How to look after your Milestone Kitchen?

Polishing your kitchen with successive applications of wax polish is advisable because it gives a layer of protection against moisture, oily deposits, scratches and cracks. Polishing helps to clean away dirt and surface smudges. Polish can also soften and blend in any marks over time and give your kitchen a soft natural glow. The degree […]

What can I do if my corner unit will not fit through my door?

We can make your unit with detachable feet. The unit should then fit in sideways. You can put the feet on when the unit is inside the kitchen. The detachable feet are 130mm high. You can get your tops sent separately and then install the tops inside the kitchen once the Corner Unit has fit […]

Will any of the units require additional work?

Units with basins will require plumbing and some might need basic electrical work, but most are free to move as you wish. Wall units will need to be attached to the wall in much the same way as a framed picture is. This is the way kitchens used to be, back in the day. Wooden […]

How do I install my Milestone Kitchen?

You do not need to install your Milestone Kitchen. The people delivering your kitchen units should place the floor units where you want them. The floor units, when ordered on legs, are made with adjustable feet so that uneven floors can be accommodated. Plug in the stove and fridge. Either call a plumber to connect […]

How can I seal my wooden tops?

We supply most of our tops unsealed because the factory is dusty and there is a risk of dust getting into the sealer. If your tops are Black Vein or Blonde they are already sealed with a clear sealer as this is part of the finish. Sealing your wooden tops is done in your own […]

What runners & hinges do you use?

Runners We use galvanised telescopic runners with soft-close ball bearings that can take 45kgs of weight. Hinges We use galvanised concealed hinges. They are counter sunk and adjustable and guaranteed for 40 000 openings. Our runners and hinges are not automatic soft- close, but we can quote for these.

What do the inside of the units look like?

Below are a few examples showing the insides of units: Note that, the usable space of the top cutlery drawer is less than the other drawers because there is a  60mm height rim inside the unit. The top cutlery drawer only fits cutlery. Grocery Cupboard Drawers Bin Drawer Cutlery Server Butler Sink Unit

What wood do you use?

About 80% of our units are made out of solid SA pine. We use SupaWood in structural places where warping could be a problem, such as the door frames on the larger pieces. We also use SupaWood for the shelves and the inside of the drawers. In the case of the French Flair range the […]

Do you have a guarantee?

It is highly unlikely that this would ever happen but if for any reason you are not satisfied with your Milestone Kitchen, you may return it within 30 days in the same condition that you received it, for an exchange or full refund, less shipping and handling. Please return your purchase to the Milestone Factory […]

Can I get doors and drawer fronts only?

Yes, you can. For those of you who would like to give their kitchen a Milestone face lift with minimal cost, all you need to do is replace your doors and drawer fronts. We will make them for you in any of our ranges and attach the hinges and handles for you. Send us your […]