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Units, Doors & Drawer Fronts

The confidence in our product is shown through our commitment to you the customer. We are pleased to offer a 6 year guarantee on our kitchens which allows you peace of mind and assurance that you’re buying into a superior quality kitchen.

Sarah Jane Kitchens offers a comprehensive guarantee on its kitchen units. These units are guaranteed for a period of 6 years. Additionally, the doors and drawer fronts of the units are also guaranteed for 6 years.

Blum offer lifetime guarantee on their products including hinges and drawer runners which are engineered to provide for a problem free use of the furniture during its lifetime, which is up to 20 years

Additionally manufactures of items such as worktops, sinks, taps, lighting and accessories may offer their own extended guarantees and service warranty which can require product registration and should be checked on an individual basis.

Please refer to our care and maintenance guide as this guidance must be adhered to in order for any Guarantee claim to be valid. Any abuse or lack of proper maintenance of the door and units will invalidate the Guarantee.

Kitchen Care & Aftercare

Customers are advised to consult our Kitchen Care & Aftercare section for complete care instructions.

Appliances

All appliances come with the manufacturer’s standard warranties, and some brands offer the option to extend the warranties. Where extended warranties are offered by the product manufacturer, it is the sole responsibility of the customer to complete and submit any required warranty registration within the specified timeframe. Failure to do so may result in the extended warranty becoming invalid.

Fitted Worktops Surface

In the rare event of problems, you’ll be reassured to know that from the date the installation is complete, Sarah Jane Kitchens automatically guarantees the registered owner of the installed worksurface against manufacturing defects for a period of up to 6 years. You will appreciate that we must set limits on the extent of the Guarantee we can give so it is important that you read and understand the terms of the Guarantee which are set out below.

Guarantee Duration

This Guarantee is for a period of up to six (6) years from the date of purchase.

Guarantee

Sarah Jane Kitchens guarantees that the Goods will be free from manufacturing defects and that, if manufacturing defects are proven to exist, the goods will be replaced or repaired. The Guarantee may not be assigned or transferred to another person. Many of the products used in our worksurfaces are natural and will, therefore, have variations which are to be expected in products of this type.

The Guarantee covers you for any material defects or structure of your quartz, solid surface, granite, marble or timber worksurfaces manufactured and supplied to you but will only apply to goods installed in the UK or Northern Ireland.

If materials become obsolete or are no longer available or if the repairs are no longer viable, we reserve the right to replace the worksurface wholly or in part with the nearest comparable product.

Exclusions

Sarah Jane Kitchens will Not be responsible for the following:

  • Any costs associated with unauthorised work undertaken to rectify any problems.
  • Problems arising with the fitting of timber worksurfaces in damp or unheated buildings.
  • Problems arising from the fitting and sealing of sinks either pre or post installation. Any guarantee claim in respect of manufactured sink points after one year of installation.
  • Any claim arising wholly or in part from use of the worksurface for any purpose for which it is not intended. Failure of any worksurface joint after one year of installation.
  • Any use other than as domestic worksurface.
  • Problems arising from the installation of worksurface materials by third-party contractors other than those employed by Sarah Jane Kitchens.
  • Any Guarantee claim arising wholly or in part from failure to observe the care and maintenance provisions provided with the worksurface or from other misuse of the worksurface outdoors.
  • Any claim arising from natural colour variances, natural splits, shakes and small fissures.
  • Any Guarantee claim arising wholly or in part from any indirect damage or form of damage caused by interaction with any product or other cause beyond Sarah Jane Kitchens control.
  • Any Guarantee claim in respect of any matter which would have been apparent at installation but which has not been brought to Sarah Jane Kitchens attention within 7 days of installation or within 30 days of the fault becoming apparent.
  • Acts of God.

Care and Maintenance

Refer to our care guide, this guidance must be adhered to in order for any Guarantee claim to be valid. Any abuse or lack of proper maintenance of the worksurface will invalidate the Guarantee.

Product Guarantee Terms and Conditions

Each Guarantee starts from the date of original purchase for the period stated. Sarah Jane Kitchens Ltd obligations under the Guarantees are limited to repair, replacement on an exchange basis, or the issue of a refund of the costs of the goods or those parts of the goods which are defective (at Sarah Jane Kitchens Ltd’ sole discretion). The Guarantees do not exclude or limit your statutory rights.

Important notes

The Guaranteed Product must be correctly installed, located and used in accordance with any manufacturer’s instructions provided or made available with the product.
 
The Guarantees only apply to products that have been installed in a residential home within the UK (England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland) & the Isle of Man and does not apply to commercial use or use in a commercial property unless otherwise stated within the product information.

In addition, the Guarantees do not cover:

  • Replacement of any accessories and/or consumable items;
  • Damage or repairs required as a direct or indirect result of:
  • Wilful damage, negligence, accidental damage, misuse of a product;
  • Alterations or repairs made by a third party;
  • Failure to store or use the Guaranteed Product properly and in accordance with Sarah Jane Kitchens Ltd or manufacturer instructions;
  • Swelling due to excessive moisture or other neglect;
  • Improper storage following delivery, rot and/or infestation following delivery, leaks (or similar incidents);
  • Damage or repairs caused by faulty or incomplete installation and/or repairs by an unauthorised person;
  • Damage caused by events outside Sarah Jane Kitchens Ltd’ control, including but not limited to household fires, explosion, contact with corrosive matter, extreme weather conditions, flood or vandalism;
  • Damage caused as a result of fair wear and tear; and/or
  • Damage caused or contributed to by pets, insects or other animals.

