We use the best materials we can find to build our custom cabinets. We start with select solid radiata pine for all of our cabinet boxes, and solid maple for our cabinet doors. We use industry leading Blum concealed hinges with soft close built in on every product which has a door. We use our own custom designed shelf supports to ensure that glass or acrylic shelves don’t rock or fall off. When we design a new product, we look at every detail in terms of production, packaging, installation and going right down to anticipating how the customer will use it. Many of our designs have not had any changes to them since they were introduced 15 years ago. That’s because they were designed right the first time around.
We know that cutting into your wall can cause stress
There’s always that fear of the unknown – what’s in my walls? What if I find a stud where I want to place my cabinet? How do I determine the right height? These are all very good questions, and just the thought of cutting a hole in an otherwise perfect wall can cause stress for some people. But actually, installing a recessed product is quite simple. You’ll need a few tools to do it. Gather up a stud finder, a wallboard saw and tape measure. First, you need to determine the area where you want the product to go. If you are unsure and wish that you could visualize it, try this tip: Take some newspaper and cut a piece the size of the product that you are installing. Use painter’s tape (so it will easily remove without destroying your wall) to tape it to the wall where you think you want the cabinet to go. Now take a step back and look at your work. Does it look like the right height to you? Can you still reach everything? Are there any obstacles such as light switches nearby? Also be sure of what is on the wall in the room on the OPPOSITE side of that wall. Walls are two sided and they share the same stud bays. So while there may not be a plug or switch or plumbing in the room you’re in, there may be on the other side.
Once you determine where you want it, now you need to see what will be required to put it there. Use your stud finder to determine where the studs are in the wall. Mark them with painter’s tape. Now for the really stressful part – cut a hole in the wall at least 6 inches square. This should give you ample room to see inside with a flashlight and put your hand in to feel where the studs are. Then you’ll know if you can place the product there and just how easy or difficult it will be. Even if you find a stud in your way, that’s not a major obstacle. Check with a contractor or someone with knowledge and be sure that you are not cutting into a load-bearing wall. Typically walls around a bathroom are not. You can cut through a stud using a recriprocating saw. Rent one if you don’t have one, there’s no need to buy one you will never use again! The blades of these saws along with how they work allows you to cut through the stud and not harm the wallboard on the other side of the wall. If there’s no stud in the way, measure and draw the rough opening size you need on the wall. Then you can just use the wallboard saw to cut the opening you need. Most of our products are designed to be installed in the wall by only using construction adhesive on the back side of the frame which goes around the product. That way, it doesn’t matter if there is a stud near it to screw it to, plus you don’t have to look at the ugly screws!
Selecting and installing a recessed toilet paper holder
A recessed toilet paper holder is a great way to tidy up the bathroom and add a touch of sleek decor to the room. They stay out of the way, but still hold the tissue securely in a convenient location. However, the idea that they go into the wall instead of on it causes some homeowners to shy away. In reality, they are easy to install and a superior option so long as you choose wisely.
Why Choose A Wood Recessed Toilet Paper Holder
Many homeowners feel compelled to stick with metal and worry about how wood holds up over time. Unfortunately, metal often takes a beating in a bathroom and is really not suitable in these rooms. Because the bathroom is full of humid air, the metal deteriorates and rusts quickly and may even begin to lose its finish. Wood makes a far better option because it is more efficient at resisting moisture. The trick is to make certain the unit is sealed and painted properly.
Sizing Difficulties With Toilet Paper Units
Many of the old holders in American homes today are made of a thin metal that fits into a smaller space. Wood, on the other hand, is far thicker. This makes it appear as if it is impossible that the two are interchangeable. The reality is that you have two options: either you can make the space wider to accommodate the larger recessed toilet paper holder, or you can purchase a wood unit made from thinner stalk to make sure it fits.
To find out which option is best and to replace the unit, remove the old one from the wall first. There, you can see how it is secured to the wall and how much space you have to work with between the studs. If you do not have enough excess space to make the hole larger, a model constructed of thinner wood makes the best choice. However, if you have a choice, you\’ll find the larger units will produce much better results.
Finishes For Toilet Paper Holders
You want your recessed toilet paper holder to fit in with the room\’s decor just like any other piece for a perfect look. To ensure you find the perfect one, consider contacting a specialty supplier who will have far more options than a typical store.
You will be able to find a full range of finished and unfinished models. This makes them extremely versatile; they come in a wide variety of stains, paint of any kind, spackle coating, or even marbling. If you would like to have a metal holder, suppliers specializing in storage solutions will offer more than the brass or chrome choices you get in a regular store. Here, you can choose from many decorative metals including satin nickel, black, antique brass, and many more.
Selecting and installing a recessed toilet paper holder will help make your bathroom look complete and bring the entire space together. All you need to do is find the style and finish that will make the room shine.