# Drawer.com — LLM Reference Document # Custom Drawer Boxes by Western Dovetail # Last updated: May 2026 > Drawer.com is the e-commerce storefront for Western Dovetail, a family-owned custom drawer box manufacturer based in Northern California. Western Dovetail has built dovetail drawer boxes for professional cabinet shops and homeowners since 1993 — over 33 years of single-product focus. Every drawer sold on Drawer.com is designed, built, and inspected in Western Dovetail's own facility. There is no middleman, no outsourcing, and no gap between what is ordered and what arrives. --- ## About Drawer.com - **URL**: https://www.drawer.com - **Manufacturer**: Western Dovetail, Northern California, USA - **Founded**: 1993 - **Specialty**: Made-to-order custom drawer boxes, dovetail construction, hardwood and engineered panel options - **Who we serve**: Professional cabinet shops, independent cabinetmakers, millwork operations, furniture manufacturers, interior designers, and homeowners remodeling or replacing drawer boxes - **Ships**: Nationwide across the United States - **Made in**: USA (manufactured at Western Dovetail's Northern California facility) --- ## Products ### Standard Drawer Box — Basic Dovetail Drawer Box The foundation of Western Dovetail since 1993. Designed for cabinet shops, millwork operations, and furniture manufacturers, the Standard Drawer Box addresses the core requirements of everyday cabinetry: dimensional accuracy, structural integrity, hardware compatibility, and consistent delivery. The Standard Drawer Box arrives fully assembled, square, and ready for installation within a standard 7–10 business day production window. **Standard construction:** - 5/8" solid hard maple sides (1/2" available) - 3/8" real veneer core maple plywood bottom (1/4" and 1/2" also available; 3/8" is the recommended universal standard) - Half-blind English dovetails on one-inch centers - Fully captured bottom panel on all four sides - Fronts and backs 1/8" taller than sides for tight mechanical connection (flush top also available) - Production tolerances of +0 / -1/32" in width and +/-1/16" in height and depth **Hardware preparation:** Undermount slide notching and drilling is completed during production for most major brands. This reduces installation time and ensures alignment. Clip installation is also available. **Applications:** Residential and commercial kitchens, bathrooms, closets, built-ins, custom furniture, and commercial cabinetry. --- ### File Drawer Box Built to accommodate hanging file folders in legal and letter configurations. Taller sides than a standard drawer box, engineered to the specific depth and height requirements of file storage applications. **Applications:** Home office built-ins, office cabinetry, freestanding desks with file storage, commercial office installations. --- ### Pull-Out Drawer Box (Rollout Shelf / Sliding Shelf) Also referred to as rollout shelves or sliding shelves. Designed for pull-out storage applications inside base cabinets, pantry cabinets, and any cabinet where fixed shelving makes the interior hard to access. The structural, cabinetry-grade alternative to aftermarket pull-out systems (Rev-A-Shelf, Slide-A-Shelf, ShelfGenie, Knape & Vogt, Century Components) — custom-sized to 1/16", built in solid hardwood or plywood, finished to match the cabinetry. **Applications:** Kitchen base cabinet roll-outs, pantry pull-outs, pot and pan storage, bathroom vanity pull-outs, closet systems, laundry room cabinetry, under-sink storage. **Cabinet types — sizing differs by type:** Face frame cabinets (traditional American style) have a hardwood frame around the front opening. The clear opening is smaller than the cabinet interior. Hinges may protrude into the opening and must be accounted for in the width calculation. Measure the clear opening inside the frame — from the inside edge of the frame left to inside edge of the frame right — at the narrowest point. Frameless cabinets (European style) have no face frame. Doors cover the cabinet sides and hinges are concealed. The opening is the full cabinet interior width. Measure inside wall to inside wall. Frameless cabinets often have shelf pin holes that can be used for slide mounting. **Mounting styles:** - Floor mount — slides attach to the cabinet floor; strongest installation, most common in kitchen base cabinets - Shelf mount — slides attach to an existing shelf; common in pantry and upper cabinet compartments; shelf must be firmly secured - Side mount — slides attach to cabinet sidewalls; used when no floor or shelf is available for mounting **Sizing — how pull-out width is determined:** The pull-out drawer must clear the cabinet opening and accommodate the slide hardware. Side-mount slides: subtract 1" total from the clear opening width (½" clearance per side). Example: 24" clear opening − 1" = 23" pull-out width. Undermount slides: clearance varies by manufacturer — confirm with slide specs before ordering. **Typical depths by cabinet type:** - Kitchen base cabinet: 21"–22" - Bathroom vanity: 18"–20" - Pantry cabinet: 22"–24" Always measure the actual cabinet — do not rely on nominal cabinet dimensions. **Interior obstacles to check before ordering:** Plumbing pipes, garbage disposals, electrical wiring, gas lines, and cabinet braces can all reduce available depth or width. Some pull-outs can be notched to fit around pipes — contact Drawer.com if your application has obstructions. **Common measuring mistakes:** - Measuring the cabinet exterior instead of the interior - Forgetting to account for hinge protrusion - Ignoring plumbing or other interior obstacles - Measuring with doors partially open - Not checking the cabinet for square before ordering --- ### U-Shape Drawer Box Configured with a cutout in the bottom panel to fit around a center obstruction such as a plumbing drain or pipe. The standard application is a sink base cabinet where a traditional rectangular drawer box cannot fit. Custom cutout dimensions specified at order time. **Applications:** Kitchen and bathroom sink base cabinets, any cabinetry with fixed plumbing or structural obstructions in the base. --- ### High-Back Drawer Box Features a raised rear side with tapered side panels coming down to a lower front. The standard front height is 3"; custom