[BRN_RI_FL]

A couple questions/comments on cabinets. We had the cabinet guy over today because some kitchen cabinets swing open too much, for example banging into the microwave. We were told that they aren't adjustable to keep them from banging. He suggested putting little rubber bumpers on the outside of the cabinets which I think would look like hell. The builder also had suggested that. Wouldn't good quality cabinets have these adjustments? After the sliding glass door guy yesterday was banging the crap out of the sliding glass door rubber seals to put them back in place I'm really questioning the quality of the stuff in our new courtyard villa.
And back to the cabinets, there are no handles or knobs on any of the new cabinets. Do most people add those on later?

[Wiotte]

Originally Posted by Brucernelson

A couple questions/comments on cabinets. We had the cabinet guy over today because some kitchen cabinets swing open too much, for example banging into the microwave. We were told that they aren't adjustable to keep them from banging. He suggested putting little rubber bumpers on the outside of the cabinets which I think would look like hell. The builder also had suggested that. Wouldn't good quality cabinets have these adjustments? After the sliding glass door guy yesterday was banging the crap out of the sliding glass door rubber seals to put them back in place I'm really questioning the quality of the stuff in our new courtyard villa.

And back to the cabinets, there are no handles or knobs on any of the new cabinets. Do most people add those on later?

Bumper

[Wiotte]

Knobs

[BRN_RI_FL]

So you put the bumpers on the outside of the cabinets?
And you added the knobs after your home purchase?

[Wiotte]

Count the number of knobs you need and multiply by 12.5 That's what a decent set of knobs will cost you. Easy install if you can measure accurately and use a cordless drill

[Wiotte]

Originally Posted by Brucernelson

So you put the bumpers on the outside of the cabinets?

And you added the knobs after your home purchase?

Nope. Came with the house. They are nice to have but not entirely necessary.

[Wiotte]

Yes, the bumpers are in the outside. Don't notice 'em

[Wiotte]

Have the cabinet guy give you the bumpers. They look as pictured.

[BRN_RI_FL]

Thanks Wiotte!

[Wiotte]

Originally Posted by Brucernelson

Thanks Wiotte!

Yeah no problem. Dusty is coming tomorrow with my 5 new windows and a 10 lb. hammer for the gaskets. Pray for this sinner.

[BRN_RI_FL]

Originally Posted by Wiotte

Yeah no problem. Dusty is coming tomorrow with my 5 new windows and a 10 lb. hammer for the gaskets. Pray for this sinner.

Here's hoping your slider glass remains intact!

[Wiotte]

Bumper in action

[Wiotte]

Plethora of bumpers

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Wiotte

Plethora of bumpers

I can't believe you used 47 bumpers. Looks like you need to buy some more. I love those things. I stick em everywhere, even in places where they are not needed. The cabinet knobs may look nice, but they are really not necessary, and you need to be very careful about where you drill the holes or they will not line up and will look bad.

[cst4villages]

The bumpers will work just fine to protect the cabinet and microwave. Another option is to change the hinges (or have them changed) to hinges that allow adding restriction clips. They limit the opening to 86 degrees so doors won't hit microwaves or fridges that are adjacent to them. Not very costly to do yourself. Scott Thompson, Village Home Repair swapped ours out and works great.