Drawers can be built almost any width for bottom mount, but the most common size is
3/4-inch smaller on both sides than the cabinet opening
. For example, if the opening is 12 inches wide, the drawer should be built 10 1/2 inches wide.
How much smaller should a drawer be?
That means each drawer should be
1” to 1-1/16” smaller than the opening
to fit properly.
Is a 36 inch drawer too big?
A deep, wide drawer does have a limit in size.
You just can’t do a wide drawer at 36
” wide or more, because it will sag over time, even with heavy duty glides. Homeowners might tend to weigh down that drawer with big, heavy items and you have to account for that happening somewhat.
How wide is too wide for a drawer?
The rule of thumb is
1.5 times the length of the drawer slide
. If you have a standard depth kitchen cabinet then the normal length of drawer slide is 22”. If you multiply 22” x 1.5 = 33”. You can go wider, but the wider you go the more chance that the slide will not pull out as smoothly as you hope or expect.
What is a standard drawer length?
24 inches is a moderate size that looks good in most kitchens.
30 inches
are for those looking to add pull-out drawers or perhaps use the space for more food storage.
How much clearance do you need for drawer slides?
Required clearance is typically
around a 1⁄2” between
the drawer slides and the sides of the cabinet opening and generally the only downside to a side-mount drawer slide is that they will limit the horizontal width of your drawer.
How do I know what size drawer slides?
Measure the box, not the drawer front
Start at the back of the box and measure to the front of the box without including the face of the drawer. Once you
have the length, round the number down
. For example, if the drawer is 20 1⁄2 inches long you will need to purchase 20 inch drawer slides.
How wide should my kitchen drawers be?
We prefer them to be
about 30′′ in width
if your kitchen allows it and 36′′ is even better. Their depth will be dependant upon the depth of your base cabinet, which is typically 24′′, 30′′, or 36′′ for standard cabinetry.
Can drawer slides be shorter than drawer?
You should always use the longest slide possible for your application, without exceeding the drawer depth into the cabinet. The Height of a Drawer Slide is usually only a limiting factor, in the sense that you
can’t install a
slide that is taller than your drawer or pull-out.
How much weight can a Blum drawer hold?
Designed to support up to
150 pounds of weight
.
How wide can a pull out shelf be?
Available for kitchen and bathroom cabinet openings from
6′′ to 25′′ wide
. Pull out shelf widths are available in 1/16′′ increments so you get a shelf that fits your cabinets.
How do you keep wide drawers from racking?
The easiest way to prevent drawer racking is to
pull open or push closed your slide-based entry evenly
, usually at the center of a handle. For wide and tall applications with wide handles or two knobs, use both handles for even push and pull.
How deep can drawers be?
A standard base cabinet
depth is 24 inches
, but you can find some that are up to 3 feet. Keep in mind that manufacturers make other sizes, so check their websites if you want the measurements to be perfect. Base cabinet widths are not as standardized as countertops and can range from 12 to 36 inches.
How high is a standard kitchen drawer?
If the base cabinet features a drawer, that drawer is usually
about six inches tall
, while the door height below it is 24 inches. If the cabinet is a full height base cabinet (one that only includes a door), that door is 30 inches tall. As far as depth goes a standard base cabinet is 24 inches deep.
Which drawer slides are easiest to install?
Mounting location:
Side mounted drawer slides
are the most popular and easiest to install. Center mount and undermount are also options.