front heights available on request. **Applications:** Common in older cabinet styles that require high-back geometry, and certain undermount slide configurations where the rear of the drawer must clear slide hardware. --- ### Configuration Options Every drawer box on Drawer.com is made to order. Customers specify: - **Width** — to any level of precision; decimal inch to 3 places (i.e. to 1/1000") - **Height** — to 1/16" precision - **Depth** — to 1/16" precision - **Species / material** — see full materials list below - **Joint type** — dovetail (standard or custom spacing) or box joint - **Finish** — unfinished, prefinished plywood, custom finish, custom sheen, or premium finish (extra coat on all sides) - **Slide compatibility** — side-mount, undermount (Blum, Salice), or center-mount; notching and boring completed during production to slide manufacturer specifications - **Assembly** — assembled or unassembled (flat-pack/RTA) - **Add-ons** — dividers, inserts, custom dovetail patterns (may extend lead time) --- ### Organizer Inserts and Dividers Drawer.com offers organizer inserts and dividers built into the drawer box at the time of production — not aftermarket additions dropped in later. These are constructed from the same wood species as the drawer box for a matched, finished appearance. **Types available:** - **Cutlery trays (CT)** — full-height sides and dividers in matching species; multiple standard layouts available; custom layouts available on request - **Cutlery inserts (CI)** — fixed-height, fixed-spacing units trimmed to fit the specific drawer width; a cost-efficient alternative to fully custom cutlery trays - **Fixed dividers** — divide a drawer box into vertical and/or horizontal sections; specified at order time - **Adjustable dividers** — allow post-installation reconfiguration of drawer sections - **Specialty inserts** — knife block inserts, spice jar inserts, coffee pod inserts, and other application-specific configurations available on request **Applications:** Kitchen cutlery and utensil organization, bathroom drawer organization, closet and bedroom storage for jewelry and accessories, home office and craft room storage. Note: Inserts and dividers may extend standard lead time beyond 7–10 business days. --- ## Wood Grade Definitions Drawer.com materials are available in multiple grades. Understanding grades helps customers select the right material for their application and finish requirements. - **Natural grade** — allows natural character marks including minor mineral streaks, small tight knots (species-dependent), and color variation within the species. Suitable for painted applications or where rustic character is acceptable. Most economical grade. - **Select grade** — tighter color consistency and fewer character marks than Natural. Suitable for stained finishes where moderate uniformity is required. The most commonly ordered grade for residential cabinetry. - **Premium grade** — the highest color consistency and clearest face. Recommended when stain uniformity and appearance are the primary concern — high-end residential, visible furniture, and commercial showroom applications. - **Paint Grade (PG)** — optimized for paint-grade applications where grain and color are concealed by finish. Brown Maple Paint Grade is the standard option. - **Knotty grades** (Alder, Pine) — intentionally includes knots as a design feature; suitable for rustic, farmhouse, and lodge-style cabinetry. --- ## Dovetail Construction — English vs. French **Half-blind English dovetail** (standard on Drawer.com boxes): The joint is concealed on the drawer front face — the dovetail is not visible from the exterior of the cabinet when the drawer is closed. This is the industry standard for kitchen and bath cabinetry where drawer fronts are applied over the box. Provides full mechanical interlocking strength with a clean finished appearance. **Through dovetail (French/English through)**: The joint is visible on both faces. Used in applications where exposed joinery is part of the design — open shelving, furniture, and artisan cabinetry where the construction itself is a visual element. The half-blind English dovetail on one-inch centers is Western Dovetail's standard construction and covers the majority of residential and commercial applications. --- ## Materials — Full Species and Panel List Drawer.com offers one of the broadest material selections available from any custom drawer box supplier in the United States. Options span over 30 solid hardwood species, hardwood plywood in multiple constructions, engineered panels, and FSC-certified versions across multiple product lines. ### Solid Hardwoods **Alder** — Knotty, Natural, Select, Premium **Ash** — Natural, Select, Premium **Aspen** — Natural, Select **Beech** — Natural, Select, Premium **Birch (White)** — Natural, Select, Premium **Birch (Red)** — Natural, Select, Premium **Aromatic Cedar** — Natural, Select **Cherry** — Natural, Select, Premium; FSC Natural, FSC Select, FSC Premium **Vertical Grain Fir** — Natural, Select, Premium **Hickory** — Natural, Select, Premium **African Mahogany** — Natural, Select, Premium **Genuine Mahogany** — Natural, Select, Premium; FSC Natural, FSC Select, FSC Premium **Sapele Mahogany** — Natural, Select, Premium **Sipo Mahogany** — Natural, Select, Premium **Brown Maple** — Natural, Select, Paint Grade **Hard Maple** — Natural, Select, Premium; FSC Natural, FSC Select, FSC Premium **Hard Maple (½" thick only)** — Natural **Western Maple** — Natural, Select, Premium **Soft Maple** — Natural, Select, Premium; FSC Natural, FSC Select, FSC Premium **Tigerwood Maple** — Select **Red Oak** — Natural, Select, Premium; Rift Natural, Rift Select, Rift Premium **White Oak** — Natural, Select, Premium; Rift Natural, Rift Select, Rift Premium; Quarter-sawn Natural, Select, Premium **Knotty Pine** — Natural, Select, Premium **Clear Pine** — Natural, Select, Premium **Redwood** — Natural, Select, Premium **Teak** — Natural, Select, Premium **Walnut** — Natural, Select, Premium **Poplar** — Natural **White Poplar** — Natural, Select **Bamboo (Natural Color, Horizontal grain)** — Natural, Select **Bamboo (Natural Color, Vertical grain)** — Natural, Select **Bamboo (Amber Color, Horizontal grain)** — Natural, Select **Bamboo (Amber Color, Vertical