Cabinet Handle Drill Templates

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These cabinet door and drawer handle drilling templates are specifically designed for handles with 2 screws and a 3-inch screw spacing. To create a matching set, make both left and right hand versions of the door template by mirroring the STL file in your slicer (Gcode generator). The screw holes on the door template should be precisely placed 1.75 inches from the narrow side and 1.5 inches from the long side. For Shaker style cabinets like those I installed, a 3-inch wide border frame is ideal, placing handles perfectly centered within that frame. However, you may need to adjust this setting for your specific cabinet design. For the drawer template, it should easily snap into place on top drawers without any issues. To use it effectively, simply mark the left-to-right center on a piece of tape and align the template accordingly. For taller, lower drawers, apply a piece of tape on the front to mark the center of the drawer height, utilizing the central hole in the template as a guide. A helpful tip is to carefully drill your first screw hole before securing the template with a screw. This will keep everything in place and ensure accurate drilling. When buying handles, consider spending a bit more for solid ones instead of hollow ones. Solid handles made from stainless steel are a great choice because they provide perpendicular leg screws, allowing for precise alignment and utilization of drill templates like these. I personally purchased my solid stainless steel handles from Amazon.com.