Remove everything out of the drawers and in the cabinets underneath the countertops.
How to remove kitchen cabinets and countertops. When remodeling your kitchen to become that luxury home here is a way to remove the counter top in the case when it will not come out. Cut the existing cabinets in half or thirds up and down remove each part putting in the braces for the countertop. It is important for the space where you ll be working to be clear when you begin the removal process. Most countertops laminate or otherwise are attached to the base cabinets using either screws or adhesive.
Tools i used to get the job done. Place all of the items in a safe location that is out of the way. Putty knife hammer pry bar razor blade. Braces should be at least1 8 to 1 4 taller so you can slip the new cabinet in.
Stanley magnetic stud finder. Take everything off of the countertops. If you can t find any then you can be certain your countertop is secured with glue. Most laminate countertops use silicone adhesive.
In this first video i show my step by step process on how to remove your old granite countertops without having to break them. Some countertop installations such as granite will use an epoxy or construction adhesive like liquid nails. Screws should be easy to locate if they ve been used. Instead trying to break the countertop seal and removing the existing cabinets in one piece.
To find out which method was used on yours open up your cabinet and look inside with a flashlight. Removing a laminate kitchen countertop is relatively easy because it s held onto the cabinets with a combination of adhesive and screws. Remove everything from the countertop and drawers. Most likely it is due to the heavy caulking and seal.