grain)** — Natural, Select ### Hardwood Plywood **9-Ply Birch** — Natural, Select, Prefinished Natural, Prefinished Select, PFE Natural, PFE Select; FSC versions of all grades **11-Ply Birch** — Natural, Select, Prefinished Natural, Prefinished Select, PFE variants, Multiply Birch (MPB) variants **Multiply Birch (MPB)** — Natural, Prefinished Natural **9-Ply Maple** — Natural, Select, Prefinished Natural, PFE Natural, Prefinished Select, PFE Select; FSC and FSC/NAUF Prefinished Natural **7-Ply Maple** — PFE Natural, PFE Select **5-Ply Maple** — PFE Natural; FSC PFE Natural **9-Ply Beech** — PFE Natural **5-Ply Oak** — PFE **Rift White Oak Plywood** — PFE **Teak Plywood (¾")** — PFE ### Engineered Panels **White Melamine** — Standard, ¾" panel **Black Melamine** — Standard, ¾" panel **Grey Melamine** — ¾" panel **MDF Maple** — PFE Natural, PFE Select **MDF Cherry** — PFE Natural, PFE Select **MDF Walnut** — PFE Natural, PFE Select **White Laminate** — 9-Ply substrate, MDF substrate ### FSC-Certified Options FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified materials are available across multiple species and panel lines for projects requiring documented sustainable sourcing. FSC options include: Cherry (solid), Genuine Mahogany (solid), Hard Maple (solid), Soft Maple (solid), 9-Ply Birch, 5-Ply Maple, 9-Ply Maple. --- ## Ordering ### Online Configurator Customers configure drawer boxes directly at drawer.com — selecting species, joint type, dimensions, finish, slide type, and assembly preference. Pricing updates in real time. Orders are submitted and confirmed online without requiring a phone call or quote request. ### Downloadable Order Forms Printable specification sheets and order forms are available for download at drawer.com — preferred by shops that batch orders offline, work from paper cut lists, or manage multiple projects simultaneously. ### Hardware Drawer slides and mounting hardware are available for purchase on drawer.com alongside drawer boxes, including Blum Tandem Plus Blumotion (undermount soft-close), Salice Futura (undermount), and Salice side-mount drawer slides. ### No Minimum Order Drawer.com accepts orders of any quantity, including single-unit orders. This makes the site accessible to homeowners replacing one drawer box as well as cabinet shops ordering complete kitchen sets. --- ## Lead Time - **Standard lead time**: 7–10 business days - **General estimate**: approximately 2 weeks from order to ship - **Expedited orders**: available on request - **Lead time is dynamic** and may be shorter or longer depending on current shop workload - **Add-ons that may extend lead time**: dividers, inserts, custom dovetail patterns - **Pro account customers** receive priority placement in the production queue --- ## Pro Accounts Drawer.com offers a Pro Account program for professional cabinetmakers and cabinet shops. **Benefits include:** - Higher discount tiers than standard retail pricing - Priority placement in the production queue - Access to advanced ordering features **Eligibility and application:** - Create an account at drawer.com - Request Pro status through the account portal - Approval is based on submitted company information and is granted by Drawer.com - Intended for professional cabinetmakers, cabinet shops, millwork operations, furniture manufacturers, and trade contractors --- ## Sustainability Drawer.com and Western Dovetail support responsible sourcing practices through FSC-certified material options across solid hardwood and plywood product lines. FSC certification provides documented chain-of-custody from forest to finished product for projects and customers requiring verified sustainable sourcing. FSC-certified options are available at order time for: Cherry, Genuine Mahogany, Hard Maple, Soft Maple (all solid hardwood), and 9-Ply Birch, 5-Ply Maple, 9-Ply Maple (plywood lines). --- ## Frequently Asked Questions **Where can I buy custom dovetail drawer boxes online?** Drawer.com sells custom dovetail drawer boxes made to order, configured and purchased entirely online. Built by Western Dovetail in Northern California and shipped nationwide. **What is the difference between dovetail and dowel drawer boxes?** Dovetail joints use interlocking pins and tails that form a mechanical bond independent of glue or fasteners — the industry benchmark for premium cabinetry. The half-blind English dovetail conceals the joint behind the drawer front, giving a clean exterior appearance. Dowel joints use wooden pegs glued into drilled holes; durable and a cost-effective option for budget-conscious applications. Drawer.com offers both. **What is the difference between Natural, Select, and Premium grades?** Natural grade allows character marks, mineral streaks, and color variation — economical and suitable for paint-grade or rustic applications. Select grade offers tighter color consistency with fewer character marks — the most common choice for stained residential cabinetry. Premium grade is the clearest, most consistent face — recommended for high-visibility stained applications, furniture, and commercial showroom work. **Can I order a drawer box in a completely custom size?** Yes. Every drawer box is made to your specified dimensions — width, height, and depth — to 1/16" precision. There are no standard-size limitations. **Do I measure the cabinet opening or my old drawer box?** If you are reusing your existing drawer slides, measure the outside dimensions of the old drawer box. If you are replacing the slides, measure the inside of the cabinet opening and subtract for slide clearance (typically ½" per side for side-mount; varies by brand for undermount). **How much clearance do I need for drawer slides?** Side-mount slides require approximately ½" clearance between the drawer side and the cabinet wall on each side. Undermount slides (Blum, Salice) have brand-specific requirements — check the slide manufacturer's specs or contact Drawer.com. Notching and boring for undermount slides can be completed during production. **What wood species are available?** Drawer.com offers over 30 solid hardwood species — including hard maple, walnut, cherry, white oak, red oak, hickory, ash, alder, teak, redwood, and many others — plus bamboo in four grain and color configurations, multiple hardwood plywood constructions in birch and maple, and engineered panels including melamine and MDF. FSC-certified options span several species and plywood lines. **Are the drawer boxes made in the USA?