CKD CKD Cabinetry & Storage Design

Question 1

What is the standard base cabinet height used in most U.S. kitchen designs before the countertop is installed?

Accepted Answer

34.5 inches

Answer

30 inches

Answer

36 inches

Answer

32 inches

Question 2

Which cabinet construction type uses a frame across the front of the cabinet box to which doors and drawers are attached?

Accepted Answer

Face-frame construction

Answer

Frameless (European)

Answer

Inset construction

Answer

Full-overlay construction

Question 3

In frameless (European-style) cabinetry, door hinges are typically mounted using what type of hinge?

Accepted Answer

Concealed cup hinge

Answer

Butt hinge

Answer

Piano hinge

Answer

Strap hinge

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum distance between the bottom of upper wall cabinets and the countertop surface in a standard U.S. kitchen?

Accepted Answer

18 inches

Answer

12 inches

Answer

15 inches

Answer

24 inches

Question 5

A 'lazy Susan' cabinet accessory is best used to improve storage accessibility in which location?

Accepted Answer

Corner base cabinet

Answer

Base peninsula end

Answer

Tall pantry cabinet

Answer

Upper cabinet above refrigerator

Question 6

What does the term 'full overlay' mean in cabinet door terminology?

Accepted Answer

The door covers the entire face frame, leaving minimal gap between doors

Answer

The door is set inside the cabinet frame flush with the face

Answer

The door covers only half the face frame

Answer

The door is hinged on the outside of the cabinet box