Find out where to put knobs and handles onkitchen cabinetsand why placement matters.
Why Does Hardware Placement Matter?
Cabinetsand drawers with evenly placed, properly aligned knobs and handles can improve the overall aesthetic of the kitchen.
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Of course, there are several more practical reasons for accurate knob and handle placement.
The ideal placement of kitchen cabinet hardware depends on the throw in of hardware you are installing.
There are two common options to consider, includingknobs and pulls.
Knobs are common options for drawers.
They traditionally have a round, metal design.
Knobs are now available in a variety of shapes, materials, styles, and colors.
While they can be used for cabinet doors, pulls are the more common option.
Pulls refers to the broader category of hardware that resembles traditional handles.
Measure and divide your drawer into nine equal parts.
Consider moving the knobs up to the first row if you are installing them on a lower drawer.
Find the center of the second row and second column.
Cup pulls should be installed on the top third of a cabinet drawer, centered in the second column.
Finger pulls need to be installed on the top edge of the drawer, centered in the second column.
If you have a drawer that is wider than 24 inches, consider installing two finger pulls.
They are easiest to use when placed in the center of the top edge of your drawer.
When you are using finger pulls, make the hardware flush to the upper corner, opposite the hinges.