Any repaired, exchanged or replacement products will be guaranteed on the terms of this Guarantee for the unexpired portion of the guarantee period only and subject to these same terms and conditions

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Pre-Installation Recommendations

It’s the customers responsibility to ensure that all new-builds or newly plastered rooms have been left to environmentally stabilise prior to the installation of new kitchen doors. Kitchen doors must not be installed into a damp or moisture-rich environment as it will cause undesirable movement in the joints and panels of the door. 

Light

Timber changes colour when it is exposed to light. The species of timber and intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Due to this we recommend that timber samples displayed in showrooms be changed regularly. It is advised that colour change is also taken into consideration when fitting new or replacement doors to an existing kitchen some time after the original kitchen was installed. 

Cleaning

  • do not use wax-furniture polish, abrasive or aggressive cleaners, bleach or other hypochlorite (chlorine) based cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, dilutes, acetone, alcohol, solvent or similar products on any door, as this will damage the surface; 
  • only use a 5% soap, 95% water (liquid soap) solution, wiping with a damp (not wet) cloth, finally drying with a soft clean cloth only. 
  • ensure all cooking splashes are wiped immediately with a damp cloth; 
  • dust with a soft cloth only. 

Moisture

Excess moisture can damage a timber product, it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times. 

Kitchen frontals are designed for domestic use. We recommend that each area / cabinet in the kitchen is maintained within domestic temperature and humidity levels. We recommend a temperature range of 16C – 24C and a relative humidity range of 40% to 60%.

Integrated Dishwasher Doors

Do not open dishwasher doors mid cycle or immediately at the end of a cycle. Excess steam can cause damage not covered by warranty”. This advice is aimed at preventing hot steam from damaging surrounding kitchen cabinets or countertops, especially with integrated dishwashers. 

General Best Practices

  • Wait Briefly (10-30 minutes): Wait a few minutes (around 10-30 is a good rule of thumb) after the cycle finishes to let the steam subside and the dishes and interior cool down. This prevents you from being burned by a rush of hot steam and reduces the risk of thermal shock to delicate glassware.
  • For Overnight: If you run the dishwasher overnight, you can leave the door slightly open in the morning to air dry completely.
  • Check Your Model: Some modern dishwashers have a feature that automatically opens the door slightly at the end of the cycle to aid drying. Always check your specific dishwasher’s manual for manufacturer-specific advice. 

Installation Advice

Pre Installation
It’s the customers responsibility to ensure that all new-builds or newly plastered rooms have been left to environmentally stabilise prior to the installation of new kitchen doors. Kitchen doors must not be installed into a damp, or moisture-rich environment as it will cause undesirable movement in the joints and panels of the door. A hygrometer should be used to assess conditions. 

To help minimise any potential damage to the kitchen whilst you are installing it, please read and adhere to the following instructions and recommendations: 

  • We would advise that you make an initial check to confirm that you have the correct quantity and sizes of fascia’s; you can do this by referring to the labels attached to the outer packaging. 
  • The fascia’s should be stored flat and away from the working area. Take extreme care when stacking the fascia’s with hinges attached to ensure that the hinges do not mark other fascia’s. Do not lean the fascia’s against one another, or against any surface without proper protection in-between. 
  • Ensure that you fully inspect each individual fascia prior to attaching the hinges. Claims for damage to the fascia will not be accepted after the hinges have been attached. 
  • Take extreme care when unpacking the fascia’s and do not use sharp blades to cut away the packaging. 
  • When attaching the hinges, place the fascia face down on a soft clean surface, ensuring that there is no grit, sawdust or other matter underneath that could damage the surface of the fascia whilst the hinges are attached. It is good practice to place a sheet of clean cardboard between the fascia and the flat surface prior to attaching the hinges. 
  • If the hinges are ‘knock-in’ type, use a rubber mallet to knock the hinges into the fascia without using excessive force. 
  • Once the hinges have been attached to a door, hang the door on the unit straight away to avoid damage. Do not stack the doors with the hinges touching other doors, as this can cause scratches or marks
    to the other fascia’s. 
  • Do not stack the doors on their ends on any hard surface; this can cause chipping and scratching along the edge of the fascia, especially on the handle edge of ranges with an integral handle. Prior to fitting, the fascia’s should be stored flat, ensuring that they are not resting on any dirt or debris that may damage or mark the finish. 
  • You should take extreme care not to put the door down with excessive force on any edge, especially the handle edge, as this will cause crushing/impact damage on these edges. 

• Take extreme care not to put the door down on any hard or rough surface such as bare concrete floors, or on any debris such as sawdust, grit or screws, as this can damage the product. 

• If the fascia’s are attached to the carcass, then you should carefully remove the fascia’s by unclipping the hinges, and storing these flat in a clean safe environment away from your working area, utilising the packing materials from the units. 

