Measure every wall at three heights, use the smallest, and record services before drawing. Check corners with a 3-4-5 triangle and note the ceiling at each corner. Most measuring errors come from using the average instead of the smallest, or from measuring the bare wall instead of the finished face.
Measure each wall at top, middle and bottom; use the smallest.
Check corners with a 3-4-5 triangle.
Record five services: sockets, water, waste, gas, extract.
Measure again after the old kitchen is removed.
Sketch, photograph and dimension each wall.
1. Tools and preparation
You need a tape long enough for the room, a spirit level, a pencil, a notebook and a camera. Clear the room if possible; measuring around an old kitchen hides the wall and the services. Two visits are better than one: the first with the old kitchen, the second after removal.
2. Measuring walls
Measure each wall at three heights: near the floor, at counter height and near the ceiling. Use the smallest. A wall that bows 10 mm over three metres will change the filler and may change the cabinet width. Record every dimension on a sketch, not just in a list.
3. Corners and square
Use a 3-4-5 triangle to check each corner. Measure 300 mm along one wall and 400 mm along the other; if the diagonal is 500 mm, the corner is square. If not, the difference tells you how much filler or scribe the corner needs. The clearances guide covers the door swing implications.
4. الخدمات
| الخدمة | القيد | لماذا |
|---|---|---|
| مآخذ | Height and offset | Cabinet cannot cover a misplaced socket |
| مياه | Height and offset | Sink position depends on it |
| نفاية | Height and offset | Fall and trap position |
| غاز | Height and offset | Hob position and ventilation |
| مقتطف | Duct route | Hood position |
Record the service, its height and its offset from the nearest corner. A service that is 50 mm off can be the difference between a cabinet and a filler.
5. Ceiling and height
Measure the ceiling at each corner, not just the centre. Ceilings slope and bulkheads vary. A 20 mm difference across a room changes the tall cabinet height and the scribe at the top. Record the lowest point, because that is what the cabinet must fit under.
6. الأجهزة
Record the make and model of every appliance, and its dimensions including hoses and ventilation. A fridge that needs 20 mm at the back changes the cabinet depth; an oven that needs a 600 mm opening cannot go into a 580 mm gap. The shop drawing guide covers how the appliance data moves onto the drawing.
7. Recording the measurement
Sketch each wall, write the dimensions on the sketch, photograph the wall and note the services. A sketch with dimensions is better than a list of numbers, because it shows the reference point. Keep the photos with the sketch, so the factory can see what you saw.
8. A measurement checklist
| تحقق | تم. |
|---|---|
| Each wall measured at three heights | نعم لا |
| Corners checked with 3-4-5 | نعم لا |
| Five services recorded | نعم لا |
| Ceiling measured at each corner | نعم لا |
| Appliance models recorded | نعم لا |
| Sketch, dimensions and photos filed | نعم لا |
If any row is No, the measurement is not ready for drawing. The dimensions guide covers what the numbers should be.
9. قائمة مراجعة قبل الالتزام
قبل التوقيع، تأكد من ستة أمور: جودة اللوحة، طراز الجهاز، نظام التشطيب، معيار التعبئة، نطاق الفحص، وجدول الدفع. يجب توثيق كل منها كتابيًا، وليس عبر مكالمة هاتفية. تُحوّل قائمة التحقق من عرض الأسعار هذه الأمور الستة إلى مقارنة موجزة في صفحة واحدة.
10. الأخطاء الشائعة
الخطأ الأكثر شيوعًا هو مقارنة سعر المصنع بالتكلفة النهائية بعد الشحن. ثانيًا، إغفال تكلفة الفحص في الميزانية. ثالثًا، دفع المبلغ المتبقي قبل الموافقة على الفحص. يمكن تجنب كل هذه الأخطاء بتحديد نطاق العمل كتابيًا وإجراء فحص ما قبل الشحن.
11. كيفية قياس الغرفة
قِس كل جدار عند ثلاث نقاط: الأعلى، والوسط، والأسفل، واستخدم أصغر قياس. نادرًا ما تكون الجدران مربعة تمامًا، وانحناء بمقدار ١٠ ملم على امتداد ثلاثة أمتار يُغيّر نوع الحشو. قِس السقف عند كل زاوية، وسجّل مواقع المقابس الكهربائية، والمشعات، وأنابيب الصرف الصحي قبل الرسم. يوفر المسح الدقيق وقتًا أطول من الرسم السريع، ويحتوي دليل القياس على ورقة قابلة للطباعة.
الأسئلة المتكررة
Where should I measure a wall?
At the top, middle and bottom, then use the smallest. Walls bow, and a 10 mm bow over three metres changes the filler and the cabinet width.
How do I check a corner is square?
Use a 3-4-5 triangle: measure 300 mm along one wall and 400 mm along the other; the diagonal should be 500 mm. If it is not, the corner is out of square.
What services should I record?
Sockets, water supply, waste, gas and extract. Mark their height and offset from a corner, because a cabinet cannot cover a service that is in the wrong place.
Should I measure with the old kitchen in place?
Yes, if possible, and again after removal. The old kitchen hides the wall and the services, so the second measurement is the one that matters.
How do I record the measurement?
Sketch each wall with dimensions, photograph it, and note the ceiling height at each corner. A measured sketch beats a set of numbers with no reference.
Can I measure from a photo?
No. A photo helps record condition and services, but dimensions must come from a tape. Photo-based estimates are a common source of error.
