Ikea island mounting - How does it work?

Hello,

I would be interested to know how Ikea envisions island mounting, or rather, how it is installed at IKEA itself. The kitchen planner always kindly points out that additional fastening is necessary when the cabinets stand free. In our case, the island is about 360x120 and is attached on one side to the wall. We also have underfloor heating, so I can’t just drill into the screed without further ado.....

Thank you

Oliver

I think it will be sufficient if the island is screwed to the wall on the front side with dowels. Due to its own weight, it will hardly be possible to move it even by a millimeter once the cabinets are filled.

Otherwise, it is definitely possible to drill into the screed with underfloor heating; you would need to turn on the heating and check where the heating pipes run with a thermal imaging camera. This can possibly be borrowed from the local fire department or from companies that create energy certificates for houses.

Hi,

Basically, there are many options you can use without screwing into the floor.

1. Build a frame "inside" under the cabinets so that the cabinets rest on it. Additionally, always install all feet and toe kicks to get complete stability.

2. This variant is used, among others, by kitchen installers. Take leftover worktops, cut them to 16cm height, and stick them with silicone in several places under the cabinets.

3. Install the entire kitchen with UTBY legs. Quite expensive.

4. Due to the length, install an Utby base frame between the cabinets and use it as a seating area.

5. Let the countertop run all the way down to the floor at the end as a finishing panel.

ALWAYS screw the cabinets to the wall and to each other and pay attention to a balanced selection and positioning of the cabinets.

I hope there is something for you.

Best regards

Na.