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  • Page 1 METOD ASSEMBLY GUIDE...
  • Page 2 IKEA frames into something that reflects your personal style. Fronteriors was established as a DIY concept and this guide will help both home enthusiasts and professionals complete an easy installation. We love seeing your finished cabinets,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    contents DISCLAIMER Page 1 GUIDELINES FOR YOUR IKEA INSTALLATION Page 2 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES Page 4 CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Page 5 SIDE PANEL INSTALLATION Page 6 DOOR INSTALLATION Page 12 DRAWER INSTALLATION Page 19 BACK PANEL INSTALLATION Page 27 PLINTHS INSTALLATION Page 34 FILLER INSTALLATION...

  • Page 4: Disclaimer

    Recommendations in this manual are provided for informational purposes only. Fronteriors can guarantee the efficacy of the instruction provided in this manual, as unforeseen variables - such as existing wall, ceiling and flooring conditions, integrated custom elements, and alternative designs - may render some suggestions not applicable.

  • Page 5: Guidelines For Your Ikea Installation

    - PA G E 2 - GUIDELINES FOR YOUR IKEA INSTALLATION TO ENSURE A SMOOTH FRONTERIORS INSTALLATION IKEA should install their plinths with the frames – our plinths will be applied over them. IKEA legs should be fixed at 8cm height – if not, our side panels may not fit correctly.
  • Page 6 - PA G E 3 - Ideally, there should be no floor skirting in place wherever base cabinets will be installed against a wall. If skirtings are there, they should be less than 8cm. If the frame legs are adjusted to fit over skirtings, side panels may not fit correctly.

  • Page 7: General Safety Guidelines

    Read and understand all assembly instructions before you start the installation of your project. Keep a copy of these guidelines and instructions for future reference. Failure to follow (IKEA or Fronteriors) instructions may result in property damage, bodily harm. Read and understand all safety instructions associated with the necessary tools for your project.

  • Page 8: Care & Cleaning Instructions

    - PA G E 5 - CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONARY ACTIONS Ensure all surfaces / components remain dry at all times any liquid should be wiped off immediately Avoid direct sunlight and heat sources. Make sure appliances - especially dishwashers - are correctly installed and insulated.

  • Page 9: Side Panel Installation

    SIDE PANEL INSTALLATION...
  • Page 10 INCLUDED Panels, 30mm screws NOTE All Fronteriors side panels are 18mm thick, and are made specifically to fit the the IKEA cabinet frame you have purchased with a waterfall effect that should reach the floor - hence the importance of the 8cm leg height.
  • Page 11 - PA G E 8 - STEP ONE Work with the panels one at a time. Align the side panels so that the top, back and bottom edges align flush with the IKEA frame and floor.
  • Page 12 - PA G E 9 - STEP TWO Position the side panel to the frame and you will notice that our side panel protrudes from the frame at the side where the doors will be positioned, it should be 20mm in measure– this is correct and ensures that once the doors are fixed, they will align flush with the side panels.
  • Page 13 - PA G E 1 0 - STEP THREE Use clamps to hold the side panel against the side of the IKEA frame for proper installation. We recommend using a cloth or applicable protection in between the clamp and the frame to prevent panels from scratching.
  • Page 14 - PA G E 1 1 - STEP FOUR Using the frame’s pre-made holes for shelves and following the numbered holes in both thefront and back of the frame as illustrated, screw in the 30mm screws from the inside until the screws grip the side panel tightly. Use two screws along the top area (front and back rows) and two along the bottom area.

  • Page 15: Door Installation

    DOOR INSTALLATION...
  • Page 16 - PA G E 1 3 - TOOLS & HARDWARE YOU WILL NEED A manual or electric screw driver, IKEA Metod screws and hinges according to the IKEA installation guide. Our screw heads are Philips head 6mm and 8mm. Please make sure your screw bits fits this size.
  • Page 17 - PA G E 1 4 - STEP ONE We recommend to lay the door front on its back on the floor with pre-made holes for the hinge exposed,preferably on a rug or towel to prevent it from getting scratched. Open the hinge lever cap tension bar and place the hinge in the door frames pre-drilled holes, press the hinge to the hole and tightened it by closing the lever cap tension bar.
  • Page 18 - PA G E 1 5 - STEP TWO Locate the holes number 1 and 15 in the IKEA frame, counting from bottom to top and screw in the hinge mounting plate using the screws provided with it.
  • Page 19 - PA G E 1 6 - STEP THREE Align the door with the hinge body into the mounting plate attached into the frame.
  • Page 20 - PA G E 1 7 - STEP FOUR Once the door is properly fixed into the position clip in the hinges.
  • Page 21 - PA G E 1 8 - HINGE ADJUSTMENT Last step, use the illustration above to adjust your doors for ideal alignment.

