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How to measure for a sideboard
Good measurements help furniture look deliberate and properly at home.
Measure the real space
Measure the available width at the floor, at the planned top height and around the widest obstruction. Walls and skirting boards may not be perfectly straight. Check depth from the wall to the furthest point the furniture can project without interrupting movement.
Mark nearby doors, radiators, sockets and switches. Check the intended height against window sills, artwork and other furniture.
Leave room to use it
Allow space for cupboard doors to swing and drawers to extend. Consider walking routes around a dining table or through a hallway. A cabinet can physically fit and still be awkward to live with.
Do not assume a nominal gap is enough for fitting. Floors, walls and manufactured parts all have tolerances. Confirm the installation allowance and any wall-fixing requirements before ordering.
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