{"id":759,"date":"2025-02-18T07:25:02","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T07:25:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/?p=759"},"modified":"2025-02-18T07:25:03","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T07:25:03","slug":"how-to-measure-drawer-slide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Measure Drawer Slide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When installing or replacing drawer slides, measurement is key. Regardless of whether you are building new furniture or just refacing existing drawers, understanding how to correctly measure a drawer slide will guarantee smooth operation and durability. Throughout this article, we&#8217;ll guide you through measuring for the ideal drawer slide and how each measurement will impact installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-Measure-Drawer-Slide.webp\" alt=\"How to Measure Drawer Slide\" class=\"wp-image-762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-Measure-Drawer-Slide.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-Measure-Drawer-Slide-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-Measure-Drawer-Slide-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-Measure-Drawer-Slide-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/How-to-Measure-Drawer-Slide-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u041e\u0433\u043b\u0430\u0432\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0438\u0435<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#Know_the_Various_Kinds_of_Drawer_Slides\" >Know the Various Kinds of Drawer Slides<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#Measure_the_Drawer_Length\" >Measure the Drawer Length<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#Measure_the_Drawer_Width\" >Measure the Drawer Width<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#Measure_the_Drawer_Depth\" >Measure the Drawer Depth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#Consider_the_Drawers_Weight_Capacity\" >Consider the Drawer\u2019s Weight Capacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#Choose_the_Correct_Slide_Extension_Type\" >Choose the Correct Slide Extension Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#How_to_Measure_for_a_Drawer_Slide_Quick_Steps_Recap\" >How to Measure for a Drawer Slide: Quick Steps Recap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.huisohardware.com\/ru\/how-to-measure-drawer-slide\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_the_Various_Kinds_of_Drawer_Slides\"><\/span>Know the Various Kinds of Drawer Slides<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a good idea, before taking measurements, to know that there are several types of drawer slides, such as side-mount, center-mount, and under-mount. Each of these has very slightly different measurements, but the principles are essentially the same. Make sure you select the correct type for your drawer configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measure_the_Drawer_Length\"><\/span>Measure the Drawer Length<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you need to measure is the drawer length. This is the measurement from the front of the drawer to the rear. When you are selecting a drawer slide, you will want the slide to be slightly shorter than the drawer. Generally speaking, drawer slides need to be an inch or two shorter than the drawer length to provide smooth operation and clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measure_the_Drawer_Width\"><\/span>Measure the Drawer Width<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you need to take the drawer width, which is the distance from one side of the drawer to the other. This is the measurement that is used to decide on the drawer slide width. It&#8217;s important to select a slide that is the same width as the drawer so the drawer will have a proper fit and slide easily in its casing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measure_the_Drawer_Depth\"><\/span>Measure the Drawer Depth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Drawer depth is the distance that the drawer goes back into the cabinet or furniture. To get a proper fit, you must measure from the front to the back of the drawer. This will allow you to get a drawer slide that will fit perfectly and will not limit the distance the drawer opens. You must also make sure that you get slides that will extend all the way out without other objects or the cabinet inhibiting them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_the_Drawers_Weight_Capacity\"><\/span>Consider the Drawer\u2019s Weight Capacity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Weight is also something to take into consideration when choosing drawer slides. Various slides hold various weight capacities, so ensure that you buy slides that will be capable of holding the weight of your drawer and its contents. For drawers that are heavy, utilize heavy-duty drawer slides that will be capable of holding the additional weight without any sacrifice in performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_the_Correct_Slide_Extension_Type\"><\/span>Choose the Correct Slide Extension Type<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, you need to decide on the type of extension for your drawer slide. Three main types of extensions are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Partial extension: Permits the drawer to extend partially from the cabinet.<br>Full extension: Allows the drawer to open fully, providing complete access to the drawer contents.<br>Over-travel extension: Goes beyond the full extension, with the additional convenience and reach.<br>The right type of extension relies on your own requirements and just how much access you require to the drawer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Measure_for_a_Drawer_Slide_Quick_Steps_Recap\"><\/span>How to Measure for a Drawer Slide: Quick Steps Recap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Measure the drawer length from front to back.<br>Measure side to side from drawer width.<br>Measure from back to front on the drawer.<br>Take note of the drawer&#8217;s weight for proper slide support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the type of extension that best meets your requirements for the drawer. 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