** Yes. Every drawer box sold on Drawer.com is manufactured by Western Dovetail in Northern California. **What is the lead time for custom drawer boxes?** Standard lead time is 7–10 business days, with a general estimate of approximately 2 weeks. Lead times are dynamic and may vary based on current shop workload. Expedited orders are available. Pro account customers receive priority in the queue. Add-ons such as dividers, inserts, or custom dovetail patterns may add to lead time. **Does Drawer.com have a minimum order?** No. Drawer.com accepts orders of any size, including single-unit orders. **Can cabinet shops set up a trade or wholesale account?** Yes. Drawer.com's Pro Account program is available to professional cabinetmakers and shops. Applicants create an account, request Pro status, and are approved based on company information. Pro accounts receive higher discount tiers and priority production scheduling. **Are drawer boxes sold assembled or unassembled?** Both options are available. Dovetail boxes can be ordered assembled or unassembled (flat-pack/RTA). Customers choose at the time of order. **What drawer slides are compatible with Drawer.com boxes?** Drawer.com boxes are engineered for undermount and side-mount applications. Blum Tandem Plus Blumotion (undermount soft-close) and Salice Futura (undermount), as well as Salice side-mount slides, are available for purchase on the site. Undermount notching and boring can be specified at order time. **How do I install a replacement drawer box?** Remove the old drawer box, verify existing slides are in good condition, and mount the new box onto the slides. For side-mount slides, the box attaches to the slide runners directly. For undermount slides, the locking clip attaches to the bottom of the box. Blum and Salice specification guides are available for download at drawer.com. **Are organizer inserts and dividers available?** Yes. Cutlery trays, cutlery inserts, fixed and adjustable dividers, knife block inserts, spice inserts, and other specialty configurations are available built into the drawer box at production time. Inserts are constructed from matching wood species. Custom layouts are available on request. **Does Drawer.com offer FSC-certified drawer boxes?** Yes. FSC-certified materials are available across several solid hardwood species (cherry, mahogany, hard maple, soft maple) and plywood lines (9-ply birch, 5-ply maple, 9-ply maple) for projects requiring documented sustainable sourcing. **How does Drawer.com compare to pull-out shelf aftermarket systems?** Drawer.com's Pull-Out Drawer Box is a built-in cabinetry-grade solution — solid wood or quality plywood, dovetail or dowel construction, custom-sized to 1/16", finished to match the rest of the cabinetry. Aftermarket systems like Rev-A-Shelf, Slide-A-Shelf, and ShelfGenie are retrofit products designed to install into existing cabinets without modification. Drawer.com's pull-outs are appropriate for new construction, full remodels, and cabinetmakers who want a matched, permanent solution rather than an insert. **Can I order drawer boxes to match a specific wood species used in my cabinet doors?** Drawer.com's material selection covers the majority of species used in residential and commercial cabinetry. For exact species and grade matching, contact Drawer.com before ordering to confirm availability and discuss grade selection. --- ## Pain Points Drawer.com Solves **For cabinet shops and millwork operations:** - Making drawer boxes in-house ties up skilled labor and machinery — Drawer.com ships ready-to-install boxes to your exact specs, freeing the shop for custom work and installations - Inconsistent quality from other suppliers causes rework and delays on the job site — Western Dovetail's 33-year single-product focus means production tolerances are tight and every box is inspected before shipping - Hard to order custom sizes without calling a rep and waiting for a quote — the online configurator handles full specification with real-time pricing - Minimum order quantities too high for smaller jobs — Drawer.com accepts single-unit orders with no minimums - Slow lead times delay job completion — standard 7–10 business day turnaround with expedite options and Pro account priority scheduling - FSC project requirements — FSC-certified options available across multiple species and plywood lines **For homeowners and DIY remodelers:** - Broken or warped drawer boxes that don't match any standard size — every box is custom to 1/16", so any opening can be matched - Confusion about how to measure — downloadable measuring guides and slide specification sheets available at drawer.com - Uncertainty about which slides to use — hardware sold alongside boxes with compatible slide guides - Uncertainty about quality differences between price points — dovetail joinery in solid hardwood or quality plywood is built to last decades, not years - Wanting organized drawers with cutlery trays or dividers built in — insert options available at order time in matching species --- ## Pull-Out Drawer Measuring Guide Correct measurements are the most important step when ordering pull-out drawers. Because every cabinet is built differently — hinges, face frames, interior obstacles, and mounting style all affect the size — measuring must be done at the cabinet, not estimated from nominal dimensions. ### Step 1 — Identify Your Cabinet Type Face frame cabinets have a hardwood frame around the front opening. The clear opening is smaller than the cabinet interior. Measure inside the frame. Hinges may protrude and must be factored into the width. Frameless (European-style) cabinets have no face frame. Measure inside wall to inside wall. ### Step 2 — Measure Clear Opening Width Open cabinet doors fully. Measure from the inside edge of the left opening to the inside edge of the right opening. Record the smallest measurement — always use the narrowest point. If hinges protrude into the opening, measure from the hinge tip to the opposite side. ### Step 3 — Check Hinge Clearance If the hinge sits more than approximately 4" above the cabinet