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Kitchen Panel and Appliance Trim Replacement Guide

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01/10/25, 16:19

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Kitchen Panel and Appliance Trim Replacement Guide


Scope of Works

  • Survey & measure‑up – confirm filler‑panel widths, appliance clearances and finish type.

  • Remove existing plinths, décor ends and trims without damaging adjacent cabinets or flooring.

  • Cut, scribe & edge new panels/trims (laminate, foil‑wrap, MDF or metal) for a seamless join.

  • Secure panels with concealed screws or adhesive blocks; re‑fit corner posts and plinth clips.

  • Align integrated‑appliance fascia trim to door reveals; adjust hinges/sliders.

  • Seal & finish with colour‑matched caulk; touch‑up silicone around floor edges.

  • Dispose of old panels via skip or waste carrier and leave the kitchen dust‑free.


Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

Charge type

Low £

High £

Notes

Call‑out / minimum

80

150

Typical first‑hour charge for kitchen/appliance fitters Checkatrade

Labour per hour

30

45

Kitchen‑fitter hourly range 2025 Hamuch

Materials

40

180

Décor end panels £43‑£135; trim kits £15‑£30 WickesB&Q

Disposal

125

320

6‑8 yd builder‑skip hire (1 week) Checkatrade

Extras (cabinet mods)

120

250

Cutting new housing or filler carcass sections Checkatrade

TOTAL (most jobs come in here)

200

500

2‑4 panels plus one appliance trim


Time on Site

  • Typical: 2 – 4 hours for up to 4 panels and one integrated appliance.

  • Half day+: complex scribing on out‑of‑square walls, heavy stone plinths, or awkward access.

  • Full day: multiple appliance fascia trims, bespoke colour‑matched spraying, or additional cabinet modifications.


Questions to Ask Your Trade

  1. Which panel material and finish have you allowed for (foil‑wrap, painted MDF, solid wood)?

  2. Will you template first or cut on site, and how will edges be sealed against moisture?

  3. Is alignment with existing doors and plinth vents included in the quote?

  4. Who reconnects or levels integrated appliances after trim is fitted?

  5. What warranty covers delamination, joint movement or colour‑match fading?

  6. How will off‑cuts and old panels be disposed of, and is skip hire included?

  7. Do you carry public‑liability insurance covering cabinets, worktops and flooring?


How to Avoid Surprises

  • Clear access & parking for long panels; protect doorways and quartz worktops.

  • Empty base‑unit contents so fixings are reachable without extra labour.

  • Confirm colour batch codes if ordering replacement panels months after the original kitchen.

  • Ask for moisture‑resistant edging on panels near dishwashers or sinks.

  • Check flooring height – new thicker plinths may jam dishwasher doors.

  • Plan waste route: book skip permits early or arrange council collection for bulky MDF.

All price ranges are rounded 2025 GBP figures and already include 20 % VAT.



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