Choosing the right cabinet drawer system and box construction type is an exciting part of the selection journey, especially when planning your forever kitchen. Selecting the right drawer system with the features and benefits you appreciate will help ensure your cabinet project is on budget and gives you the necessary longevity. Here are some things to consider when choosing your cabinet drawers.
The Two Most Popular Cabinet Drawer Types
There are many cabinet drawer systems, box construction types, and styles of cabinet drawers in the market. The two most common are the Metal Double-Walled Drawer System and the Finger Jointed Wood Dovetail Box. Let’s discuss the options offered by Superior Cabinets for the USA. Read more about the Standard Cabinet Features by Superior Cabinets.
Finger Jointed Wood Dovetail Drawer Box
This is perfect if you appreciate fine craftsmanship, the natural warmth, and the quality of wood for your cabinet drawer boxes. Dovetail joinery is a superior standard and is an extremely strong carpentry joinery method. Here are some important details about the wood dovetail drawer box by Superior Cabinets.
Made of Birch Wood: Made of 5/8″ Solid Birch Drawers with Dovetail Joinery with a 1/4” Birch Plywood Bottom that is dado’ed.
Full Box / Concealed Sides: Dovetail boxes are a full box, and large drawers come with deep sides, perfect for preventing items from falling out, like Tupperware lids.
Built for the Heavy Loads: The Quadro undermount glides drawer glides have steel ball bearings that provide lasting user convenience made to satisfy for many years under normal household use conditions. These glides/runners have a 30 KG [66 lb] weight capacity, perfect for heavy dishes or storage items.
Soft Close / Silent Close Drawer Slides: Is included as a standard with the Birch Dovetail drawer boxes from Superior Cabinets. Soft close is a “must-have” for any forever kitchen and provides smooth, quiet, and collision-free drawer closure.
Remember that the soft or silent close feature on your drawers typically makes them harder to open, so consider this if hand dexterity, mobility, and strength are concerns. Read more on Choosing the Right Cabinet Drawer System.
Full Extension Access: These come with full extension glides by Hettich, with an opening capability of 520 mm, which ensures that all items in the drawer are fully visible and accessible.
Inserts Available: There are many functional wood storage and organization inserts for the dovetail box, including items such as a wood spice tray, knife block, utensil tray, K-Cup insert, and cutlery tray. See the full line of wood drawer inserts here.
Warranty: A lifetime warranty is provided for the metal undermount Quadro drawer glides, and a five year warranty is provided on the material and workmanship of the dovetail box under normal use.
Dovetail Drawer System with Soft Close [Features Summary]
- Soft Close / Silent Close Drawer Slides
- 5/8″ Solid Birch Drawers with Dovetail Joinery
- Undermount Quadro Drawer Glides with Steel Ball Bearings for lasting user convenience
- Full Extension Glides, 520 mm
- Heavy Load Capacity, 30 KG [66 lb]
- Deep Side on Large Drawers
- 1/4” Birch Plywood Bottom
- Dovetail Box by Superior Cabinets, Glides by Hettich
Why Choose Wood Dovetail Drawers? Choose the Finger Jointed Birch Dovetail drawers if you appreciate the quality and warmth of wood and fine craftsmanship in your home.
Metal Double-Walled Drawer System [The Pinnacle Drawer]
Many homeowners, home builders, renovators, and interior designers choose a metal double-walled drawer system for convenience, longevity, and style. This is the perfect option if you appreciate the sleek look, ultimate functionality, and simple ease of use.
Durable Metal Scratch Resistant Slides: These drawer boxes are made to last, featuring durable metal scratch-resistant slides by Hettich. They are easy to clean and maintain.
Choose Your Color: Homeowners can choose from Silver Gray or Anthracite Black. This is a great way to add a unique style element to the inside of your cabinets for a personalized feel.
Full Box / Concealed Sides: These drawer boxes come with an additional matching side plate to conceal the sides. They fit perfectly beneath the stability and adjustment arm on each side.
Built for the Heavy Loads: The Pinnacle Drawer System comes equipped with a double-walled design drawer box. Here, the drawer glides/runners fit into the drawer sides for a sleek and concealed look. These have steel ball bearings and a 30 KG [66 lb] weight capacity, perfect for heavy items.
Full Extension Access: This system comes with full extension glides, with an opening capability of 520 mm, making all items in the drawer fully visible and accessible.
Soft Close / Silent Close Drawer Slides: Is always included with the Pinncalce Drawer System.
Easy Homeowner Adjustments: Built with the homeowner in mind, these drawers are so easy to adjust so homeowners can keep them aligned. Convenient, as seasonal adjustments for drawer glides and fronts should be done at least twice a year by the homeowner. See our resources page for drawer box adjustment information.
Inserts Available: Optimize the inside of your kitchen cabinets with functional accessories. There are many functional inserts for the Pinnacle Drawer system, which include cutlery trays, utensil trays, knife storage inserts, and more. See the full line of drawer inserts here.
Warranty: A lifetime warranty is provided for the metal Pinnacle drawer glide parts supplied in Superior Cabinets under normal use.
Pinnacle Drawer System with Soft Close [Features Summary]
- Available in Silver Gray or Anthracite Black
- Soft Close / Silent Close Drawer Slides
- Double-walled system with Steel Ball Bearings for lasting user convenience
- Full Extension Glides, 520 mm
- Heavy Load Capacity, 30 KG [66 lb]
- Durable Metal Scratch Resistant Powder Coated Drawer Sides
- Full 5/8” Thermofused Melamine Bottom and Back
- Concealed Side Plate with Stability Arm on the side on Large Drawers
- German Designed and Engineered by Hettich
Why Choose Pinnacle Drawers? Choose the Pinnacle drawer system if you are looking for a no-fuss function, a unique style element for the inside of your cabinets and if you appreciate easy adjustments and homeowner maintenance.
SUMMARY
Whether you select a Wood Dovetail Box or a Metal Double-Walled Drawer System, you can’t go wrong. Both offer attractive and durable designs, enhanced functionality, and a selection of smart storage insert options. Read more on Choosing the Right Cabinet Drawer System for more decision-making considerations.
The Superior Cabinets drawer systems and slides are perfect for the kitchen, bathroom, bar, laundry room, mudroom, entertainment unit, fireplace, and home office. All drawer hardware is made by Hettich, an innovative leader in European-engineered and manufactured furniture and cabinetry hardware. Read more about the Standard Cabinet Features by Superior Cabinets.
If you have any questions about either of these drawer options, please contact an Authorized Superior Cabinets Dealer Partner in the USA today.
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