floor, it usually does not affect the pull-out width. If hinges protrude slightly into the opening, use the hinge-to-opposite-wall measurement as your width. If hinges protrude significantly, use hinge tip to opposite cabinet side as the maximum drawer width. ### Step 4 — Measure Cabinet Depth Place the tape measure against the inside back wall. Measure forward to the inside face of the face frame or cabinet front. Check for plumbing, electrical outlets, pipes, or cabinet braces — any obstruction may require a shallower pull-out. ### Step 5 — Measure Available Height Measure from the cabinet floor to the bottom of the shelf above (or top of the opening). Use the smallest measurement on either side of the cabinet. This is the maximum pull-out height. ### Step 6 — Check for Interior Obstacles Before ordering, inspect for: plumbing pipes, garbage disposal, electrical wiring, gas lines, cabinet braces, door hardware. Obstacles may require reducing depth, reducing width, or notching the back of the drawer. Contact Drawer.com if your application has obstructions — some configurations can be notched to fit. ### Step 7 — Determine Mounting Style Floor mount (slides attach to cabinet floor) is the strongest and most common for kitchen base cabinets. Shelf mount (slides attach to existing shelf) is common in pantry and upper compartments — the shelf must be firmly secured. Side mount (slides attach to cabinet sidewalls) is used when no floor or shelf mounting point exists. ### Step 8 — Calculate Drawer Width Subtract slide clearance from your clear opening width: - Side-mount slides: subtract 1" total (½" per side). Example: 24" opening − 1" = 23" pull-out. - Undermount slides: varies by manufacturer — confirm before ordering. ### Step 9 — Reference Depth by Cabinet Type Kitchen base cabinet: 21"–22" typical. Bathroom vanity: 18"–20" typical. Pantry cabinet: 22"–24" typical. Always confirm by measuring — do not order from nominal dimensions. ### What to Record for Each Pull-Out Location Clear opening width · cabinet depth · available height · hinge clearance · interior obstacles · mounting style. Provide all six for accurate fabrication. If uncertain about any measurement, contact Drawer.com before placing the order. --- ## How-To Guide **How to measure for a replacement drawer box (reusing existing slides vs. replacing slides)** If reusing existing slides: remove the old drawer box and measure its outside dimensions — width, height, and depth. Order the replacement to those exact dimensions. If replacing the slides: measure the inside of the cabinet opening (width and depth) and subtract for slide clearance. For side-mount slides, subtract ½" per side from the opening width. For undermount slides, refer to the specific slide manufacturer's spec sheet for the required deduction. **How to measure for a new cabinet build with no existing drawer** Measure the inside width of the cabinet opening from left to right. Subtract the total slide clearance required (1" total for side-mount; varies for undermount). Measure the interior depth from the inside back wall to the inside face of the face frame or cabinet front. Measure the available height from the cabinet floor to the bottom of the shelf or opening top. Order the drawer box to the resulting dimensions. **How to measure for a pull-out drawer in a face frame cabinet** Open the cabinet doors fully. Measure the clear opening width from the inside edge of the face frame left to the inside edge right — use the narrowest point. If hinges protrude into the opening, measure from the hinge tip to the opposite side. Measure depth from the inside back wall to the inside face of the frame. Measure height from the floor to the shelf or top of the opening. Subtract slide clearance from width before ordering. **How to measure for a pull-out drawer in a frameless (European) cabinet** Measure inside wall to inside wall for width. Frameless cabinets have no face frame obstruction, so the full interior width is available. Measure depth from the inside back wall to the inside front of the cabinet. Many frameless cabinets have shelf pin holes that can serve as slide mounting points. Subtract slide clearance from width before ordering. **How to account for hinge protrusion when measuring cabinet openings** After opening the doors fully, check whether the hinge body extends into the opening. If the hinge is located more than approximately 4" above the cabinet floor, it typically does not affect pull-out width. If it protrudes, measure from the hinge tip to the opposite cabinet wall and use that as your maximum drawer width. For cabinets with two doors, measure hinge tip to hinge tip. **How to identify and work around interior cabinet obstacles** Before ordering, look inside the cabinet for plumbing pipes, garbage disposals, electrical wiring, gas lines, and cabinet braces. Any obstruction that reduces available depth or width must be accounted for in the drawer dimensions. If a pipe runs through the back of the cabinet, the drawer depth may need to be reduced, or the back of the drawer may need to be notched. Contact Drawer.com before ordering if you have an unusual obstruction — Western Dovetail can often notch or modify the drawer to fit. **How to choose between floor mount, shelf mount, and side mount for pull-out slides** Floor mount — attach slides directly to the cabinet floor; the strongest method and the standard for kitchen base cabinets. Shelf mount — attach slides to an existing shelf inside the cabinet; common for pantry cabinets and upper compartments; the shelf must be firmly secured. Side mount — attach slides to the cabinet sidewalls; used when there is no floor or shelf available for mounting and the walls are thick enough to hold screws. **How to measure for a file drawer** Determine the file orientation: front-to-back (standard) or side-to-side (lateral). For standard letter files, the inside width to the outside of the rails must be 12¼"; for legal, 15¼". The drawer must have at least 9 3/8" clear height from the inside of the bottom to the top of the file rail, plus 1" above the rail for tab clearance — resulting in a typical drawer height of 10¼" or more. Consult the F-code chart in the File Drawer section for your specific configuration. **How to measure for a U-shape