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Thanks @absurdbird & @plantasia, eally helpful info. We're assessing where we stand on the DIY optimism/realism scale :)
Thanks @absurdbird & @plantasia, eally helpful info. We're assessing where we stand on the DIY optimism/realism scale :)
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brokenbetty
Pretty much, yes.
You can pack out your opening to 450ish, then as you’re using a custom panel/door cut this wider to cover the packing to maintain your razor sharp 3mm door gaps 😉
I’ve fitted a lot of integrated DWs -the more expensive ones have better and more adjustment for height and level - but they’re all basically the same to fit.
Top tip: when you’re adjusting the rear feet -this is almost always done from the front with a screwdriver- unweight the appliance so the mechanism isn’t under strain, they’re easy to break. Check that there’s enough adjustment to match the height of your existing doors/countertop- you may need to build up the floor (you can use strips front to back - the DW will need to be pulled out for servicing etc, or a full-size panel).
Be prepared to refit the door so it matches gaps elsewhere (use/drill just a couple of screws to hold it on while first fitting)
I have a cheap Beko integrated DW in my kitchen- it’s been brilliant.