How-To Install Handles on Cabinets

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How-To Install Handles

U-Install-It have a great range of handles to select from. Your U-Install-It cabinets arrive pre-assembled, with hinges installed and doors pre-hung. All you need to do is install the cabinet and add your handles!

How-to install cabinet door handle

1

Decide on the placement of your handles

This can be vertical or horizontal, centered or aligned to the edge.
2

Measure the desired distance in from each side of the door, and mark with a pencil

For a bar handle, check the distance required between the screws. Measure out the second mark, using the first as a reference.
3

Using your handle, double check the marks are correctly placed before drilling

4

Drill holes on the marks using a 5mm drill bit

5

Install your handles using a Phillips head screwdriver

How-to install cabinet drawer handle

1

Use a tape measure to find the centre, and mark it with pencil

For a bar handle, measure the distance between the screw centres. From the centre point on the drawer, measure half the distance of the handle either side and mark these points.
2

Using your handle, double check the marks are correctly placed before drilling

3

Drill holes on the marks using a 5mm drill bit

4

Install your handles using a Phillips head screwdriver

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Tools Required

  • Tape Measure
  • Pencil
  • Square Ruler (or normal ruler)
  • Drill
  • Phillips Head Screwdriver

Key Tips

  • Decide on the placement of your handles across all cabinets first, that way you can be sure all will be consistent.
  • Using your handle, double check your markings match the screw holes before drilling.