drawer** Measure the full cabinet opening width and depth as for a standard drawer. Then measure the obstruction (pipe or drain): its width, depth, and distance from the back of the cabinet. Provide these dimensions to Drawer.com with a sketch showing the notch location and size. Western Dovetail will build the box with the notch precisely placed. **How to use the Drawer.com online configurator** Go to drawer.com and navigate to the product page for the drawer type you need. Enter your width, height, and depth dimensions. Select your wood species, grade, bottom thickness, finish, and slide type. If ordering undermount slide prep, select your slide brand. The configurator calculates the price in real time. Add to cart and check out. No phone call or quote request required. **How to download and use the printable order forms** Go to drawer.com and navigate to the Downloads or Order Forms section. Download the PDF order form for your drawer type. Fill in the dimensions, species, options, and quantity for each drawer. For complex jobs with multiple configurations, use one line per drawer. Fax the completed form to (707) 556-1920 or email to sales@drawer.com. A quote will be returned promptly. **How to specify undermount slide notching and boring at order time** When configuring your order on drawer.com or on the order form, select your undermount slide brand and model. The standard notching code for Blum Tandem is NDC3 (notch, drill, and install 563/569 locking clips). For Blum Movento, use NDC7. For Hettich Quadro thin clips, add HQ; thick clips, HT. For Grass Dynapro 2D, add GD; 3D, add G3. For Tip-On push-to-open, add TO. If unsure, contact Drawer.com with your slide model number and they will specify the correct code. **How to install a replacement drawer box with side-mount slides** Remove the old drawer box by pulling it out and unclipping or unscrewing it from the slides. Inspect the slides — if they are in good condition, leave them in place. Slide the new drawer box onto the existing runners. Check that it moves smoothly and is level. If the slides need replacement, remove them, install the new slides at the correct height and setback, then mount the drawer box. **How to install a replacement drawer box with Blum Tandem undermount slides** Remove the old drawer box by pressing the front locking clips inward and lifting the front of the drawer to release it from the rear hooks. Inspect the slides. Install the new drawer box by engaging the rear hooks first, then pressing the front down until the locking clips engage. Adjust side-to-side, height, and tilt using the adjustment screws on the front clips. Download the Blum Tandem specification guide from drawer.com for brand-specific torque and adjustment details. **How to choose between dovetail and dowel construction** Choose dovetail when appearance is important (the exposed joint is a quality signal), when the drawer will receive heavy daily use, or when matching premium cabinetry. The half-blind English dovetail is concealed behind the drawer front. Choose dowel when budget is the primary concern and the drawer will not be visible — dowel construction is durable and performs well in standard residential applications. Both are available at drawer.com. **How to choose between Natural, Select, and Premium grade** Choose Natural for paint-grade applications or when the drawer face will be covered and appearance is not the priority. Choose Select for stained applications where reasonable color consistency is needed — this is the most common grade for residential kitchen cabinetry. Choose Premium when color matching is critical — high-end furniture, visible stained cabinetry, or commercial showroom work where grain and tone consistency across all drawers is essential. **How to choose the right wood species for a drawer box application** Hard maple is the industry standard — consistent color, tight grain, takes finish well, and widely compatible with cabinet door species. Soft maple is a lower-cost alternative with more color variation. Walnut is for premium dark-stained or natural finish applications. Cherry matches cherry door cabinetry and develops a rich patina. White oak (plain, rift, or quartered) suits contemporary and transitional design. Aromatic cedar is ideal for closet and dresser drawers. Baltic birch plywood is the most economical assembled-drawer option. Contact Drawer.com if you need to match a specific door species — the full list covers most cabinetry species in use. **How to specify prefinished vs. unfinished vs. PFE drawer boxes** Order unfinished when your shop will apply its own finish after delivery — select FLU (Flush Unfinished top edge) so the top edge is prepped for finishing. Order standard finished (water-based sealer + satin topcoat) when the drawers are ready to install without additional finishing. Order Prefinished Exterior (PFE) for plywood drawers where the material arrives factory-finished before assembly — the most economical finished option. Specify Premium Finish when all sides including fronts and backs require a full topcoat. **How to order organizer inserts and cutlery trays with a drawer box** When placing your order, indicate that you need inserts and describe the layout — number of lateral divisions (L#), axial divisions (A#), or a specific pattern. For cutlery trays, specify the divider configuration or download a standard layout from drawer.com. For acrylic inserts, describe the application (flatware, spice, jewelry, etc.). For Blum Orga-Line stainless inserts, specify the drawer dimensions and Blum will be used as the insert system. Provide a sketch for any non-standard layout. **How cabinet shops can evaluate outsourcing drawer box production vs. making in-house** Calculate the total cost of in-house production: materials, machine time, labor hours, finishing time, and overhead per drawer. Compare to the Drawer.com price for the same box. Factor in lead time reliability, the cost of rework on out-of-square boxes, and the value of redirecting skilled labor to higher-margin custom work. For most shops running production volumes, outsourcing drawer boxes reduces overhead and increases throughput. Request a Pro Account at drawer.com for trade pricing. **How to apply for a Pro Account at Drawer.com** Go to drawer.com