On Mar 8, 9:11 am, "steve" sjwNOSPAMatripnet.com wrote:
Hello all,
i am in the process of installing kitchen cabinets. I have everything
measured and have located all wall studs. I have a cabinet that is 12" W x
30" H. Unfortunately it falls in between 2 studs.
What types of anchors should i use when attaching it to the wall. Also,
there are cabinets on both sides of it. What size/type screws should i use
to attach the cabinet to the cabinets beside it, that will be anchored into
studs? I am using 14 x 2" screws to attach the cabinets to the studs.
regards
Steve

The cabinet will cover the wall, right? So mark where you want your
mounting screws to go, cut a 18" 1 x 3 and lay it on your marked area
and trace an outline. Cut away the drywall, cut a 3/4" x2 1/2" notch
in each stud, and nail the 1 x 3 in place. Hang your cabinet. Much
nicer than depending on some spooky drywall fastener that is only fit
for hanging pictures. If you use a jig saw with a blade ground off to
the right length you can have a nailing plate in place in under 10
minutes. HTH

Joe