Installation & Maintenance
Placement Ideas for Your Hardware
There are many placement combinations for your cabinet hardware, and there is no wrong way to arrange your hardware.
Whichever combination works best for your home is your personal preference. Here are a few placement ideas:
Tools Needed to Install Your Hardware
3/16” drill bit for a standard 8/32 screw Tape measure
1/4” drill bit (for parts with stud bosses) Level
Phillips screwdriver Template (optional)
Pencil
Installing Your Hardware
• Decide where you want the hardware to be located. On a standard drawer, hardware is usually placed in the center of the
drawer. A wide drawer may require a longer pull in the center or the placement of two pulls with one toward each end of the
drawer front. On large drawers, the hardware can be mounted in the center and closer to the top. For cabinet doors, an upper
or lower corner is an ideal option (see placement ideas).
• Determine the size of your pulls by measuring from one screw hole to the other. A great way to keep consistent screw hole
placement is to use a template for measuring.
• Find the centerline. Measure the horizontal and vertical
distance of the drawer face, and mark the center point with
a pencil. If you choose to have more than one knob or pull
on a drawer, use a level to make sure that the holes are
level with each other.
• From the center point, measure half the distance of the pull
out to each end, and make a mark where you will drill the
two holes for a pull. If installing a knob, use this center
point mark as your drill point. To avoid splintering the
drawer front while drilling, place a piece of painter’s tape
over the center point mark.
• Using a level, see if the marks are in the correct place and
make adjustments as needed.
• Drill holes on the appropriate marks using a 3/16” drill bit
for a standard 8/32 screw or 1/4” drill bit for pulls with stud bosses. Make sure to drill all the way through the back of the
drawer face or cabinet door.
• Place your hardware over the holes for standard knobs and pulls. For pulls with stud bosses, place the hardware inside the
holes of the drawer face or cabinet.
• Put the screws in from the back of the drawer face or cabinet and screw into the hardware with a Phillips screwdriver until
tight. Avoid using a power drill to tighten your hardware as this could cause over torqueing and may strip the screws.
Replacing Your Existing Hardware
Once you have chosen your new hardware, the existing knobs and pulls are easy to replace. Simply take off the old knobs and screw in
the new ones. Keep in mind:
• If you would like to replace pulls without drilling new holes, you will need to measure the distance between the holes and choose
new pulls with the same spacing.
• If you are choosing cabinet hardware that has a different finish than your existing hardware, remember to change out functional
hardware, such as hinges, to maintain the same color scheme throughout your kitchen.
Cleaning Your Cabinet Hardware
• The suggested cleaning method requires you to leave the hardware on your
cabinets and drawers while cleaning. It is not recommended to remove your hardware
for cleaning as the inside of the knob or pull may become stripped or damaged.
• Using only a damp, soft cloth, gently wipe away debris or residue from the
hardware. Pay close attention to any carving or grooves to remove the buildup, grease
and dirt. Do not use any type of cleaning detergents as this may remove the lacquer or
finish of the hardware. Hard scrubbing can also cause damage to your hardware.
• Allow hardware to dry completely before use.
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