One of the important auxiliary elements of furniture are furniture handles for cabinets, which give not only an attractive appearance, but also increase its functionality during operation. The technology for the production of furniture accessories is constantly evolving, responding modern trends, products are made of high quality, reliable and easy to use.

An important piece of furniture, thanks to its diversity, gives a certain character to the object. Thanks to development modern technologies Furniture handles are being improved, acquiring new shapes and sizes. Today, the main accessory of any cabinet front is presented on the market different color, texture, style, processing technology.

A useful detail, as a component of complementing wardrobe doors and cabinets, combines practicality and unique design, has both strict lines and classical forms. A necessary attribute of furniture of various designs made from quality material, facilitating opening, retains its original appearance for a long time. There is a wide range of handle collections on the furniture fittings market, among which the most popular are:

• handles, staples, button, drops, rings, shells;
• railing, mortise;
• made of glass, with rhinestones;
• handle profile.

Currently, furniture fittings are not limited in color and are presented in different colors, the most popular of which are gold, bronze, steel, and chrome. Natural shades and simplicity of patterns are distinctive feature modern furniture handles, which, without merging with the overall color of the furniture, emphasize its uniqueness and value.

It is important to know that the color of the fittings is selected to be a tone lighter or darker than the main color of the furniture. When choosing them, it is important to know their purpose and the location of the cabinet.

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Manufacturing materials

Today, global and domestic companies for the production of cabinet door handles, taking into account modern consumer tastes, produce the most important element of furniture decor from ceramics, porcelain, plastic, glass, wood, and metal. Recently, they have become widely used to create facial accessories. stainless steel, aluminum, acrylic.

The manufacturer, taking into account the diversity of the material, has expanded the range of additional surface treatment of products using different types coatings are:

• galvanic;
• hot stamping;
• paint and varnish;
• vacuum spraying.

The most common coating method is electroplating. To apply a thin layer of metal to the surface of a product, chromium, nickel, copper, zinc, and silver are usually used. Electroplating, differ high density and uniform thickness, are easily applied to fittings with very complex relief. By improving the decorative characteristics of the processed product, the coating gives the decorative elements strength, wear resistance, and increases resistance to corrosion.

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Wooden

Glass

Form

Along with the unusual design and style of a furniture accessory, its ergonomics is of no small importance. Products should not only aesthetically match the furniture, but also be as comfortable as possible when grasped by hand, and be safe when performing an action. Their shape, size, location and method of fastening determine how easily the furniture doors will open, maintain strength and performance under the influence of long-term use.

Today, the most affordable, popular and practical accessories are bracket handles, presented in the form of curved arcs or metal strips in the shape of the letter “P”. Fitting elements of flat or semicircular shapes are an ideal addition to any cabinet, especially for fans of minimalism. Products with a simple design are as comfortable and functional as possible when used.

Button handles, which are a cup-shaped design with a flat decorative disk at the end of the product body, also do not lose their relevance. A furniture accessory of different shapes and designs suitable for both classic and modern cabinets. Simple connection to the surface makes them convenient to use, where touching the furniture facade is excluded.

The handles of this collection are compact, always look stylish, and guarantee reliability and safety. Leading companies producing furniture fittings, expanding their collections of handles, are offering a new trend in fittings: long handles

ratings. Simple, strict lines, functionality, practicality, and durability of the products are ideal for the latest examples of modern furniture.

Mounting methods Furniture fittings, integrating into any cabinet facade, are easily installed, taking a convenient position. Considering that the product is on the front side, it has different design features , exist different ways

installation The handles can be attached using glue, screws and screws. The most reliable, durable connection is a metal rod with an external thread and a cap, which minimizes deformation of the surface of the cabinets.

Fastening steel screw, installed at one or two points on the back or front side of the door, diameter 0.4 cm, minimum value 6.4 cm, pitch 3.2 cm. Suitable for any front fittings, except handles “brackets”, “profile” – handles”, which are fixed with a self-tapping screw on the outside of the furniture. Fasteners are installed using a regular screwdriver or screwdriver.

