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Drawer slide is not only the part to determine the comfort of opening or closing a cabinet, but it also determines whether cabinet may live up to good quality and realize long life or not. For the producer of furniture, to select a suitable slides for the drawer is a fundamental thing to process higher quality cabinets. Baoertai is a professional cabinet hinge manufacture, committed to providing furniture industry with a durable, smooth and easily opening slide solution.
This article will provide a comprehensive guide for furniture manufacturers from slide types, performance comparison, and key purchasing considerations.
【Basic Types of Drawer Slides】
Common types of cabinet drawer slides include the following:
1.Side-Mount Drawer Slides
Installed on both sides of the drawer, offering strong load-bearing capacity.
Commonly designed with Full Extension, making it easier to view and access items inside the drawer.
2.Under-Mount Drawer Slides
Installed at the bottom of the drawer, providing a concealed and elegant appearance.
Typically equipped with Soft Close function, making the drawer close smoothly and quietly.
3.Center-Mount Drawer Slides
Installed at the center bottom of the drawer, generally used for lightweight drawers.
Cost-effective, but limited in load-bearing capacity and durability, making them unsuitable for large or heavy drawers.
【Comparison of Different Drawer Slides】
To help furniture manufacturers better understand the performance of various drawer slides, here is a detailed comparison chart:
| Type of Slide | Advantages | Disadvantages | Suitable Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side-Mount | Strong load capacity; Full Extension; Easy to install and replace. | Visible from the side, less aesthetically pleasing. | Medium to large drawers, kitchen utensils, tools. |
| Under-Mount | Hidden installation; Elegant appearance; Often with Soft Close function. | Higher cost; Requires precise installation; May not fit all drawer designs. | High-end kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, premium furniture. |
| Center-Mount | Simple design; Low cost; Easy to install. | Low load capacity; Limited durability; Cannot be used for heavy drawers. | Lightweight drawers, small storage cabinets. |
【Key Points for Choosing Drawer Slides】
Pick the right drawer slides for your product now becomes more important than ever for furniture manufacturers.
When buying carefully consider the following points:
1.Load Bearing Capacity
According to the drawer size, material and the usage.
Premium side mount or under-mount slides provide 35 to 100 kg and sometimes even more, suitable for storing cutleries, cookware or heavy item.
2.Type of Extension
FullExtension: The drawer can be completely pulled out which makes it easier to reach for the items.
Partial Extension: The drawer is only half way out, suitable for light drawers and lower cost applications.
3.SoftClose Functions
Softer and silent closing of drawers also makes user to feel better.
Largely adopted into high-end kitchens and wardrobes.
4.Material and Durability
Usually made of cold-rolled steel or stainless steel.
Should be either zinc plated or powder coated to avoid rust for longer use.
5.Installation Accuracy and Compatibility
High-end under-mount slides require precise drawer side thickness and installation accuracy.
Manufacturers should ensure compatibility between slides, hinges, and other drawer components to avoid installation issues.
【Baoertai’ s Professional Advantages】
Provide a wide range of furniture style drawer slide Selling – Baoertai is a professional cabinet hinge supplier, see slide collections with familiar side-mount, under-mount or center-mount drawer slide models.
Designed with top-quality and pay attention the small things ：Thanks to the precision rollers and high-grade steel, our slides are capable of supporting loads and allow drawers to move weightlessly.
Soft-Close and Quiet: Finally a number of under-mount slides come equipped with a soft closing mechanism, giving you gentle closing drawer without disturbing the peace on premium furniture.
Wide Specifications: Available in multiple lengths, load capacities, and extension types to fit different sizes of kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, and office furniture.
Baoertai’ s drawer slide solution products are being used to address these similar needs by furniture manufacturers, as we all try to ensure that both durability and functionality are achieved making the customer happy and the brand strong.
Drawer slides, the hidden essential part of the cabinets and the furniture, have direct impact on usability and product life span. As it should be that Furniture manufacturers to personify load capacity, extension type, installation method and budget when choosing slides, to match their product positioning.
Baoertai is very strong in terms of its years of cabinet hinge manufacturing expertise to offer furniture manufacturers superior quality, smooth, long-lasting products to easy to install drawer slide solutions which help them maintain outstanding craftsmanship and user comfort.
