Preparing for Installation
A smooth installation starts with the right preparation. Before your kitchen is installed, ensure the space is cleared, clean, and ready for assembly. Electrical and plumbing connections should be in place and approved by a specialist, with power outlets and water inlets positioned according to the kitchen plan. Walls must be load-bearing and stable, and floors should be level to accommodate cabinetry and appliances.
Any ventilation systems should be pre-arranged. Please note that delivery and installation happen separately, so all elements, including appliances, should be on-site before installation begins.
On the day(s) of installation, you or a representative should be present to welcome the fitters and eventually confirm the final handover.
Details about Installation
Once a delivery date has been confirmed with our logistics partner, a corresponding installation date will be scheduled. Generally, installation is arranged within three weeks of delivery. Delivery and installation do not take place on the same day. The installation date will only be confirmed once all essential components, such as appliances, have arrived. If a customer requests a split or partial installation, any additional costs incurred will be their responsibility. Installation work begins at 08:00 at the earliest and ends at 20:00 at the latest.
On the agreed installation date, all prior work required for the installation of your kitchen or furniture shall be completed. There must be adequate space for assembly. Walls designated for wall-mounted units must be load-bearing, dry, and at least 12 cm thick. The Reform-appointed craftsman will assess on-site conditions to determine whether installation can proceed as planned.
For kitchen islands and counters, a single-line island must be anchored to the floor. If drilling is not possible, it must be secured using adhesive. Two-row islands should also be fixed to the floor for stability.
Information about Sanitary & Electrical Work
All water, electrical, and extractor hood connections must be pre-installed and approved by a specialist before installation. If these connections were not in place at the time of measurement, Reform does not guarantee compatibility with the planned setup. Water inlet and outlet connections for the sink, dishwasher, and tap must be located within the designated cabinet and remain easily accessible. Connections cannot be positioned directly behind the dishwasher. Reform only connects to standardized, technically flawless drains and angle valves. Partial work on connections is not performed, as a final leak test is required.
Information about Appliances
Each appliance must have its own accessible socket. Ovens and dishwashers require a dedicated circuit. If a splitter box is needed, it can be purchased on the installation day and will be invoiced separately. Dishwashers must meet Reform’s compatibility requirements, particularly concerning sliding hinges. The latest specifications can be found in the Help Centre at Reform's website. Reform reserves the right to refuse installation if a dishwasher does not meet these requirements.
Gas hob connections are not included in Reform’s installation service, nor does Reform install used appliances or fittings from third-party suppliers.
For exhaust systems, any connection to a chimney shaft must be shut down, and approval from a certified chimney sweeper is required. If a fireplace relies on room air while an extractor hood is in use, the Firing Ordinance (FeuVO) must be observed, ensuring proper ventilation through a window contact switch or exhaust air supply wall box. The customer must also ensure that any available wall box or roof duct is adapted to fit the new exhaust system.
Reform does not guarantee the compatibility of third-party appliances or other products with its kitchens. If a kitchen plan is created without an official room measurement—contrary to Reform’s recommendation—or if fixed furniture obstructs a full assessment of the space, Reform assumes no liability for inaccuracies in the room dimensions or the resulting fit of the kitchen elements. Likewise, if structural changes are made after a room measurement arranged by Reform, any discrepancies in fit will not be Reform’s responsibility.