DRAWER SLIDER REPLACEMENT

[rhino]

I'm in the process of replacing the sliders on a kitchen counter drawer. I measured the drawer and the original slide carefully before ordering the replacement parts. The good news is, the half that attaches to the drawer is a good match. The bad new is that the part that attaches inside the cabinet is several inches too short.

Is it common for drawers to have this kind of mismatch? Do I need to order an additional set of hardware long enough to mount in the cabinet?

Thanks!

 

[chocktaw2]

Try one, keeping the front flush with the frame. Think about it, all the weight is on the face frame and the frame rail. It just maybe ok. When the drawer is closed, well, you know.....................

 

[gregkl]

Drawer slides come in several iterations. Some are full extension in which the drawer opens all the way giving you easy access to the rear of the drawer. Some are partial extension in which the drawer will open about 75% of the way.

If I saw what you are working with, I would be more helpful. Depending on the type of slides you have, they might have to attach to the rear of the cabinet to provide the structural support needed. Usually the part that attaches to the drawer are the length of the drawer and the part that attaches to the cabinet are the same depth as the cabinet depth.

 

[rhino]

The fronts of the rails are screwed into the wood of the cabinet frame. The rear of the rails are resting in plastic things that are screwed into the cabinet. I have replacement plastic things, but the rails are too short!

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

ETA: I think I would take a drawer out, remove the slide, and take it to the store with me and get a direct replacement. That is, unless you're wanting to put an upgraded set in.

 

[gregkl]

ETA: I think I would take a drawer out, remove the slide, and take it to the store with me and get a direct replacement. That is, unless you're wanting to put an upgraded set in.

Rhino, do this if you can. It will save you a lot of aggravation. There are so many different styles and sizes.

 

[rhino]

ETA: I think I would take a drawer out, remove the slide, and take it to the store with me and get a direct replacement. That is, unless you're wanting to put an upgraded set in.

Rhino, do this if you can. It will save you a lot of aggravation. There are so many different styles and sizes.

Thanks! I shall do so.