FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What to expect?
After initial inquiry, our owner will personally meet with you to measure your space and discuss your project. Ultimately, the design decisions are based on what you and your designer want – but he will give his suggestions and lend expertise based on past projects.
Final plans are based off of the architects initial measurements and subject to change based on homeowner and architect final design decisions. We wont begin to build the cabinetry until we have finalized measurements from the architect and have personally measured on-site to verify measurements.
What is the lead time?
All of our projects are measured down to 1/16th of an inch and custom built to fit your space perfectly.
Kitchen 8-12 weeks from first payment and signed contract
Bathrooms: 4-6 weeks from first payment and signed contract
Full house project: 12-16 weeks from first payment and signed contract
Can we take a tour of your shop to cabinet sizes, styles & stains?
Yes! We are happy to help you make your ideal cabinet decisions.
This is by appointment only – no walk ins.
To schedule an appointment, please call, text, or email. Response time is faster via text or email. Phone: 510-962-2540. Email: branden@b3carpentry.com
How do i adjust a cabinet drawer or pull-out?
We use blum movento runners on all pullouts and drawers. They are the highest rated runners available and some of the most sought after runners on the market. Standard runners are rated for up to 125 lbs. Heavy duty runners are rated for 175 lbs. and are included on all drawers over three feet wide. Click here to see a video showing how to adjust.
Is a warranty included?
Yes! We offer a lifetime warranty on ….
How do I adjust a door?
You will need a #2 phillips head screwdriver to make adjustments. Adjustments can be made up to 1/4 inch in variance. When using the salice hinges, there are three ways to adjust the hinge.
1: Up-and-down
2: In-and-out
3: Side-to-side
For a detailed example with photos and video showing how to adjust each, click here.
Should we have the floors installed prior to cabinets?
Ideally, no. Unless it is a furniture piece where the base is completely finished.
How to install and adjust push-pop drawers?
For a detailed example with photos and video showing how to adjust each, click here.
How do i adjust the height of my pull outs in the pantry?
For a detailed example with photos and video showing how to adjust each, click here.
How do i adjust a soft-close runner?
On a soft close drawer runner for a full face or standard overlay, there are three adjustments:
1: Up-and down (can adjust for either front or rear runner)
2: Front-and-back (only applicable with a flush-inset adaptor clip)
3: Side-to-side
For a detailed example with photos and video showing how to adjust each, click here.