Installing a flat-pack medicine cabinet is a sequence of three projects: assembling a square cabinet body, preparing a wall that can safely support it, and aligning the mirror doors after the cabinet is in its final position. Treating those as separate stages makes the work more predictable and protects the most fragile component: the mirror.
| Category | Typical items | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Assembly surface | Clean moving blankets, foam sheets or a large covered table | Prevents scratches and point loads on mirror edges. |
| Measurement | Tape measure, carpenter square and level | Keeps the cabinet body square and the wall installation level. |
| Fastening | Correct screwdriver or driver bits, hand screwdriver and supplied hardware | A hand finish helps avoid stripped threads and overtightening. |
| Wall work | Stud finder, appropriate anchors, drill bits and blocking materials | Fasteners must match the wall construction and cabinet load. |
| Protection | Gloves, eye protection and closed-toe footwear | Mirrored panels and drilled wall materials require careful handling. |
| Electrical | Non-contact tester plus licensed electrical tools where permitted | Powered cabinets such as MC015 may require code-compliant wiring. |
Move all cartons into a dry indoor area and compare the model, size and color labels with the order. Photograph any external carton damage before unpacking. Open boxes without cutting deeply because mirror panels and finish surfaces may sit close to the top. Group hardware by label and keep protective film on finished surfaces until alignment is complete.
Count panels, shelves, hinges, bumpers, brackets and fasteners against the parts list. Do not substitute random screws simply because the diameter looks similar. Length, head shape and thread type affect how the connection seats. If a structural part is missing or damaged, stop before assembly rather than building around it.
Join the side, top, bottom and back components on a padded level surface. Start every fastener by hand and leave connections slightly loose until all panels are engaged. This allows the box to settle into alignment.
Measure both diagonals of the cabinet opening. Equal diagonals indicate a square box. Also check that opposite edges are parallel. Correct the shape before final tightening; doors cannot compensate for a twisted body.
Move between opposite corners instead of fully tightening one side first. Use the recommended torque and finish gently by hand. Aluminum threads and fittings can be damaged by excessive driver force.
Confirm shelf supports are seated at matching heights. On MC015, keep the outlet area clear and verify that shelves will not interfere with plugs or cords.
Attach hardware in the manual's order. Support each mirrored door across its surface; never lift it by a corner, hinge or handle. Keep the door protected until the cabinet is ready for alignment.
| Decision | Surface mount | Recessed mount |
|---|---|---|
| Wall opening | No large wall cavity is required. | Requires a correctly framed rough opening. |
| Projection | Cabinet depth remains visible. | Face sits closer to the wall plane. |
| Complexity | Usually faster when suitable structural fastening is available. | May involve framing, plumbing, wiring, insulation and tile coordination. |
| Best timing | Works well in finished bathrooms. | Best planned before wall finish or during renovation. |
| Critical check | Anchor into studs or approved blocking wherever specified. | Confirm wall depth and all hidden services before cutting. |
Lift the cabinet without relying on doors or shelf tracks. A helper should keep the cabinet stable while another person checks level and starts structural fasteners. Tighten gradually, rechecking level and cabinet square after each stage. A wall can pull a cabinet out of square if one corner is tightened against an uneven surface.
Install or reopen the doors only after the body is secure. Adjust soft-close hinges in small increments: first correct vertical position, then side-to-side gap, then depth. Open every door fully and check for faucet, sconce, side-wall and adjacent-door interference. Load shelves gradually and keep heavy items low and close to the cabinet back.
Current range: $89.99-$579.99
Sizes: 12x36, 14x18, 14x24, 15x36, 16x20, 16x24, 20x26, 20x32, 24x32, 30x26, 36x24, 36x32, 40x26, 40x32, 48x24, 48x26, 48x32, 60x32 and 64x32
Colors: Silver
Frameless face, tempered mirror, adjustable glass shelf, DTC soft-close hinges and labeled assembly parts.
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Current range: $87.99-$569.99
Sizes: 18x14, 24x14, 20x16, 24x16, 20x32, 26x20, 32x24, 26x30, 24x36, 26x40, 32x36, 32x40, 32x48 and 32x60
Colors: Black, brushed nickel and white
Beveled aluminum frame, tempered mirror, reversible door, stepless shelves and DTC soft-close hinges.
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Current range: $69.99-$569.99
Sizes: 18x14, 24x14, 20x16, 24x16, 26x15, 26x20, 28x20, 32x20, 32x24, 26x30, 24x36, 32x36, 26x40, 32x40, 24x48, 26x48, 32x48, 32x60, 32x64, 40x20 and 36x15
Colors: Silver, white and black
Beveled mirror face, aluminum body, tempered glass, reversible door, adjustable shelves and DTC soft-close hinges.
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Current range: $149.99-$319.99
Sizes: 24x16, 26x20, 32x24, 26x30, 32x36 and 32x48
Colors: Silver, with selected black sizes
Three color temperatures, 5%-100% dimming, CRI 90+, memory, defogger, two AC outlets and adjustable shelves.
View MC015The featured current products describe labeled parts and instructions, and MC011 also references video guidance. Always verify the contents of the exact shipment before beginning.
For many large cabinets, leaving heavy doors off during wall positioning reduces weight and damage risk. Follow the exact manual because hinge and bracket sequences vary.
Only after confirming the cavity is clear and deep enough. Pipes, vents, wiring and structural framing can make relocation or surface mounting the safer choice.
A qualified or licensed electrician should perform new or modified bathroom wiring where required by local code. Always shut off and verify power before work.
First verify the wall-mounted cabinet remains level and square. Then make small hinge adjustments for height, lateral gap and depth. Do not use hinges to hide a twisted cabinet body.
Products, active variants and prices were checked against the Tetote Shopify catalog on August 24, 2026. Availability and pricing can change. Confirm the selected SKU, final cabinet dimensions, wall conditions and installation instructions before framing, drilling, electrical work or purchase.