Install Drawer Slides and Filler Strips
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DIY BUILT-IN MUDROOM LOCKERS
What happens here
Install the full-extension drawer slides into the base locker units, ensuring they are level and properly spaced. Use a spacer block to elevate the slides to a consistent height for smooth drawer operation. Attach the corresponding parts of the slides to the assembled drawer boxes. Test the drawers for smooth movement. Next, address any gaps between the cabinet carcass and the wall. Use long, thin strips of plywood as filler strips, secured with brad nails and wood glue, to create a flush surface. Ensure these strips extend slightly beyond the cabinet depth to allow for proper door alignment. This step is critical for a professional finish and to ensure doors and drawers operate correctly.
Goal: Install full-extension drawer slides to the locker units and drawer boxes, then add filler strips to ensure proper door alignment.
Tools and materials
- Brad Nailer (DeWalt)
- Level
- Measuring Tape
- Full-extension Drawer Slides
- Thin Plywood Strips
- Wood Glue
- Wood Screws
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