• Where cutting/scribing décor panels and trim, you must use a sharp quality saw blade of the appropriate grade for fine-cutting, or a suitable router. Small chips can appear along the cut-edge, and so extra care must be taken to minimise the risk of chipping. Using a blunt or inappropriate saw blade will produce a poor finish, and this will not be covered by the guarantee. 

• On Painted Products: Any fine chips along the cut edge should be smoothed with a fine grade sand paper prior to fitting. 

• All cut edges should be sealed against moisture ingress using a suitable water resistant sealant/adhesive prior to installation. 

• All trims are supplied in long lengths and need to be cut down on site, and again it is important that this is done using the appropriate tools. 

• When fitting the plinth, ensure that you check the dimensions of any adjacent appliances. On occasion, the plinth may need to be pulled forward to ensure that it clears the front of the appliance.

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General Door Care

Please note that after a period of time it is quite normal for the colouring of kitchen units to mellow in colour. This is not a manufacturing fault and is as a result of exposure to light. This means that any additional parts subsequently ordered for your kitchen, or supplied as replacements may not be an exact colour match. However, any additional parts supplied will also mellow over time to blend with your existing units. 

The colour of doors and drawer fronts may appear mismatched in colour. This apparent mismatch is sometimes the effect of differing light conditions within your kitchen, (known as metamerism). To check your doors and fascia you should place them side by side in natural daylight for comparison. 

Cleaning advice for all door types including timber, painted,
foil & stainless steel
• Do not use wax-furniture polish, abrasive or aggressive cleaners, bleach 

or other hypochlorite (chlorine) based cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, dilutes, acetone, alcohol, solvent or similar products on the door, as this will damage the surface; additionally wax and polishes leave a residue build up that is difficult to remove. 

• Only use a 5% soap, 95% water (liquid soap) solution, wiping with a damp (not wet) cloth, finally drying with a soft clean cloth. 

• Ensure all cooking splashes are wiped immediately with a damp cloth; and dust with a soft cloth only. 

• Never use any abrasive pads or abrasive cleaners on the furniture. Spills and condensation on the fascias/panels should be cleaned and dried immediately. 

 

Timber & Veneered Doors 

Cleaning: when cleaning timber doors you must follow the pattern of the grain. It is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth. 

Moisture: excess moisture can damage a timber product – it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times. 

Light: timber changes colour when exposed to light. Light, lacquered surfaces also have a certain tendency to “yellow with age” depending on the exposure to light. The species of timber and intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Due to this we recommend that timber samples be changed regularly. 

It is advised that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed.

Foil & High Gloss Finished Doors 

Foil/Lacquer coated products are manufactured from the highest quality materials. Please be careful not to puncture the foil/melamine lacquered surface of your panels. These should be kept dry in order to prevent moisture ingress. 

Your gloss doors will come with a protective film over the front. You should remove this only after they are installed as the curing process continues for around 72 hours after the film is removed. This means the doors will be liable to scratching and other marks. You should avoid cleaning the doors for at least a few days to prevent any marks appearing on the surface. You should clean the doors with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent. 

Never use any harsh or abrasive cleaners as this may damage the gloss surface of the door. Normal cleaning and polishing may leave minor scratches on the surface of the door, which is quite natural. 

Moisture: Periodically clean the interior and exterior surfaces of the door using a soft, damp cloth. Wipe dry all surfaces after cleaning. 

Use only cleaning agents that are intended for the materials used in your kitchen. Avoid any agents that contain ammonia, alcohol, bleach or an abrasive. 

If the surface of the product is exposed to any oil based substance
(for example olive oil, butter, margarine or cooking oil), the spillage must be wiped away immediately to prevent staining. Grease marks caused by these oil-based products can easily be removed by use of a mild detergent, non-abrasive cleaner if used immediately after spillage has happened. 

Abrasive cleaners are not recommended for this type of product. Do not expose the doors or panels to a temperature in excess of 60°C (140°F) (Approximately the temperature of washing up water). 

Light: If the doors are supplied with a protective film on the face they must not be directly exposed to sunlight. Once installation is complete, carefully remove the protective film from the front of the fascia. We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed. 

Painted Doors

Cleaning: it is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth. Any form of furniture polish or other cleaning products should be avoided. 

Light: painted finishes will change colour when exposed to light – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Any colour samples and door samples provided should be used as a guide only and due to certain variables, may not provide an exact match to the finished painted product. 

We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed. 

Stained Doors

Our range of stains are protected by an application of lacquer. 

Cleaning: it is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth. 

Light: stained finishes will change colour when exposed to light – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. 

We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed. 

With the appropriate care and maintenance our kitchen doors and components are designed to provide many years of reliable service. To help keep it in the best possible condition please follow the simple guidelines below.

Moisture

Excess moisture can damage a timber product, it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times. 

Kitchen frontals are designed for domestic use. We recommend that each area / cabinet in the kitchen is maintained within domestic temperature and humidity levels. We recommend a temperature range of 16C – 24C and a relative humidity range of 40% to 60%.

Integrated Dishwasher Doors

Do not open dishwasher doors mid cycle or immediately at the end of a cycle. Excess steam can cause damage not covered by warranty”. This advice is aimed at preventing hot steam from damaging surrounding kitchen cabinets or countertops, especially with integrated dishwashers. 

