How to choose the right plastic drawer runner

How to choose the right plastic drawer runner

Plastic drawer runners are used to help ensure a drawer opens and closes properly. They allow a drawer to open and close smoothly and efficiently, allowing a drawer to function as it should. They are frequently referred to as drawer slides. Whilst drawer runners come in a variety of materials, here at Insignia Manufacturing, we will explore how to choose the right plastic drawer runner for you.

Weight

Drawer runners have different weight capabilities, so you must ensure that the drawer runner is strong enough to hold and sustain the content of your drawer. If you are planning to keep heavy objects in your drawer, you must ensure that the drawer runners are capable of holding a heavier weight. For example, if you are planning to keep heavy tools and machinery in your drawer, we recommend checking the weight capability to ensure they are suitable for heavy duty use. If you are planning to keep lighter objects in your drawer such as paper or stationery, lighter duty runners will suffice. It is important to consider the contents of your drawer so the drawer runners you choose are strong enough.

Usage & suitability

What are you going to be using your drawer runners for? Sometimes drawers are designed for highly specialised uses, for example if your drawer is created for a specific piece of machinery or equipment. If this is the case you must confirm that plastic drawer runners are appropriate for such uses. However, if your drawer is being used for everyday usage, then most standard drawer runners will be suitable.

Length

The size and length of your drawer runners are another factor which must be considered when choosing the right plastic draw runners. Are your drawers standard size, or perhaps they are smaller or larger than typical drawers? If this is the case you must ensure the measurements of your drawer runners are correct and suitable for your furniture, to keep your drawers opening and closing correctly. Additionally, some drawer runners are extendable, which allows the drawer to be pulled out further than the body of the furniture.

Colour

Colour is arguably the most important factor when looking at drawer slides! Are you happy with a cool, calm standard colour or are you looking for something bolder and brighter? Make sure you explore potential colour options when choosing your plastic drawer runners so you have a colour that suits you.

Additional features

Nowadays, there is a wide variety of options when it comes to drawer runners. Some drawers may come with additional features, for example soft closing or push-to-open mechanisms. Having drawer runners with extra features may be more beneficial compared to traditional drawer runners, particularly if you are looking for modern options or drawer runners to help with accessibility needs.

Explore our range of drawer runners here at Insignia Manufacturing. Our team are ready to help find a suitable solution for you and have plenty of experience creating bespoke products for our customers. Contact us today to find out how we can help you by calling 01536 204923 , or by emailing sales@insignia-manufacturing.com.