What are leveling plates? Will I need them?

Leveling plates are wood plates used to level the bottom of your cabinet with the cabinet front lip, so the slideout shelf can be properly installed to roll out above cabinet front lip. In most cabinets, the front lip is less than 1/4 inch higher than the base of the cabinet, if that’s the case in your cabinet then yes you will need leveling plates. See How-To Measure video for more info. Leveling plates will be included in any bottom slideout purchase.

What is half shelf wood? Do I need them?

Wood used to support the front mounting brackets of a slideout shelf. Slideout shelves are bottom mounted and rest on a shelf for structural support. Most cabinets don’t have full shelves, rather they only have a tiny half shelf in the middle/upper region of your base cabinet, if that’s the case you will need to purchase half shelf wood. You will need half shelf wood if you are installing a slideout shelf in the middle to upper region of your base cabinet and you’re cabinet doesn’t come with full shelves. Please refer to our Install Instructions when preparing to build your support shelf because you will head to your local hardware store to purchase wood and then you will use your handsaw or table saw to cut to spec on site.

What is the cabinet front lip?

The front lip of your cabinet is generally the same color as your cabinet doors and is the framing material the doors close on. In most cabinets, the front lip is less than 1/4 or .25 inch higher than the base of the cabinet.

What are hinges? How do I measure around them?

A hinge is the hardware holding the door to the cabinet, that helps it to open and close. You want to measure between hinges to ensure your bottom slideout shelf is able to fully extend out of the cabinet. If you fail to measure between hinges, you run the risk of your slideout shelf being slightly larger than what will fit/roll out of your cabinet. Measure the width between left and right hinge for proper slideout width.

What is a Stile?

A Stile is the piece of wood between two cabinet doors that the doors close on. Generally in the larger cabinet sizes.

Do you ship Self-Install Kits nationwide?

We ship anywhere in the United States =)

How do I measure around an obstruction?

An obstruction can include, but is not limited to: plumbing, pipes, electrical, protruding outlets, etc. To measure around an obstruction simply measure the depth of your cabinet up to the obstruction. If the obstruction is on the side of your interior cabinet, then measure the width of the cabinet from one side to the start of the obstruction (ensure measurement clears hinge).

How will I receive my DIY Kit?

Our DIY slideout shelf kits will ship via multiple carriers depending on which carrier provides the most competitive rates at that time. Each slideout shelf kit will be packed individually, with either one or two slideouts per package. So depending on your order size, you may receive several packages =)

Will my DIY Slideout Shelves arrive fully assembled?

Yes. DIY Slideout Shelves will arrive fully assembled with railings and brackets attached. Your kit will include screws required. Leveling plates will be included for all bottom slideout shelves, which customer will have noted in their order. L Brackets will be included for all upper slideout shelves, which customer will have noted in their order, in case customer needs to reinforce their existing half shelf.

What tools are needed for Self-Install Kits?

You will need a power drill and your measurements log sheet (which you placed the order with). If installing a slideout shelf in your middle/upper region of base cabinet with half shelf wood then you will also need a table saw or hand saw with a blade of ¾ or .75 to cut your half shelf wood to size on site in addition to a speed square ruler and a level.. We also generally recommend a kneeling pad 😉

Are the Self-Install Slideout Shelves the same Slideout Shelves you install in your service areas?

Yes, absolutely. There is no difference in product. We stand by the quality of The Shelf King slideout shelf!

Is it possible to install slideout shelves in my pantry or linen closet?

Absolutely! Check out our Pantry page for some inspiration.

After I place my order, how long until my order ships?

We will make every effort to fulfill all orders within 30 business days, if not sooner!

How can I ensure my measurements are accurate before submitting my order?

Make sure to watch our Measuring Tutorial and Install Tutorial. Make sure to following our Measurements Log Instructions and reduce your width measurement by 1 ¼” to accommodate space for the railings, for example if your cabinet width is 30” then you’d submit a width measurements of 28 ¾”. We recommend measuring down to the nearest 1/8” for the best fit.

How much is shipping?

$15 per slideout shelf

What is the Return Policy for online orders?

Our DIY slideout shelves are custom and produced to your exact specs. We do not accept returns or exchanges unless the item you purchased is defective or damaged during shipment.

What is your Refund Policy?

Custom DIY Slideout Shelf kits are non-refundable unless the item purchased is defective/damaged during shipment. Refunds do not include any shipping and handling charges shown on the packaging slip or invoice. Shipping charges for all returns must be prepaid and insured by you.

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