General Best Practices

  • Wait Briefly (10-30 minutes): Wait a few minutes (around 10-30 is a good rule of thumb) after the cycle finishes to let the steam subside and the dishes and interior cool down. This prevents you from being burned by a rush of hot steam and reduces the risk of thermal shock to delicate glassware.
  • For Overnight: If you run the dishwasher overnight, you can leave the door slightly open in the morning to air dry completely.
  • Check Your Model: Some modern dishwashers have a feature that automatically opens the door slightly at the end of the cycle to aid drying. Always check your specific dishwasher’s manual for manufacturer-specific advice. 

Installation Advice

Pre Installation
It’s the customers responsibility to ensure that all new-builds or newly plastered rooms have been left to environmentally stabilise prior to the installation of new kitchen doors. Kitchen doors must not be installed into a damp, or moisture-rich environment as it will cause undesirable movement in the joints and panels of the door. A hygrometer should be used to assess conditions. 

To help minimise any potential damage to the kitchen whilst you are installing it, please read and adhere to the following instructions and recommendations: 

  • We would advise that you make an initial check to confirm that you have the correct quantity and sizes of fascia’s; you can do this by referring to the labels attached to the outer packaging. 
  • The fascia’s should be stored flat and away from the working area. Take extreme care when stacking the fascia’s with hinges attached to ensure that the hinges do not mark other fascia’s. Do not lean the fascia’s against one another, or against any surface without proper protection in-between. 
  • Ensure that you fully inspect each individual fascia prior to attaching the hinges. Claims for damage to the fascia will not be accepted after the hinges have been attached. 
  • Take extreme care when unpacking the fascia’s and do not use sharp blades to cut away the packaging. 
  • When attaching the hinges, place the fascia face down on a soft clean surface, ensuring that there is no grit, sawdust or other matter underneath that could damage the surface of the fascia whilst the hinges are attached. It is good practice to place a sheet of clean cardboard between the fascia and the flat surface prior to attaching the hinges. 
  • If the hinges are ‘knock-in’ type, use a rubber mallet to knock the hinges into the fascia without using excessive force. 
  • Once the hinges have been attached to a door, hang the door on the unit straight away to avoid damage. Do not stack the doors with the hinges touching other doors, as this can cause scratches or marks
    to the other fascia’s. 
  • Do not stack the doors on their ends on any hard surface; this can cause chipping and scratching along the edge of the fascia, especially on the handle edge of ranges with an integral handle. Prior to fitting, the fascia’s should be stored flat, ensuring that they are not resting on any dirt or debris that may damage or mark the finish. 
  • You should take extreme care not to put the door down with excessive force on any edge, especially the handle edge, as this will cause crushing/impact damage on these edges. 

• Take extreme care not to put the door down on any hard or rough surface such as bare concrete floors, or on any debris such as sawdust, grit or screws, as this can damage the product. 

• If the fascia’s are attached to the carcass, then you should carefully remove the fascia’s by unclipping the hinges, and storing these flat in a clean safe environment away from your working area, utilising the packing materials from the units. 

• Where cutting/scribing décor panels and trim, you must use a sharp quality saw blade of the appropriate grade for fine-cutting, or a suitable router. Small chips can appear along the cut-edge, and so extra care must be taken to minimise the risk of chipping. Using a blunt or inappropriate saw blade will produce a poor finish, and this will not be covered by the guarantee. 

• On Painted Products: Any fine chips along the cut edge should be smoothed with a fine grade sand paper prior to fitting. 

• All cut edges should be sealed against moisture ingress using a suitable water resistant sealant/adhesive prior to installation. 

• All trims are supplied in long lengths and need to be cut down on site, and again it is important that this is done using the appropriate tools. 

• When fitting the plinth, ensure that you check the dimensions of any adjacent appliances. On occasion, the plinth may need to be pulled forward to ensure that it clears the front of the appliance.

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General Door Care

Please note that after a period of time it is quite normal for the colouring of kitchen units to mellow in colour. This is not a manufacturing fault and is as a result of exposure to light. This means that any additional parts subsequently ordered for your kitchen, or supplied as replacements may not be an exact colour match. However any additional parts supplied will also mellow over time to blend with your existing units. 

The colour of doors and drawer fronts may appear mismatched in colour. This apparent mismatch is sometimes the effect of differing light conditions within your kitchen, (known as metamerism). To check your doors and fascia you should place them side by side in natural daylight for comparison. 

Cleaning advice for all door types including timber, painted,
foil & stainless steel
• Do not use wax-furniture polish, abrasive or aggressive cleaners, bleach 

or other hypochlorite (chlorine) based cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, dilutes, acetone, alcohol, solvent or similar products on the door, as this will damage the surface; additionally wax and polishes leave a residue build up that is difficult to remove. 

• Only use a 5% soap, 95% water (liquid soap) solution, wiping with a damp (not wet) cloth, finally drying with a soft clean cloth. 

• Ensure all cooking splashes are wiped immediately with a damp cloth; and dust with a soft cloth only. 

• Never use any abrasive pads or abrasive cleaners on the furniture. Spills and condensation on the fascias/panels should be cleaned and dried immediately. 

Timber & Veneered Doors

Cleaning: when cleaning timber doors you must follow the pattern of the grain. It is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth. 

Moisture: excess moisture can damage a timber product – it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times. 

