How To Measure Cornice, Plinths & Pelmets

A simple step by step guide on how to accurately measure your existing kitchen cornice, plinths & pelmets to ensure you order the right size for your replacement kitchen

Cornice: The decorative trim at the very top of your units, this comes in all different shapes and sizes such as a traditional curve or as simple as a thin bit of plinth laid flat. This is a kitchen accessory that is used to finish the look of the kitchen. In other words it is the cherry on top. 

Plinth: A plinth is also known as a kickboard, it is the panel which goes underneath your kitchen doors/ units which cover the legs and stops things from getting lost underneath. 

Pelmet: These are similar to cornice but for the underside of wall cabinets. Multi-rail is often used for this or a plinth laid flat to give a thin trim to finish off the look.

Step 1: Take your measuring tape and measure the accessory you wish to replace/add - Measure in millimetres

Step 2: Note down the length of each run

Step 3: Add up the sizes you have written down and add 20% for allowance

Step 4: Divide by the size of our plinth in the range you wish (2745mm/2540mm)

• Always note down the measurement after taking it
• Double check your measurements - As the saying goes, measure twice cut once