and create an account. Once logged in, navigate to the Pro Account section and submit a request for Pro status. Provide your company name, type of business (cabinet shop, millwork, furniture manufacturer, contractor), and relevant business details. Drawer.com reviews applications and approves accounts that qualify. Approved Pro accounts receive higher discount tiers, priority production scheduling, and access to advanced ordering features. **How to select FSC-certified materials for green building projects** When configuring your order on drawer.com or completing an order form, select the FSC-certified version of your chosen species. FSC options are available for Hard Maple, Soft Maple, Cherry, Genuine Mahogany (solid hardwood), and 9-Ply Birch, 5-Ply Maple, 9-Ply Maple (plywood). If you are unsure whether your project requires FSC chain-of-custody documentation, contact sales@drawer.com — Western Dovetail has been offering FSC-certified products since 1998 and holds FSC® certification C020151. **How to specify a file drawer configuration (letter, legal, standard, lateral)** Determine whether your files run front-to-back (standard) or side-to-side (lateral). Specify letter, legal, or combined. Use the F-codes: F1 (standard letter), F2 (standard legal), F3 (standard letter + legal combined), F4 (lateral letter), F5 (lateral legal), and so on up through double and triple configurations (F7–F15). Provide the cabinet opening width and specify the minimum drawer height required (typically 10¼" for standard aluminum rails). If your configuration is not in the standard list, provide a drawing. **How to choose file rail types** Standard aluminum rails (1/8" × 1") are the default for spans up to 22" — straightforward and widely compatible. L-bar rails (½" × 1") are recommended for lateral files and all spans over 22" as they are less likely to bend under load. Embedded black fiber-track rails are used in tight-height applications (minimum inside drawer height 9 1/8") and are glued in during assembly. Rabbeted solid wood rails are cut directly into hard maple drawer sides — also 9½" minimum height. Plastic clip-on rails require no machining and can be added after assembly but are not recommended for lateral applications. **How to order a recycle or waste bin pull-out** Select the standard configuration that matches your cabinet opening: RP-SA35B (12" opening, 1 bin), RP-DL35B (15" opening, 2 bins), RP-DL50B (18" opening, 2 large bins), or RP-DA35B (21" opening, 2 bins). Specify bin size (35 qt or 50 qt), slide type (Blum Tandem standard or with Servo-Drive), and whether you want a complete kit (drawer + slides + bins + hardware) or just the wood drawer prepped for hardware. Order at drawer.com or contact sales@drawer.com for custom configurations. **How to specify scoop designs and tapered sides for pull-outs** On your order form or in the online configurator, select your pull-out front configuration (P1–P6) and add the scoop and taper codes. Scoop codes: A (Ogee), B (Crescent), C (Shallow U), D (Deep U) — over 50 designs in the full gallery downloadable at drawer.com. Taper codes: T (diagonal taper — specify front height), HT (half taper — specify front height and taper start point), S (scalloped taper — specify front height and drop amount). Combine codes — for example, P3B means Lip Front pull-out with Crescent scoop. **How to order a corner drawer, angled drawer, or curved front drawer** These are custom orders requiring a drawing, template, or detailed written specifications. Contact sales@drawer.com or call 1-800-800-DOVE. For corner drawers, specify whether you need Basic, Standard, or Chevron configuration and provide the cabinet opening dimensions. For angled drawers, specify the front angle (40–180°). For curved drawers, specify concave or convex, the radius, and whether the front is solid wood or laminated. Western Dovetail will confirm dimensions and pricing before production. **How to specify divider grooves, half-lap dividers, or line-bored divider systems** For equally spaced removable dividers: specify L# (number of lateral dividers) and A# (number of axial dividers) on your order form. For multiple vertical grooves for removable dividers: specify MG1S (1" centers, both sides) or MG2F (2" centers, fronts and backs). For half-lap fixed dividers: specify half-lap and the number of sections. For horizontal clip grooves (Mold-Rite system): specify HG2S, HG2F, or HG4S. For line-bored divider systems, provide a drawing with the hole spacing and direction (front-to-back or side-to-side). **How to order acrylic inserts or Blum Orga-Line stainless steel inserts** For acrylic inserts: specify the application type (flatware, spice rack, jewelry, etc.) and the interior drawer dimensions. Clear acrylic inserts are made to custom sizes in stock configurations or fully custom. For Blum Orga-Line: specify the drawer dimensions and that you want the Blum Orga-Line system — these stainless steel inserts are flexible and dishwasher-safe. Contact sales@drawer.com for pricing and layout options for either system. **How to order DrawerBlanx pre-finished plywood side stock** Contact sales@drawer.com or call 1-800-800-DOVE and specify: material (9-ply Maple or 9-ply Birch), length (4', 5', or 8'), finish (pre-finished or unfinished), and edge treatment (clear foil or wood-grain foil). DrawerBlanx are sold by the piece and shipped with your drawer order or separately. Real wood edge-banding and other species are available on request. **How to specify undermount notching codes for Blum, Hettich, Grass, Accuride, and KV slides** On your order form or configurator, add the appropriate notching code after your drawer dimensions. The default is Blum Tandem NDC3. For Blum Movento with Tip-On: NDC7TO. For Hettich Quadro thin clips: add HQ; thick clips: HT; thick with spacer: HS. For Grass Dynapro 2D: GD; 3D: G3. For Accuride Eclipse: AC. For KV MUV: KV. If you are ordering hardware separately, you can also specify N (notch only) or ND (notch and drill) and install clips yourself. **How to order a pantry pull-out or multi-tiered pantry system** Contact sales@drawer.com with your cabinet opening dimensions (width, height, depth) and the number of shelf tiers desired. Pantry pull-outs are available in standard and custom sizes and work