Light: timber changes colour when exposed to light. Light, lacquered surfaces also have a certain tendency to “yellow with age” depending on the exposure to light. The species of timber and intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Due to this we recommend that timber samples be changed regularly. 

It is advised that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed. 

Foil & High Gloss Finished Doors 

Foil/Lacquer coated products are manufactured from the highest quality materials. Please be careful not to puncture the foil/melamine lacquered surface of your panels. These should be kept dry in order to prevent moisture ingress. 

Your gloss doors will come with a protective film over the front. You should remove this only after they are installed as the curing process continues for around 72 hours after the film is removed. This means the doors will be liable to scratching and other marks. You should avoid cleaning the doors for at least a few days to prevent any marks appearing on the surface. 

You should clean the doors with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent. Never use any harsh or abrasive cleaners as this may damage the gloss surface of the door. Normal cleaning and polishing may leave minor scratches on the surface of the door, which is quite natural. 

Moisture: Periodically clean the interior and exterior surfaces of the door using a soft, damp cloth. Wipe dry all surfaces after cleaning. 

Use only cleaning agents that are intended for the materials used in your kitchen. Avoid any agents that contain ammonia, alcohol, bleach or an abrasive. 

If the surface of the product is exposed to any oil based substance
(for example olive oil, butter, margarine or cooking oil), the spillage must be wiped away immediately to prevent staining. Grease marks caused by these oil-based products can easily be removed by use of a mild detergent, non-abrasive cleaner if used immediately after spillage has happened. 

Abrasive cleaners are not recommended for this type of product. Do not expose the doors or panels to a temperature in excess of 60°C (140°F) (Approximately the temperature of washing up water). 

Light: If the doors are supplied with a protective film on the face they must not be directly exposed to sunlight. Once installation is complete, carefully remove the protective film from the front of the fascia. We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed. 

Painted Doors

Cleaning: it is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth. Any form of furniture polish or other cleaning products should be avoided. 

Light: painted finishes will change colour when exposed to light – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Any colour samples and door samples provided should be used as a guide only and due to certain variables, may not provide an exact match to the finished painted product. 

We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed. 

Stained Doors

Our range of stains are protected by an application of lacquer. 

Cleaning: it is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth. 

Light: stained finishes will change colour when exposed to light – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. 

We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed. 

With the appropriate care and maintenance our kitchen doors and components are designed to provide many years of reliable service. To help keep it in the best possible condition please follow the simple guidelines below. 

Moisture

xcess moisture can damage a timber product, it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times. 

Kitchen frontals are designed for domestic use. We recommend that each area / cabinet in the kitchen is maintained within domestic temperature and humidity levels. We recommend a temperature range of 16C – 24C and a relative humidity range of 40% to 60%.

Integrated Dishwasher Doors

Do not open dishwasher doors mid cycle or immediately at the end of a cycle. Excess steam can cause damage not covered by warranty”. This advice is aimed at preventing hot steam from damaging surrounding kitchen cabinets or countertops, especially with integrated dishwashers. 

General Best Practices

  • Wait Briefly (10-30 minutes): Wait a few minutes (around 10-30 is a good rule of thumb) after the cycle finishes to let the steam subside and the dishes and interior cool down. This prevents you from being burned by a rush of hot steam and reduces the risk of thermal shock to delicate glassware.
  • For Overnight: If you run the dishwasher overnight, you can leave the door slightly open in the morning to air dry completely.
  • Check Your Model: Some modern dishwashers have a feature that automatically opens the door slightly at the end of the cycle to aid drying. Always check your specific dishwasher’s manual for manufacturer-specific advice. 

Installation Advice

Pre-Installation
It’s the customers responsibility to ensure that all new-builds or newly plastered rooms have been left to environmentally stabilise prior to the installation of new kitchen doors. Kitchen doors must not be installed into a damp, or moisture-rich environment as it will cause undesirable movement in the joints and panels of the door. A hygrometer should be used to assess conditions. 

To help minimise any potential damage to the kitchen whilst you are installing it, please read and adhere to the following instructions and recommendations: 

  • We would advise that you make an initial check to confirm that you have the correct quantity and sizes of fascia’s; you can do this by referring to the labels attached to the outer packaging. 
  • The fascia’s should be stored flat and away from the working area. Take extreme care when stacking the fascia’s with hinges attached to ensure that the hinges do not mark other fascia’s. Do not lean the fascia’s against one another, or against any surface without proper protection in-between. 
  • Ensure that you fully inspect each individual fascia prior to attaching the hinges. Claims for damage to the fascia will not be accepted after the hinges have been attached. 
  • Take extreme care when unpacking the fascia’s and do not use sharp blades to cut away the packaging. 
  • When attaching the hinges, place the fascia face down on a soft clean surface, ensuring that there is no grit, sawdust or other matter underneath that could damage the surface of the fascia whilst the hinges are attached. It is good practice to place a sheet of clean cardboard between the fascia and the flat surface prior to attaching the hinges. 
  • If the hinges are ‘knock-in’ type, use a rubber mallet to knock the hinges into the fascia without using excessive force. 
  • Once the hinges have been attached to a door, hang the door on the unit straight away to avoid damage. Do not stack the doors with the hinges touching other doors, as this can cause scratches or marks
    to the other fascia’s. 
  • Do not stack the doors on their ends on any hard surface; this can cause chipping and scratching along the edge of the fascia, especially on the handle edge of ranges with an integral handle. Prior to fitting, the fascia’s should be stored flat, ensuring that they are not resting on any dirt or debris that may damage or mark the finish. 
  • You should take extreme care not to put the door down with excessive force on any edge, especially the handle edge, as this will cause crushing/impact damage on these edges. 