  • Page 22: Drawer Installation

    DRAWER INSTALLATION...
  • Page 23 Philips head 6mm and 8mm. Please make sure your screw bits fits this size. NOTE Fronteriors drawer fronts have a thickness of 18mm and are drilled the same way as IKEA’S door and drawer fronts, so it perfectly fits with the hinges, interior...
  • Page 24 - PA G E 2 1 - STEP ONE Install the drawer mechanisms in the cabinet frame (refer to the IKEA manual guide). Note that the placement of the drawer mechanisms to the pre-drilled holes of the cabinet frame will depend on the number of drawers you are using within the frame.
  • Page 25 - PA G E 2 2 - STEP TWO Refer to the drawer illustrations to locate the holes to attach the IKEA drawer metal plugs in the Fronteriors drawer fronts. Depending on the size of the drawers, larger drawers require additional drawer metal plugs.
  • Page 26 - PA G E 2 3 - STEP THREE We recommend to lay the drawer front on its back on the floor, preferably on a rug or towel to prevent it from getting scratched. Screw in the metal plugs with the screws provided by IKEA. (refer to the IKEA manual guide)
  • Page 27 - PA G E 2 4 - STEP FOUR Attach the drawer body to the drawer front clipping the drawer metal plug unto it.
  • Page 28 - PA G E 2 5 - STEP FIVE Attach the drawer into the frame and install all other mechanisms as per IKEA’S instructions for drawers. (refer to the IKEA manual guide)
  • Page 29 - PA G E 2 6 - DRAWER ADJUSTMENT To properly align the drawers, see the drawer adjustment illustration above.

  • Page 30: Back Panel Installation

    BACK PANEL INSTALLATION...
  • Page 31 Ensure that your island back has an assembly kit for kitchen island installed. INCLUDED Panels, 30mm screws NOTE All Fronteriors side panels are 18mm thick and are made specifically to fit the the IKEA cabinet frame you have purchased.
  • Page 32 - PA G E 2 9 - STEP ONE Work with the panels one at a time. Align the back panels so that they are flush with the IKEA frame.
  • Page 33 - PA G E 3 0 - STEP TWO Position the back panel to the IKEA frame.
  • Page 34 - PA G E 3 1 - STEP THREE When the position is confirmed lay the back panel on the ground and apply the silicone or glue to the inside. Preferably on a rug or a towel to prevent it from getting scratched.
  • Page 35 - PA G E 3 2 - STEP FOUR Use clamps to hold the back panel against the back of the IKEA frame for proper installation. We recommend using a cloth or applicable protection in between the clamp and the frame to prevent panels from scratching.
  • Page 36 - PA G E 3 3 - STEP FIVE Installing back panels to the back side of frames for an island configurationrequires that you have the assembly kit for kitchen island. The 30mm screws provides will be assembled using the support planks provided in these kits at the top and bottom.

  • Page 37: Plinths Installation

    PLINTH INSTALLATION...
  • Page 38 NOTE IKEA plinth should be installed by IKEA when frames are installed. Fronteriors plinths are designed to be installed over the IKEA plinth. The plinths are made to a standard size of 220cm x 8cm (W x H in cm) and need to be cut to size on site.
  • Page 39 - PA G E 3 6 - STEP ONE Measure the base for the length of the plinth needed. We recommend that where cut joints are required, these should align with the vertical line between doors/drawers.
  • Page 40 STEP TWO Before cutting, we recommend using a strip of masking tape on the area of the plinth where you will cut . This helps to avoid any paint chips. Trim the Fronteriors plinth according to t he measurement you require.
  • Page 41 - PA G E 3 8 - STEP THREE Apply a generous amount of silicone adhesive to the IKEA plinth. Please follow the usage instruction provided by the manufacturer of the silicone being used.
  • Page 42 - PA G E 3 9 - STEP FOUR Check for the proper alignment and attach the Fronteriors plinth carefully.
  • Page 43 - PA G E 4 0 - STEP FIVE Use any heavy support to keep the plinth attached during the curing time. We recommend 24 hrs curing time to achieve the best result.

  • Page 44: Filler Installation

    FILLER INSTALLATION...
  • Page 45 Wooden Batten and 40mm screws. NOTE Fronteriors fillers are produced in standard width/heights and need to be cut to size on site. Where necessary, our filler pieces are accompanied by a wooden batten which functions as a bracket to easily attach the filler to the side of the frame.
  • Page 46 - PA G E 4 3 - STEP ONE Using a measuring tool, measure the specific width required for the filler needed.
  • Page 47 - PA G E 4 4 - STEP TWO Before cutting, we recommend using a strip of masking tape on the area of the filler where you will cut . This helps to avoid any paint chips.
  • Page 48 - PA G E 4 5 - STEP THREE The front of the filler should align with the front of the door/drawer not the front of the frame.
  • Page 49 - PA G E 4 6 - STEP FOUR Place the batten in the necessary area. Drill the screws through the inside of the cabinet frame into the batten using the 30mm screws included in the package. The filler piece will then be glued on to the batten and flush to the door.
  • Page 50 - PA G E 4 7 - HARDWARE KNOBS Our doors do not have pre-drilled holes for knobs. Once you have selected the position of your knob(s), drill a guide hole from the front side of the door, using the 4mm drill bit. If you have a piece of scrap wood available, hold it tightly at the back of the door for the drill to continue into.
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