You might find it helpful to understand how doors relate to typical carcass sizes before you start measuring.
Typically, kitchen units are 870mm or so off the ground; that is, the distance from the floor to the underside of the worktop is 870mm or so. Legs are usually 150mm-high and can be moved approximately 10mm up or down. Plinths are typically 150mm high and can be customised on-site to fit.
Carcasses typically have an overall height of 720 mm (870 mm less 150 mm) and a conventional width of 300 mm, 400 mm, 500 mm, or multiples of those dimensions. Doors should have a spacing of 2.5 mm at the top and bottom and 2 mm on each side. Typically, there is a 5mm space between two panels (a door and a drawer or two drawers).
All of our basic drawers and doors are 4mm narrower than the widths of our standard carcasses. the widths being 296mm, 396mm, 496mm, and 596mm. All "drawer line" doors and drawers would typically be 570mm high and 140mm high, respectively. "Door line" doors would typically be 715mm high (720mm - 5mm).
In any event, you ought to measure the door or drawer you're replacing. Considering that doors and drawers frequently have profiled front edges, you should always measure across the backs of both to get an accurate measurement.
Rule #1 - Always remember to include the gap for kitchen doors.
This will ensure the door has plenty of room for tolerances and opening of the doors without issue.
Rule #2 - Measure twice, cut once.
It's important to always double check your measurements. Even seasoned professionals can make mistakes, so it never hurts to make sure!
In conclusion
Measuring and retro-fitting your own kitchen can be a great way to expand your hands on skills and save money at the same time, if you still feel unsure about measuring yourself you can always look on YouTube for useful guides.
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