Hardware Placement On Kitchen Cabinets

On lower cabinets the top.

Hardware placement on kitchen cabinets. For a more current modern feel place the knobs so the bottom of the knob in upper cabinetry and the top of the knob in base cabinetry is flush with the edge of the frame. Unlike drawer cabinetry hardware placement for door cabinetry is much more subjective. Well except for this rule.

If you are using elongated knobs such as egg knobs or t knobs place the installation hole so that the top of your knob is in line with the rail. How to choose cabinet hardware. When it comes to installing cabinet door handles either knobs or pulls they are always placed on the opposite side from the door hinges.

There are a few different approaches to take when installing knobs. The knob or pull can align with the rail or it could be higher or lower there are no rules. However in case of a base cabinet it s best to stick with knob placement in the area that is 2 5 to 3 inches from upper corner.

For a more classic look consider offsetting your knobs from the rail a bit. 2 5 3 from top or bottom. This contemporary knob placement is both aesthetically pleasing and easy for installers.

On upper cabinets the bottom screw hole should be placed 2 5 3 above the bottom of the door. A knob or pull placed too close to the hinges on. Hardware placement on cabinet doors once you have decided on if you will use pulls or knobs or a mix of both it s time to decide where exactly to install them on doors and drawers.

However there is one slight difference. It should be in the drawer panel s middle part. They are both decorative and functional and their placement can affect the way the kitchen looks and the way the doors and drawers open.