The following are treatments that can be applied to the bottom of to-the-floor components.
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Cap
Bottom caps are long shelves that attach to the bottom of a component, or multiple components, to add extra support or be purely cosmetic. They are often added to upper cabinets (an alternative to a valance, especially if designing with lighting) or under garage cabinets as support for the legs.
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Go to the heading for Bottom Cap in the Properties [Component] menu. As with countertops, it is always recommended to select On Auto-Join versus “On” to create a seamless cap.
Users can then change the Finish(scroll down for thicker materials), the Side Overhangs, Front Overhang, or Extend Left/Right much like a countertop would.
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Apply these changes to the wall, or the entire room using theApply properties to..options.
To remove bottom caps, change the Bottom Cap drop down back to “Off”. Apply to other components as needed.
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To change the kickplate height, edit the value under Bottom Offset (Spaces). Common kickplate heights are 2.5” (2 spaces) and 3.75” (3 spaces). The Front Offset determines the kickplate recess from the front. Users can also change the Finish if preferring something contrasting to the main (default) finish.
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Users can add scribe by checking the box, if needed. The Kickplate Style can be selected between “continuous” and “standard”:
Note that scribe has been removed to make the kickplate easier to see.
A CONTINUOUS kickplate means that the partitions will be notched back in the front, allowing the kickplate to be a long piece of material that spans several components. | A STANDARD kickplate means that it will fall between each partition, so there are separate pieces of material for each component. |
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Users have the option to select the Profile (style) of molding as well as the Finish. Oversize means that it will be ordered taller so it can be cut to proper size. There is also the option to remove Scribe (and edit scribe finish). It defaults with Scribe turned on to help fill gaps to the floor.
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The molding will appear at the bottom of the components as a part or object with hatch (diagonal) lines. It will automatically wrap around the outside of partitions if there is space.
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To remove baseboard, change the Bottom Treatment drop down back to another option, or to “None”. Apply to other components as needed.
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Users can substitute a ladder base instead of kickplates in a design. Ladder bases are constructed differently than a kickplate (which are placed between partitions). A ladder base is a separate platform that partitions and bottom shelves sit on top of, creating a completely different aesthetic.
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Left click the Treatment Type drop down tab and select Ladder Base, and apply it to other components as needed. Like kickplates, users can adjust the Front Offset and the Bottom Offset.
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To remove a ladder base, change the Bottom Treatment drop down back to another option, or to “None”. Apply to other components as needed.
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Adjust the height of leveler legs by changing the values in the Bottom Offset field. Most locations require a minimum of 3-4 spaces (3.75” to 5”) height for the leveler legs. Users can also change the Finish if applicable.
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To remove garage legs, change the Bottom Treatment drop down back to another option, or to “None”. Apply to other components as needed.
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If wanting to raise the bottom shelf higher, go to the Construction heading of component properties and change the number in the field. As this fixed shelf provides structure, it must remain somewhere near the bottom. Cleats or other support pieces may also be needed. Check with a plan reviewer or manager for more specific information.
This is a popular design element in pantries or closets, where clients may need the structural integrity of a floor mounted system but want to store some items on the floor.
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