Installing Drawer Fronts on Your Cabinets

Goal of the Installation

  1. Understand the Target Layout and Process
    • By following these steps and measurements, you can install drawer fronts accurately and consistently on any Access frameless cabinet.
    • The bottom drawer front should be flush with the bottom of the cabinet.
    • Every drawer above it should have an ⅛-inch gap between fronts.
    • These measurements apply to all Access frameless cabinets.

tools

  • Drill with a ³⁄₃₂” Drill Bit, Impact Driver with #2 Phillips Bit, Tape Measure, & Pencil

ScrewS NEEDED

  • #8 1⅛” Modified Washer Head Screws

Prepare for Installation

  1. Remove Drawer Boxes
    • Pull all drawer boxes out of the cabinet to make installation easier.
  2. Choose the Best Side of Each Front
    • Lay the drawer front face down.
    • Check both sides and place any minor imperfections on the back side.

Installing the Bottom Drawer Front

  1. Mark Side Measurements
    • Measure 15/16″ in from each side of the drawer front.
    • Mark this measurement near the top and bottom edges.
  2. Mark Bottom Drawer Height
    • For the bottom drawer only, measure 1-7/16″ up from the bottom of the drawer front.
  3. Align the Drawer Box
    • Place the drawer box onto the front and line it up with the marks.
  4. Attach the Front
    • Drill pilot holes in the four corners.
    • Screw the drawer box to the drawer front.

Installing All Other Drawer Fronts

  1. Use Standard Measurements
    • For every drawer above the bottom drawer:
      • Measure 15/16″ from each side (same as before).
      • Measure 1-1/16″ up from the bottom of the drawer front.
  2. Align and Attach
    • Align the drawer box with the marks.
    • Drill pilot holes and screw in the four corners.
  3. Repeat for All Remaining Drawers
    • These same measurements apply to every middle and top drawer front.
  4. Use Fewer Screws if Necessary
    • For very shallow top drawers, two screws may be enough instead of four.

Reinstall the Drawers

  1. Start With the Bottom Drawer
    • Insert the bottom drawer box first.
    • Pull out the drawer glides and push the drawer in until you hear a click.
  2. Adjust the Bottom Drawer
    • Align it left to right and up or down so it is flush with the cabinet bottom.
  3. Install the Middle Drawer
    • Slide it in the same way.
    • Adjust to create an even ⅛-inch gap above the bottom drawer.
  4. Install the Top Drawer
    • Insert and adjust it to maintain consistent spacing.

Final Adjustments

  1. Fine-Tune Alignment
    • Make small left/right and up/down adjustments using the drawer glide adjustments.
  2. Check All Gaps
    • Confirm that all spaces between drawers are even and clean.
  3. Confirm Proper Fit
    • Make sure all drawer fronts are centered and operate smoothly.

Key Measurements to Remember

  1. Bottom Drawer Only
    • 15/16″ from sides
    • 1-7/16″ from bottom
  2. All Other Drawers
    • 15/16″ from sides
    • 1-1/16″ from bottom
  3. Spacing Rule
    • Maintain ⅛-inch gap between all drawer fronts.

Important Notes

  1. Measurements Are Universal
    • These same measurements work for all drawer sizes and cabinet configurations.
  2. Only the Bottom Drawer Is Different
    • Every drawer above the bottom uses the same standard measurement.
  3. Installation Complete
    • Once gaps are even and fronts are secure, your drawer fronts are fully installed.