Do you need a toe kick for pantry cabinet?

Toe kick spaces are an important element of kitchen design. In fact, any cabinet that you would stand in front of should have one. The purpose of a toe kick is to create a recess for your feet, which allows you to stand closer to the countertop or workspace more comfortably.

Does a pantry have a toe kick?

Most pantry cabinets will come with a detached toe kick so the cabinet can be turned inside the room without hitting the ceiling.

What is standard for toe kick on kitchen cabinets?

Below the base cabinet, there is a recessed area known as the toe kick. It typically measures 3 inches in height and the depth is approximately 3.5 – 4 inches. The toe kick is an ergonomic feature which places countertops and cabinets within arm’s length.

Where should pantry cabinets be placed?

Placing a pantry cabinet in an adjacent space just outside the kitchen creates more space for cooking. Shelves on the backs of doors maximize pantry cabinet storage. Pullout shelves utilize every inch of pantry space for food, supplies, and small appliances.

Can you remove toe kick from base cabinets?

Use a simple claw hammer and a pry bar to remove the toe kick. When replacing the flooring or remodeling your base cabinets, it is often necessary to remove the toe kick. Removing the toe kick from base cabinets is a relatively simple matter of prying the boards away from the cabinet.

Can you glue toe kick?

While most toe kick installation is best done with a cordless nail gun you can also tackle this job with construction adhesive and trim screws.

How are Kickboards attached?

Place your kickboard underneath your cabinets, flush up against the legs. Measure from the front of the cabinet carcase edge to the kickboard. (E.g if your kickboard is 16.5mm thick, you will be adding 8.25mm to the above measurement) Mark this measurement along a line on the cabinet’s bottom panel.