Looking for a reliable and cost-effective drawer solution? Our Plastic Dowel Fix Drawer Runners are designed specifically for wooden drawers, offering smooth operation, easy installation and long-lasting durability. Manufactured from strong PPC plastic, these runners are ideal for use in cabinet making, joinery workshops and volume furniture production.
Whether you are producing furniture in volume or working on bespoke cabinetry, dowel fix runners offer an efficient and cost-effective option for drawer construction.
Fast Installation – dowel fixings align with standard 32mm system holes, speeding up assembly.
Durable Plastic Material – PPC is resistant to everyday wear and provides long service life.
Smooth Operation – ensures drawers open and close with ease.
These drawer runners are suitable for a wide range of furniture and joinery projects, including:
These plastic drawer runners are manufactured using 100% recycled materials, helping to save thousands of tonnes of plastic waste from reaching landfill each year. This makes them a more sustainable option without compromising on performance.
Please note: as with all recycled materials, there may be a slight variation in colour between batches.
Plastic dowel fix drawer runners are widely used in the furniture industry due to their simplicity and reliability. Unlike ball-bearing or heavy-duty slides, these runners are designed for lightweight drawers where cost efficiency and easy assembly are priorities.
Because they are fixed with dowels, they integrate seamlessly into drilled furniture panels, making them ideal for manufacturers working with standard 32mm drilling patterns.
Q: What are dowel fix drawer runners?
A: Dowel fix drawer runners are lightweight plastic guides that allow wooden drawers to open and close smoothly. The dowels are knocked into pre-drilled holes in the cabinet side, and a groove on the drawer side fits over the runner.
Q: Are plastic drawer runners strong enough for everyday use?
A: Yes. While they are not designed for heavy-duty loads like ball-bearing runners, PPC plastic runners are durable and reliable for light to medium-duty furniture applications.
Q: How easy are they to fit?
A: Very easy. The 4 x 8mm dowels are compatible with standard 32mm drilling systems, making installation quick and consistent in both manufacturing and workshop environments.
Q: What size drawers are these suitable for?
A: The runners measure 320mm in length, making them ideal for small to medium-sized wooden drawers used in cabinets, wardrobes and storage units.
Q: Do they come in different colours?
A: The standard colour is white, however, they can be produced in any colour for large volume orders.
Q: Can I buy in bulk?
A: Absolutely, these drawer runners are ideal for manufacturers and joiners working on volume production projects.
Complete your project with more than just drawer runners. We stock a wide selection of hinges, locks, latches, connectors and fittings to support every stage of cabinet and furniture construction. Whether you need Accuride heavy-duty slides, concealed drawer runners, or furniture fasteners, you’ll find high-quality solutions designed for manufacturers and joinery workshops.
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