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Adjusting drawer runners

Drawer runners may require adjustment because of wear or simply because they were misaligned when the unit was constructed. Adjustment is a straightforward process of re-fixing the runner
Tools and materials
Screwdriver, mini spirit level, bradawl
Unscrew the runner, ideally leaving the rear screw in place. Position a level on the runner and use a bradawl to mark new fixing holes. Screw the runner back in place. Reposition the drawer and check for improved operation. Re-adjust if necessary.

Extracted from DIY- Know How With Show How published by Dorling Kindersley, price £25.00. Copyright © 2006 Dorling Kindersley Ltd, Text copyright © 2006 Julian Cassell and Peter Parham



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