Installation of a furniture accessory involves the use of carpentry and acrylic glue. This method is used extremely rarely, only in cases where the front fittings are presented only as decoration, where the cabinet and handles are made of wood and plastic. Such fixation is not reliable, has low adhesive strength, and cannot be reinstalled if broken. At self-installation

In order not to damage the coating of the furniture façade, it is not recommended to turn the handles during fastening. Small products fastened with one screw are not practical to use.

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• the manufacturer engaged in the development and production of product handles must be known to the consumer, have a high rating and experience;
• the maximum warranty period for the product should not be more than 2 - 3 years;
• color, texture, shape must be seen on samples in the showroom or in the photo in the catalog;
• the assortment should include both cheap and expensive front fittings.

When choosing a product, it is important to pay attention to the size of the handle based on the center-to-center distance, which is the space between two fastening screws, so that during installation it does not extend beyond the surface of the door, is proportional, and is integrally combined with the design of the cabinet. Decorative elements must have a smooth surface, be free of chips, roughness and be in the same color.

Despite the high specifications furniture front elements, dust accumulates on their surface over time. Proper, regular care of them will extend their service life and preserve their appearance for a long time. So, if the product becomes loose, it needs to be tightened. To remove dirt, use a special spray cleaner that does not contain an abrasive substance.

After wet treatment, the fittings should be wiped dry with a soft cloth or sponge. It is not recommended to clean it with metal brushes, cleaning agents, or washing powders, so as not to spoil the coating of the handle or lead to their complete replacement. If the structure after cleaning has a dull appearance, then you can use a special polish or furniture wax to shine it.

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This article is an attempt to provide detailed instructions for those who decide to independently drill holes for handles and then install them on a furniture façade.

Chief technologist of furniture production Timur Denisov will tell you step by step how to drill and install handles on a swing door and on the front of a drawer yourself.

Marking, drilling and installing furniture handles on a swing facade

1 Marking the facade for furniture handles

Required tools:

• metal ruler;
• construction tape;
• square;
• a simple soft pencil or marker.

Marking stages:

1. place the façade on a flat surface;
2. mark from the edge 50 mm parallel to the future location of the handle;
3. using a square we draw a straight line;
4. mark again 50 mm from the top of the facade;
5. draw a straight line perpendicular to the previous one;
6. From the resulting point (at which both lines intersect) we measure a distance equal to the center-to-center size of the furniture handle.

Important! Before marking the place for drilling holes on the facade, measure the center distance on the handle itself. Most common distance: 64; 96; 128 mm.

2 Drilling holes

Where the lines intersect, carefully drill through holes for handles.

Please note that the drill must be sharp and the drilling itself must be done slowly so as not to tear out particles of the laminate.

This is how it should look - the markings and drilled holes are clearly visible in the photo.

3 Installing a furniture handle on a swing facade

Even a novice amateur can handle this. Insert the screws into the prepared holes, place a furniture handle on them and screw them on.

If after these steps the handle dangles, it means the screw is longer than necessary. In this case, it is advisable to replace the screw or place a special seal under its head.

Marking, drilling and installing the handle on the front of the drawer

The principle of marking and drilling remains the same as in the considered instructions for swing facades.

The main nuance is the difference in installing (screwing) the furniture handle to the retractable facade.

The design of the drawer assumes the presence of two walls through which the screw of the furniture handle must pass.

When deciding to install handles on your furniture yourself, make sure you have long screws in advance. Ideally, their size should be equal to two thicknesses of chipboard plus 4...5 mm.

That's all!

As you can see, it’s not so scary and absolutely not difficult to mark, drill and screw furniture handles to the facades. The main thing is to be attentive and strictly follow the instructions.

Always yours, Timur Denisov

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Decorative ones perform both aesthetic and practical functions. The design of these elements emphasizes the style and general form kitchen set and gives the interior integrity and completeness. In addition, the handles are easy to use, durable and securely fastened to the surface, because the doors of most kitchen cabinets and cabinets are used intensively.