• Take extreme care not to put the door down on any hard or rough surface such as bare concrete floors, or on any debris such as sawdust, grit or screws, as this can damage the product. 

• If the fascia’s are attached to the carcass, then you should carefully remove the fascia’s by unclipping the hinges, and storing these flat in a clean safe environment away from your working area, utilising the packing materials from the units. 

• Where cutting/scribing décor panels and trim, you must use a sharp quality saw blade of the appropriate grade for fine-cutting, or a suitable router. Small chips can appear along the cut-edge, and so extra care must be taken to minimise the risk of chipping. Using a blunt or inappropriate saw blade will produce a poor finish, and this will not be covered by the guarantee. 

• On Painted Products: Any fine chips along the cut edge should be smoothed with a fine grade sand paper prior to fitting. 

• All cut edges should be sealed against moisture ingress using a suitable water-resistant sealant/adhesive prior to installation. 

• All trims are supplied in long lengths and need to be cut down on site, and again it is important that this is done using the appropriate tools. 

• When fitting the plinth, ensure that you check the dimensions of any adjacent appliances. On occasion, the plinth may need to be pulled forward to ensure that it clears the front of the appliance. This can be achieved by fitting blocks using off-cuts to the rear of the plinth prior to attaching the plinth clips, to step the plinth forward from its normal position. 

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General Door Care

Please note that after a period of time it is quite normal for the colouring of kitchen units to mellow in colour. This is not a manufacturing fault and is as a result of exposure to light. This means that any additional parts subsequently ordered for your kitchen, or supplied as replacements may not be an exact colour match. However any additional parts supplied will also mellow over time to blend with your existing units.

The colour of doors and drawer fronts may appear mismatched in colour. This apparent mismatch is sometimes the effect of differing light conditions within your kitchen, (known as metamerism). To check your doors and fascia you should place them side by side in natural daylight for comparison.

Cleaning advice for all door types including timber, painted, foil & stainless steel
• Do not use wax-furniture polish, abrasive or aggressive cleaners, bleach

or other hypochlorite (chlorine) based cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, dilutes, acetone, alcohol, solvent or similar products on the door, as this will damage the surface; additionally wax and polishes leave a residue build up that is difficult to remove.

• Only use a 5% soap, 95% water (liquid soap) solution, wiping with a damp (not wet) cloth, finally drying with a soft clean cloth.

• Ensure all cooking splashes are wiped immediately with a damp cloth; and dust with a soft cloth only.

• Never use any abrasive pads or abrasive cleaners on the furniture. Spills and condensation on the fascias/panels should be cleaned and dried immediately.

Timber & Veneered Doors

Cleaning: when cleaning timber doors you must follow the pattern of the grain. It is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth.

Moisture: excess moisture can damage a timber product – it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times.

Light: timber changes colour when exposed to light. Light, lacquered surfaces also have a certain tendency to “yellow with age” depending on the exposure to light. The species of timber and intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Due to this we recommend that timber samples be changed regularly.

It is advised that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed.

Foil & High Gloss Finished Doors

Foil/Lacquer coated products are manufactured from the highest quality materials. Please be careful not to puncture the foil/melamine lacquered surface of your panels. These should be kept dry in order to prevent moisture ingress.

Your gloss doors will come with a protective film over the front. You should remove this only after they are installed as the curing process continues for around 72 hours after the film is removed. This means the doors will be liable to scratching and other marks. You should avoid cleaning the doors for at least a few days to prevent any marks appearing on the surface.

You should clean the doors with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent. Never use any harsh or abrasive cleaners as this may damage the gloss surface of the door. Normal cleaning and polishing may leave minor scratches on the surface of the door, which is quite natural.

Moisture: Periodically clean the interior and exterior surfaces of the door using a soft, damp cloth. Wipe dry all surfaces after cleaning.

Use only cleaning agents that are intended for the materials used in your kitchen. Avoid any agents that contain ammonia, alcohol, bleach or an abrasive.

If the surface of the product is exposed to any oil based substance
(for example olive oil, butter, margarine or cooking oil), the spillage must be wiped away immediately to prevent staining. Grease marks caused by these oil-based products can easily be removed by use of a mild detergent, non-abrasive cleaner if used immediately after spillage has happened.

Abrasive cleaners are not recommended for this type of product. Do not expose the doors or panels to a temperature in excess of 60°C (140°F) (Approximately the temperature of washing up water).

Light: If the doors are supplied with a protective film on the face they must not be directly exposed to sunlight. Once installation is complete, carefully remove the protective film from the front of the fascia. We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed.

Painted Doors

Cleaning: it is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth. Any form of furniture polish or other cleaning products should be avoided.

Light: painted finishes will change colour when exposed to light – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Any colour samples and door samples provided should be used as a guide only and due to certain variables, may not provide an exact match to the finished painted product.

