What size handles for tall cabinets?

Pulls 3-7 inches in length will sit the most comfortably on doors less than 24 inches tall. Cabinet doors 24-36 inches tall are best adorned with pulls 7-12 inches long, while cabinets taller than 36 inches such as pantries, built-in appliances and pullouts should be accompanied by pulls longer than 12 inches.

Where do you put handles on tall cabinets?

These knobs should be placed at the third and two-thirds length point of the drawer front. For drawers with a taller height, it is also common to place the pull or knob towards the top for better function.

Are cupboard handles a standard size?

The standard knob size is approximately 1 1/4 inches (32mm) in diameter, although most knobs are also available in a larger size, usually around 1 1/2 inches (38mm) in diameter for larger cabinets and can also be sourced in sizes down to 1 inch (25mm) for smaller units.

What are handles on cupboards called?

Drawer pulls come in many different styles, shapes and colors. Use them to upgrade your kitchen, bathroom or any room in the house. Although knobs and pulls can be used interchangeably, knobs are usually used on doors and pulls on drawers.

Should I use pulls or knobs on cabinets?

There are no strict rules to follow when choosing whether to select a knob or a pull or both. One preference is to use knobs for all doors and pulls for all drawers. For any large door such as a pantry and any pull-out door (including pull-out base pantries or trash pull-outs), use a pull.

How do you determine cabinet handle size?

Determine Size While there is no set rule, we generally recommend that the pull length is approximately 1/3 of the cabinet or drawer width. Small Drawers that are 12” or less typically work best with a pull that is 3” to 4” long or a knob that is 1” in diameter.

How do you measure for new cabinet handles?

Start by measuring the distance between the screw holes. The easiest way to do that is by opening the cupboard/drawer and then measure the distance between the center of the screws on the backside. Measure the distance in millimeter between the two screws.

What are the different types of cabinet handles?

Types of Kitchen Cabinet Handles

  • Handleless. With a push-to-open mechanism, handleless drawers, cabinets and cupboards are fitted, which facilitates you to open and close the doors with the utmost comfort.
  • Edge Profile.
  • Cabinet Knobs.
  • Cup Handles.
  • Bar Handles.
  • T-Bar Handles.
  • Bow Handles.

Should all my kitchen pulls be the same size?

There is no right or wrong size to choose, but we do recommend choosing pulls that have at least a 3-3/4″ center to center (the distance between the screw holes). This size looks pleasing on most cabinets, while still being large enough to grip comfortably.