Oblong silver handles look perfect on kitchen furniture

Handles on finished sets are installed or supplied by the manufacturer, but when making a kitchen according to an individual drawing, you will have to choose the fittings yourself. Appearance This element can completely transform the design of the kitchen, so replacing handles is often done in the process of updating a boring interior.

Design and shape of handles for integrated and conventional kitchen fronts

Manufacturers of furniture fittings offer a huge range of products of this type. There are thousands of products on the market that differ in design, material of manufacture, shape and method of fastening. To understand all the variety and choose beautiful, durable and functional handles for your kitchen set, you should first familiarize yourself with the main varieties and features of this type of furniture.

Handles made of the following materials:

Galvanic coating, used by serious manufacturers, significantly extends the service life of metal handles and protects the surface from scratches and abrasions. When purchasing, you should ask the seller if such processing is available.

Copper handles with patterns are well suited for walnut furniture

Depending on the shape, furniture handles are divided into the following types:

• In the shape of a ring. They are made in harmony with wooden facades.
• Teardrop-shaped. Classical inexpensive option, often used with plastic facades. From a practicality point of view, it is not the most convenient option, since the streamlined “drop” easily slips out of wet fingers.
• Sinks. The shape follows the downward-facing shell of the shell.
• Buttons. Compact products are made from all available materials, which allows you to choose the right option for any facade.
• Staples. The most practical and common option, providing a comfortable grip. Produced mainly from metal alloys.
• Railing handles for the kitchen are a smooth or matte tube of various sections, mounted on two supports. The distance between supports ranges from 96 to 800 mm. Ideal for interiors designed in modern or high-tech style.

You can ensure convenient and comfortable opening of doors not only with the help of furniture handles. Popular system Push-to- Open allows you to open or close the door with a light press; in other models, milling is used to create grooves - such recesses are not inferior in functionality to handles, and the facade remains smooth, without protruding elements.

Rules for selecting profile options, McMart, invisible built-in models

When choosing handles for kitchen facades, you should pay attention to the following points:

• Material of manufacture. Kitchen fittings must have increased strength, resistance to abrasion and temperature changes, moisture resistance and durability. Such characteristics are fully inherent in products made of metal and wood.
• Design. Kitchen handles should be in harmony not only with the furniture set, but also with other furnishings.
• Mounting method. Kitchen furniture handles, which have one attachment point, can turn and become loose during use, gradually widening the mounting hole. Fastening at two points is more practical; in this case, the handles for kitchen cabinets are securely fixed in one position.
• Ease of use. The shape should be easy to grip both from above and below (or from the right and left for vertically positioned products) and not slip out of wet or greasy fingers. The surface should be easy to clean, since in the kitchen you often have to use your hands.

Classic silver handles look perfect with the lilac tone of the kitchen

Self-installation: does size matter for horizontal and vertical installation?

To install handles in the kitchen on our own You will need a set of tools that every skilled owner has: a drill with a drill of the required diameter, a screwdriver, a tape measure and a pencil. Installation is performed as follows:

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Materials used

Here's what you'll need to get started...

• drawer
• pencil
• ruler
• drill
• screws
• hammer

Note: This guide applies to wooden crates. For other materials, you may need to use specialized devices or techniques.

Step 1

Before you begin, cover the floor surface of your apartment with sheets of paper, film or newspaper to protect it from falling objects, dust and debris. Then, using a ruler, measure the point where you want the hardware to be mounted.

You can install one model in the center of the drawer or two symmetrical objects on the sides. When marking, carefully check the results obtained to avoid mistakes in the next step.

Make all necessary notes

Step 2

After marking where the screws will be installed in the future, form a guide hole by hammering a nail into the surface of the designer furniture. It should go deep enough that you use the tail end of the hammer to remove it. This hole prevents the wood from splitting and greatly facilitates the drilling process.