We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed.

Stained Doors

Our range of stains are protected by an application of lacquer.

Cleaning: it is advisable to use a damp (not wet) cloth to remove fingerprints and marks, followed at once with a clean and dry soft cloth.

Light: stained finishes will change colour when exposed to light – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change.

We also advise that colour change is taken into consideration when replacing or fitting new doors some time after the original kitchen has been installed.

With the appropriate care and maintenance our kitchen doors and components are designed to provide many years of reliable service. To help keep it in the best possible condition please follow the simple guidelines below.

Moisture

Excess moisture can damage a timber product, it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times. 

Kitchen frontals are designed for domestic use. We recommend that each area / cabinet in the kitchen is maintained within domestic temperature and humidity levels. We recommend a temperature range of 16C – 24C and a relative humidity range of 40% to 60%.

Integrated Dishwasher Doors

Do not open dishwasher doors mid cycle or immediately at the end of a cycle. Excess steam can cause damage not covered by warranty”. This advice is aimed at preventing hot steam from damaging surrounding kitchen cabinets or countertops, especially with integrated dishwashers. 

General Best Practices

  • Wait Briefly (10-30 minutes): Wait a few minutes (around 10-30 is a good rule of thumb) after the cycle finishes to let the steam subside and the dishes and interior cool down. This prevents you from being burned by a rush of hot steam and reduces the risk of thermal shock to delicate glassware.
  • For Overnight: If you run the dishwasher overnight, you can leave the door slightly open in the morning to air dry completely.
  • Check Your Model: Some modern dishwashers have a feature that automatically opens the door slightly at the end of the cycle to aid drying. Always check your specific dishwasher’s manual for manufacturer-specific advice. 

Installation Advice

Pre Installation
It’s the customers responsibility to ensure that all new-builds or newly plastered rooms have been left to environmentally stabilise prior to the installation of new kitchen doors. Kitchen doors must not be installed into a damp, or moisture-rich environment as it will cause undesirable movement in the joints and panels of the door. A hygrometer should be used to assess conditions.

To help minimise any potential damage to the kitchen whilst you are installing it, please read and adhere to the following instructions and recommendations:

    • We would advise that you make an initial check to confirm that you have the correct quantity and sizes of fascia’s; you can do this by referring to the labels attached to the outer packaging.

    • The fascia’s should be stored flat and away from the working area. Take extreme care when stacking the fascia’s with hinges attached to ensure that the hinges do not mark other fascia’s. Do not lean the fascia’s against one another, or against any surface without proper protection in-between.

    • Ensure that you fully inspect each individual fascia prior to attaching the hinges. Claims for damage to the fascia will not be accepted after the hinges have been attached.

    • Take extreme care when unpacking the fascia’s and do not use sharp blades to cut away the packaging.

    • When attaching the hinges, place the fascia face down on a soft clean surface, ensuring that there is no grit, sawdust or other matter underneath that could damage the surface of the fascia whilst the hinges are attached. It is good practice to place a sheet of clean cardboard between the fascia and the flat surface prior to attaching the hinges.

    • If the hinges are ‘knock-in’ type, use a rubber mallet to knock the hinges into the fascia without using excessive force.

    • Once the hinges have been attached to a door, hang the door on the unit straight away to avoid damage. Do not stack the doors with the hinges touching other doors, as this can cause scratches or marks
      to the other fascia’s.

    • Do not stack the doors on their ends on any hard surface; this can cause chipping and scratching along the edge of the fascia, especially on the handle edge of ranges with an integral handle. Prior to fitting, the fascia’s should be stored flat, ensuring that they are not resting on any dirt or debris that may damage or mark the finish.

    • You should take extreme care not to put the door down with excessive force on any edge, especially the handle edge, as this will cause crushing/impact damage on these edges.

• Take extreme care not to put the door down on any hard or rough surface such as bare concrete floors, or on any debris such as sawdust, grit or screws, as this can damage the product.

• If the fascia’s are attached to the carcass, then you should carefully remove the fascia’s by unclipping the hinges, and storing these flat in a clean safe environment away from your working area, utilising the packing materials from the units.

• Where cutting/scribing décor panels and trim, you must use a sharp quality saw blade of the appropriate grade for fine-cutting, or a suitable router. Small chips can appear along the cut-edge, and so extra care must be taken to minimise the risk of chipping. Using a blunt or inappropriate saw blade will produce a poor finish, and this will not be covered by the guarantee.

• On Painted Products: Any fine chips along the cut edge should be smoothed with a fine grade sand paper prior to fitting.

• All cut edges should be sealed against moisture ingress using a suitable water resistant sealant/adhesive prior to installation.

• All trims are supplied in long lengths and need to be cut down on site, and again it is important that this is done using the appropriate tools.

• When fitting the plinth, ensure that you check the dimensions of any adjacent appliances. On occasion, the plinth may need to be pulled forward to ensure that it clears the front of the appliance.

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Pre-Installation Recommendations

It’s the customers responsibility to ensure that all new-builds or newly plastered rooms have been left to environmentally stabilise prior to the installation of new kitchen doors. Kitchen doors must not be installed into a damp or moisture-rich environment as it will cause undesirable movement in the joints and panels of the door.

