Gap Between Dishwasher And Countertop

Help keep your kitchen counters clean.

Gap between dishwasher and countertop. Fasten an l bracket in the gap using a screwdriver and wood screws. There should be leveling feet on all four corners of the dishwasher. The bottom plate in the front will then hide the added height. That s why i suggested a 1 2 plywood and nothing thicker.

Remove the dishwasher and place the bracket 1 inch down from the bottom of the counter with one end of the l bracket against the. Step 2 purchase filler strips at a home improvement store that are wide enough to cover the space. If they fit place a 5 8 inch screws in the pilot holes on the end of the clips and use a screwdriver to drive them into the bottom of the countertop to secure the dishwasher. Turning them raises the dish washer.

Or if you know the countertop manufacturer you might call them and see if they make a color match product you can use. First there are adjustments on the bottom of the dishwasher feet usually. Make sure the dishwasher is centered between the two cabinets. Match the length of the tube to the depth of your counter and use shears or scissors to make the cut.

Cut off excess tubing with a pair of shears. Measure the space on each side between the dishwasher edges and the cabinets. These counter gap covers can be placed between counters and an oven stovetop or between counters where there is a small gap. If the clips are too.

The tubing can be removed and cleaned in a sink of soapy water. Simply adjust them downward thus raising the dishwasher upwards. After making the cut use your finger to push any excess tube into the gap until it is level with the countertop. With these covers one can prevent crumbs food particles or liquids from falling into hard to reach places.

This is not unusual. Many dishwashers have 1 2 3 4 gap or clearance to the counter top.