to put together a base unit like this in minutes. Giving you an easy to build a base unit with great quality.

How to build a flatpack single wall unit

Method

  1. Make sure you are working in a clean area and have plenty of room to build the unit
  2. Lay out all pieces so you can pick these easily. Make sure to use a soft surface/covering as to not scratch the unit
  3. Starting with a side panel of the unit lay this with the holes facing upwards.
  4. Next grabbing the base unit top rail we can insert this with the cams facing outwards.
  5. Tighten the cam to secure the piece in place.
  6. Continue with the same bottom piece and back piece. Tightening each cam as you go around
  7. Place the other side panel on and tighten the cams to finish the main part of the unit
  8. Turn the unit upside down and place the legs bases in the holes with the flange over the side panel to give extra support
  9. Using a hammer, hammer the centre piece into the hole to secure the leg base.
  10. Using 4 * 3.5mm x 16mm screws further secure the leg base
  11. Screw the two final leg pieces together and place in the leg base
  12. Turn the base unit the correct way up.
  13. Place the shelf supports in the unit and place the shelf in the unit.
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