Light

Timber changes colour when it is exposed to light. The species of timber and intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. Due to this we recommend that timber samples displayed in showrooms be changed regularly. It is advised that colour change is also taken into consideration when fitting new or replacement doors to an existing kitchen some time after the original kitchen was installed. 

Cleaning

  • do not use wax-furniture polish, abrasive or aggressive cleaners, bleach or other hypochlorite (chlorine) based cleaners, multipurpose cleaners, dilutes, acetone, alcohol, solvent or similar products on any door, as this will damage the surface; 
  • only use a 5% soap, 95% water (liquid soap) solution, wiping with a damp (not wet) cloth, finally drying with a soft clean cloth only. 
  • ensure all cooking splashes are wiped immediately with a damp cloth; 
  • dust with a soft cloth only.

Moisture

Excess moisture can damage a timber product, it is recommended that susceptible areas such as around the sink are thoroughly maintained and kept dry at all times. 

Kitchen frontals are designed for domestic use. We recommend that each area / cabinet in the kitchen is maintained within domestic temperature and humidity levels. We recommend a temperature range of 16C – 24C and a relative humidity range of 40% to 60%.

Integrated Dishwasher Doors

Do not open dishwasher doors mid cycle or immediately at the end of a cycle. Excess steam can cause damage not covered by warranty”. This advice is aimed at preventing hot steam from damaging surrounding kitchen cabinets or countertops, especially with integrated dishwashers. 

General Best Practices

  • Wait Briefly (10-30 minutes): Wait a few minutes (around 10-30 is a good rule of thumb) after the cycle finishes to let the steam subside and the dishes and interior cool down. This prevents you from being burned by a rush of hot steam and reduces the risk of thermal shock to delicate glassware.
  • For Overnight: If you run the dishwasher overnight, you can leave the door slightly open in the morning to air dry completely.
  • Check Your Model: Some modern dishwashers have a feature that automatically opens the door slightly at the end of the cycle to aid drying. Always check your specific dishwasher’s manual for manufacturer-specific advice. 

Installation Advice

Pre Installation
It’s the customers responsibility to ensure that all new-builds or newly plastered rooms have been left to environmentally stabilise prior to the installation of new kitchen doors. Kitchen doors must not be installed into a damp, or moisture-rich environment as it will cause undesirable movement in the joints and panels of the door. A hygrometer should be used to assess conditions. 

To help minimise any potential damage to the kitchen whilst you are installing it, please read and adhere to the following instructions and recommendations: 

  • We would advise that you make an initial check to confirm that you have the correct quantity and sizes of fascia’s; you can do this by referring to the labels attached to the outer packaging. 
  • The fascia’s should be stored flat and away from the working area. Take extreme care when stacking the fascia’s with hinges attached to ensure that the hinges do not mark other fascia’s. Do not lean the fascia’s against one another, or against any surface without proper protection in-between. 
  • Ensure that you fully inspect each individual fascia prior to attaching the hinges. Claims for damage to the fascia will not be accepted after the hinges have been attached. 
  • Take extreme care when unpacking the fascia’s and do not use sharp blades to cut away the packaging. 
  • When attaching the hinges, place the fascia face down on a soft clean surface, ensuring that there is no grit, sawdust or other matter underneath that could damage the surface of the fascia whilst the hinges are attached. It is good practice to place a sheet of clean cardboard between the fascia and the flat surface prior to attaching the hinges. 
  • If the hinges are ‘knock-in’ type, use a rubber mallet to knock the hinges into the fascia without using excessive force. 
  • Once the hinges have been attached to a door, hang the door on the unit straight away to avoid damage. Do not stack the doors with the hinges touching other doors, as this can cause scratches or marks
    to the other fascia’s. 
  • Do not stack the doors on their ends on any hard surface; this can cause chipping and scratching along the edge of the fascia, especially on the handle edge of ranges with an integral handle. Prior to fitting, the fascia’s should be stored flat, ensuring that they are not resting on any dirt or debris that may damage or mark the finish. 
  • You should take extreme care not to put the door down with excessive force on any edge, especially the handle edge, as this will cause crushing/impact damage on these edges. 

• Take extreme care not to put the door down on any hard or rough surface such as bare concrete floors, or on any debris such as sawdust, grit or screws, as this can damage the product. 

• If the fascia’s are attached to the carcass, then you should carefully remove the fascia’s by unclipping the hinges, and storing these flat in a clean safe environment away from your working area, utilising the packing materials from the units. 

• Where cutting/scribing décor panels and trim, you must use a sharp quality saw blade of the appropriate grade for fine-cutting, or a suitable router. Small chips can appear along the cut-edge, and so extra care must be taken to minimise the risk of chipping. Using a blunt or inappropriate saw blade will produce a poor finish, and this will not be covered by the guarantee. 

• On Painted Products: Any fine chips along the cut edge should be smoothed with a fine grade sand paper prior to fitting. 

• All cut edges should be sealed against moisture ingress using a suitable water resistant sealant/adhesive prior to installation. 

• All trims are supplied in long lengths and need to be cut down on site, and again it is important that this is done using the appropriate tools. 

• When fitting the plinth, ensure that you check the dimensions of any adjacent appliances. On occasion, the plinth may need to be pulled forward to ensure that it clears the front of the appliance.

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