Installing Handles On Kitchen Cabinets

No i wasn t sick but i was finishing the last big project in the kid s bathroom remodel and finally got to some of the finishing touches like installing cabinet hardware.

Installing handles on kitchen cabinets.

The template shown here costs under 5 at on amazon. The most accurate way to install cabinet hardware is to use a template for placement. This guide will teach you both how to replace cabinet pulls and how to install cabinet pulls for the first time on new cabinet doors. Tutorial on how to position and install stainless steel bar pulls.

I spent the last 2 weekends in the bathroom. If you have more than a few knobs or pulls to install use a template when you install cabinet hardware. When installing handles on doors and drawers tape the backs when drilling the holes to prevent tear out. Replacing cabinet handles and knobs is a quick and easy way to give a stylish update to the cabinets in your home.

Anywhere within this range will work as it is based on personal preference. The hubs and i have sorta impressed ourselves with the level. Installing cabinet hardware can be intimidating and overwhelming but it doesn t have to be with this little tip. A template is also the best method if you are installing handle style pulls that will require two screw holes.

Whether or not you do this it s important to use a spirit level to make sure all the handles are aligned. If you ve been following along for any length of time you know that i ve been slowly working on my kitchen. For upper cabinets this is the lower corner. They are also available at any home center.

Measure 2 1 2 or 3 inches in from one edge of a piece of squared off cardboard and from the adjacent edge measure in half the width of the cabinet stile. Use this quick little tool to install new cabinet pulls with precision and ease. In fact we are on track to finish everything tomorrow and i seriously can not wait to show you the finished product. A template makes the job go faster increases uniformity and reduces the chance for mistakes across the cabinet set.