How to Locate Cabinet Knobs and Pulls | Ask This Old House

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva gives tips on installing cabinet hardware accurately and consistently.
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Skill Level: Beginner

Shopping List:
Two-faced putty
Adjustable jigs

Steps:
1. On base cabinets with drawers, keep pulls on lower drawers slightly higher than center. They’ll appear centered when viewed from above.
2. To visually check the location of a knob without making holes, use two-faced putty.
3. Use a combination square to measure the center location and transfer that measurement to other cabinets.
4. Use scrap wood to create a jig to ensure consistent placement of hardware.
5. A basic plastic jig can be used for marking with several offsets located.
6. An adjustable jig can ensure consistent placement and acts as a drill guide.
7. Another adjustable jig offers spacing for both pulls and knobs on door and drawer front cabinets.

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