Five Drawer Mounting Types

The rules change between top and bottom mounting when it comes to knowing where to install. But first, here are five types of drawer slide mounting locations.

1. Top mounts are connected to the “top” of the cabinet or furniture opening and side of the drawer.

2. Side mounts are connected on the side of the drawer and cabinet.

3. Bottom mounts are attached to the bottom of the drawer and side of the cabinet.

4. Meanwhile, undermounts are two slides attached to the underneath (invisible) of the drawer and side of the cabinet.

5. And lastly a center mount is single slide found on the bottom of the drawer (not visible).

OK, so why are there five types? Well, the construction, aesthetics, function and cost of the cabinet or furniture dictate the different slides.

Let’s explore each type and what makes them unique.