Use nails and screws for fastening

Step 3

Next, place the drill bit into the drill. If you are not sure about the size, try comparing them with the hole in the drawer and choosing the appropriate option. Remember that if you drill a hole too small, you can always make it bigger. Repeat the procedure as needed if your handle has multiple fasteners.

Drill a hole using a special tool

Clean the surface of the headset from any dust and dirt.

Step 4

Use screws to securely and securely fasten the product.

Step 5

Clear away the trash and admire your magnificent handmade creation!

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If you order a kitchen set, you can immediately make additives for the handles on kitchen facades in production. This is convenient if, for example, you plan to install button handles that have small size and are attached to the facade with one screw. But with handle rails or handles with brackets it is a little more difficult; the fact is that it is not always possible to determine in a sketch of a kitchen set best position handles, vertical or horizontal. If the handles in the kitchen are placed incorrectly, blocking of neighboring cabinets or cabinets may occur, this especially often happens on corner kitchen units. In such cases, they apply it to the facade and try to open it, but no obstacles should arise. Depending on the situation, handles on kitchen facades can be arranged: all vertically, all horizontally, or combined.

If you decide install handles on facades yourself, you will need the following handle installation tools: square, pencil or marker with a thin rod, screwdriver, 4 mm or 5 mm drill and screwdriver.

For more accurate and quick installation of handles on kitchen facades, you can use a furniture handle template. The template is a rectangular piece of thick paper or plywood with holes for fasteners. Thanks to the furniture handle template, you can quickly mark holes for fastening handles on all facades. Regardless of how you are going to make markings, with or without a template, the first thing you need to do is measure the center distance on the handle, although the manufacturer usually indicates it. Based on existing standards, the center-to-center distance of handles, this is the distance from one fastening to another, is always a multiple of 32. The most common center-to-center dimensions of furniture handles are 96 mm, 128 mm.

When furniture handles are placed horizontally in the kitchen, it is necessary to measure the width of the facade itself, subtract the center-to-center distance of the handle from this width, and divide the remaining value by two. For example, a front with a width of 600 mm and a handle with a center distance of 128 mm. We get: 600-128 = 472/2 = 236 mm. It is necessary to leave 236 mm on both sides to the center distances of the handle. At the bottom you can leave a distance equal to the width of the ruler, this is approximately 20 mm - 30 mm, depending on the type of square. To do this, you need to align the outer edge of the ruler flush with the horizontal edge of the facade.

When placing furniture handles vertically in the kitchen, you can also use the width of the ruler. Place the outer edge of the ruler flush with the vertical edge of the façade. In this case, you can immediately use a ruler to measure the distance from the horizontal edge of the facade, for example, 20 mm. If you install handle rails vertically on kitchen facades, consider the distance from the horizontal edge of the facade to the edge of the handle, and not to the first mounting hole, as with the handle bracket.

Handle Installation Tool

For a wooden kitchen facade or MDF facade, use sharp step or core drills with a diameter of 4 mm or 5 mm. A drill with a diameter of 5 mm is used in the case when the shape of the handle during installation can block the hole, this gives more accurate positioning of the handle, the bolt can be slightly shifted in the hole. But there are handle shapes that do not cover the hole; in this case, it is better to use a 4 mm or 3.5 mm diameter.

If the hole in the facade for attaching the handle is quite deep that it is impossible to tighten the handle, pour sawdust into this hole so that the furniture handle can be tightened.

In order to make holes in glass at home, use special diamond-coated drills. Also holes in glass Can do using molten tin, this will help prevent accidental cracks from appearing on the glass. This method requires tin used for soldering and sand. Markings are made on the glass and sand is poured. Make a funnel of the required diameter in the sand and pour molten tin into this funnel. After a few seconds, when the solder has cooled, it can be removed along with the sand and glass tube.

It should also not be forgotten that when installing handles to glass facades It is necessary to install an additional washer on the bolt side. The washer will protect the glass from cracking and prevent the fastening from becoming loose.