 French Cleat (by DJ [VA]) Oct 23, 2021 8:14 PM
 French Cleat (by Steve [MA]) Oct 23, 2021 10:03 PM
French Cleat (by Steve [MA]) Oct 23, 2021 10:03 PM
French Cleat (by JB [OR]) Oct 24, 2021 1:44 AM
French Cleat (by Small potatoes [NY]) Oct 24, 2021 2:06 AM
French Cleat (by Robin [WI]) Oct 24, 2021 3:11 PM
French Cleat (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]) Oct 25, 2021 11:33 PM
French Cleat (by DJ [VA]) Posted on: Oct 23, 2021 8:14 PM
Message:
Anybody here like to use a french cleat for hanging kitchen cabinets?
Do you use 3/4" common board or thick plywood?
Or something else?
Which is stronger?
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French Cleat (by Steve [MA]) Posted on: Oct 23, 2021 10:03 PM
Message:
I've used 1/2" cabinet grade plywood as well as the ready made metal ones to hang heavy pictures, mirrors, etc. I've never found the need to use them for hanging cabinets as all of the cabinets that I buy have built in reinforced backers to run my cabinet screws (GRK Fasteners#8 x 2-3/4 in. Star Drive Low Profile Washer Head Cabinet Screw (100-Piece per Pack - www.homedepot.com/p/GRK-Fasteners-8-x-2-3-4-in-Star-Drive-Low-Profile-Washer-Head-Cabinet-Screw-100-Piece-per-Pack-113081/203525316) thru. --71.184.xxx.xxx |
French Cleat (by Steve [MA]) Posted on: Oct 23, 2021 10:03 PM
Message:
I've used 1/2" cabinet grade plywood as well as the ready made metal ones to hang heavy pictures, mirrors, etc. I've never found the need to use them for hanging cabinets as all of the cabinets that I buy have built in reinforced backers to run my cabinet screws (GRK Fasteners#8 x 2-3/4 in. Star Drive Low Profile Washer Head Cabinet Screw (100-Piece per Pack - www.homedepot.com/p/GRK-Fasteners-8-x-2-3-4-in-Star-Drive-Low-Profile-Washer-Head-Cabinet-Screw-100-Piece-per-Pack-113081/203525316) thru. --71.184.xxx.xxx |
French Cleat (by JB [OR]) Posted on: Oct 24, 2021 1:44 AM
Message:
I don't think I've found anything stronger than plywood. --73.25.xx.xxx |
French Cleat (by Small potatoes [NY]) Posted on: Oct 24, 2021 2:06 AM
Message:
use plywood. French cleats are great. I don't usually use them to hang cabinets, but I have. --172.58.xxx.xxx |
French Cleat (by Robin [WI]) Posted on: Oct 24, 2021 3:11 PM
Message:
It can make the install easier, but I think it's overkill. What IS helpful is screwing a cleat underneath to rest the uppers on while you're screwing them into the wall. Provides support and leveling at the same time. Your back will thank you. --104.230.xxx.xx |
French Cleat (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]) Posted on: Oct 25, 2021 11:33 PM
Message:
DJ,
We cut out the drywall behind what will be the top edge of the new cabinets and install 1/2" plywood in it's place.
Now we can put screws anywhere thru the top edge of the cabinets and hit "meat". No more juggling trying to hit studs.
I DO have some 1950's metal cabinets that have built in cleats.
BRAD --73.102.xxx.xxx |
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