Where To Install Drawer Handles

You can see how this looks below both when drilled and then once the pulls were installed.

Where to install drawer handles. Most drawer pulls are centered on the drawer fronts but if the cabinet youre working on has two or three drawers the same size and one larger one at the bottom install the bottom knob or pull higher than the center of that drawer front. 4 Begin installing the lever or knob by placing the outside housing first. For upper cabinets hardware should be placed on the lower corner.

Cabinets sometimes come with predrilled pull or handle holes but often manufacturers leave the hole drilling up to you for a greater hardware selection as. Most drawer pulls are centered on the drawer fronts but if the cabinet youre working on has two or three drawers the same size and one larger one at the bottom install the bottom knob or pull higher than the center of that drawer front. On lower cabinets hardware should be on the upper corner opposite the hinge.

5 Align the spindle with the slot in the latch and slide into place. Measure the distance between the two fastening screws on the cabinet handle. This kit includes door and drawer templates as well as a 316 in.

Youll specifically want to place them anywhere between 1 and 4 from the top or bottom edge of the door. This video will help you DO IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME. Actual costs will depend on job size conditions and options.

You only get ONE SHOT to drill these holes. Drill bit accommodating larger pulls up to. NEW Edit Print Save this in Homewyse Lists.

Divide that number in half to get the distance between your center mark and two new marks that indicate the top and bottom screw hole locations. The handle will stay in place leaving your hands free to secure the interior trim. Average Cost per Handle.