How To Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

Learn how to easily add height to your kitchen cabinets and close in that empty space. This easy project will make your kitchen feel about 10 feet taller!

Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

Supplies Needed: 2x2 boards, mdf, molding, stud finder, caulking, level, Kreg Jig, drill, screws and nail gun

Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

Step 1: Find studs and mark, then cut 2x2 boards to fit gap and screw into ceiling and cabinet.

Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

Step 2: Mark on the front of the cabinets where the 2x2's are located with painters tape.

Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

Step 3: Install the mdf on top of cabinets. Be sure to find cabinet seams so mdf lines match up. Note my mistake...

Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

Step 4: Nail up mdf using painter tape markers to guide nail placement. Then add molding to finish the look.

Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

Step 5: Caulk. It's your friend - and will hide all types of imperfections. Finally finish with primer and paint.

Easily Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets

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