Kitchen Drawer Runners

Q: How do I know what size drawer runner to buy?

If you're looking to buy a drawer runner, you first need to measure the length of your drawers. If your drawer is 1.5 metres long, then you would want a runner that's about 1.27 cm shorter than this length. This will help you get a well-fitted runner.

Q: Where should drawer runners be positioned?

When you're using slides, you want to ensure they're positioned at least at a two-third distance from the drawer's base, just below the centre line. This will ensure that when your drawers are open, they will not get stuck and will open and close smoothly.

Kitchen runners are a great way to add style and convenience to your kitchen. These runners can be installed on any drawer quickly and with little fuss. With these slides, you can open your drawers smoothly and seamlessly, time after time. ArchiPro features only the best kitchen runners in New Zealand from suppliers you can trust.

Featuring the best kitchen drawer runners in New Zealand

Kitchen drawer runners are a great way to make your kitchen drawers open and close effortlessly. ArchiPro features only the best kitchen drawer runners in New Zealand, an increasingly important part of a wider selection of high-quality kitchen, cabinets and drawers’ products.

Types of kitchen drawer runners

There are a number of different types of kitchen drawer runners that you can consider in New Zealand.

Ball bearing slides

These are the most popular slides. They have a ball bearing at the bottom of each channel, allowing them to open and close smoothly.

Soft-close slides

Soft-close slides are similar to regular slides for drawers but have a soft-close mechanism, making them easier to open and close.

Under-mount slides

Under-mount slides are very common because they provide you with more storage space by hiding your kitchen cabinet underneath another drawer when not in use.

The advantages of high-quality kitchen drawer runners

High-quality kitchen slides are important to prioritise for a number of reasons over inferior models. First, they'll be designed and engineered with absolute precision to help keep your drawers from getting stuck even after continual use over a long period of time. Lesser models using subpar parts and components can degrade quickly, which can lead to problems like rust and corrosion. High-quality runners also tend to be much smoother and quieter for much the same reasons. They are typically supplied by reputable manufacturers and professionals who will offer you excellent support from the time of your purchase and beyond.

How to choose kitchen drawer runners that are right for you

The first thing to do before choosing a kitchen drawer runner is to make sure you have enough space for it. Each version will have its own size and design specifications so you want to be sure the essentials are measured correctly. Providing you’re already prioritising quality for the reasons just discussed, you’ll then want to then be sure about the method of installation and whether you’ll be able to do it or if you’ll require professional help. Some slides come with their own hardware, so they can be mounted into place easily without using screws or nails. This obviously saves you time and money, however, it’s never usually a very time-consuming job for a professional so costs won’t be too high.

Can you replace kitchen drawer runners?

Yes, you can replace them. While slides are part of the kitchen that is rarely replaced, they can be easily changed if needed. Most slides are held in place by screws and need to be removed before replacing them. This can be done by a professional with ease.