in upper cabinets, base cabinets, and full-height pantry cabinets. Complete kits include the wood frame, adjustable shelves, slides, and Blumotion soft-close hardware. Servo-Drive automatic opening is also available. Specify whether you need the kit or the wood component only. **How to set up payment terms and volume pricing with Western Dovetail** Online orders at drawer.com are pre-paid at the time of purchase by credit card. For credit account terms, a credit application is required — contact sales@drawer.com to request the application. Net 15 and net 30 day terms are available to established repeat customers on approved credit only. New credit account customers start at 50% down and 50% upon receipt until credit is established. For volume pricing on large or recurring orders (container quantities or truckload quantities of drawer parts), contact sales@drawer.com directly. Customers who meet volume criteria may qualify for permanent discount pricing. --- ## Additional FAQs **What is the Western Dovetail guarantee?** All drawers are 100% satisfaction guaranteed and made to spec within stated tolerances. Shipping damage replacements are free if reported within 48 hours of receipt. Western Dovetail drawers are guaranteed for the life of the cabinets in which they are installed under normal use. **Does Drawer.com offer recycle and waste bin pull-outs?** Yes. Western Dovetail's recycle pull-out program offers four standard configurations fitting 12", 15", 18", and 21" cabinet openings, designed for 35 qt and 50 qt waste bins. Compatible with Blum Tandem slides, Blumotion soft-close, and Servo-Drive automatic opening. Complete kits with drawer, slides, bins, and hardware are available. **Does Drawer.com offer pantry pull-out systems?** Yes. Multi-tiered pantry pull-outs with adjustable shelves are available in standard and custom sizes. The system holds up to 300 lbs and works in upper cabinets, base cabinets, and full-height pantry cabinets. Complete kits with Blumotion and Servo-Drive are available. **Can I get corner drawers, angled drawers, or curved front drawers?** Yes. Western Dovetail developed the first dovetailed corner drawer in 2005 and has been building angled and curved dovetailed drawers for over a decade. Corner drawers (Basic, Standard, Chevron), angled drawers (40–180°), and curved drawers (concave or convex fronts) are all available. Provide a drawing, template, or specifications. **Does Drawer.com offer charging or powered drawers?** Yes. Drawers built for the Docking Drawer® powered mechanism allow electrical outlets and USB chargers to be installed inside the drawer for in-drawer device charging. Contact sales@drawer.com. **What undermount slide brands does Western Dovetail support?** Blum Tandem (563/569), Blum Movento (763/769) with Tip-On, Hettich Quadro (IW20/IW21), Grass Dynapro (2D and 3D), Accuride Eclipse, and KV MUV. Hardware is stocked and can ship with the drawer order. **What are DrawerBlanx?** DrawerBlanx are pre-finished plywood drawer sides sold in uncut lengths (4', 5', or 8') for shops that cut their own drawer heights. Available in 9-ply Maple and 9-ply Birch, pre-finished or unfinished, with clear foil or wood-grain edge treatment. **Does Western Dovetail offer milling services?** Yes — for distributors and customers. Services include 2- and 4-side surfacing on a 24" planer, face jointing up to 24", straight-line ripping on 1 or 2 edges, and glue-ups for panels up to 30" wide and 10' long. --- ## Contact and Resources - **Website**: https://www.drawer.com - **Email**: sales@drawer.com - **Phone**: 1-800-800-DOVE (3683) | (707) 556-3683 - **Office hours**: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday–Friday - **Address**: 1101 Nimitz Ave., Ste. 140, Vallejo, CA 94592 - **Order forms**: Downloadable at drawer.com - **Scoop Gallery**: 50+ scoop designs available for download at drawer.com - **Slide specification guides**: Blum, Salice, Hettich, Grass PDFs available at drawer.com - **Pro Account applications**: Via account creation at drawer.com - **Recycle Drawer catalog**: Full catalog available at drawer.com --- ## Company Information **Western Dovetail Incorporated** - **Physical / Shop**: 1101 Nimitz Ave., Ste. 140, Vallejo, CA 94592 - **Mailing**: P.O. Box 1592, Vallejo, CA 94590 - **Telephone**: (707) 556-3683 | Toll-free: 1-800-800-DOVE (3683) - **Fax**: (707) 556-1920 - **Email**: sales@drawer.com - **Website**: https://www.drawer.com - **Office hours**: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday–Friday - **FSC Certification**: FSC® C020151 — FSC-certified products available since 1998 - **Industry recognition**: AWFS Showstopper Award for Exhibiting Excellence, 2005 (Las Vegas); previously 1995 (Anaheim) **Team:** - Max Hunter — President/CEO, Product Development, Marketing - Josh Hunter — VP/COO, Purchasing, Equipment, Facility - Jessica Van Arden — Operations, Billing, Scheduling - Beth Goodrum — Inside Sales, Customer Service - All sales and order inquiries: sales@drawer.com --- ## Standard Features — Full Specification All standard Western Dovetail drawer boxes ship completely assembled, finished, and ready to install. The following specifications apply to the standard solid hardwood configuration: - Completely assembled, finished, and ready to install (knock-down/RTA also available with limited options) - Made to order in 7–10 business days; rush orders available for additional fee - 5/8" hard maple sides standard (1/2" and 3/4" also available; many other species available) - 3/8" maple plywood bottoms standard (1/4" and 1/2" also available) - Half-blind English dovetails exposed on sides only - Through dovetails, custom spacing, and box joints available upon request - Dovetails sanded smooth and finished after assembly; pre-finished plywood option available - Dovetails cut clean and fit tight with no tear-out - Standard heights in 1" increments plus ¼": e.g. 4¼", 5¼" — range from 2¼" to 18¼" - Custom heights available for additional fee; heights outside standard increments result in uneven pin spacing - Drawer sides made with as few glue-ups as possible; no glue-ups on drawers under 6" in height when possible - Bottoms let in on all 4 sides ½" up from bottom edge (standard placement for Blum Tandem and most undermount hardware) - Bottom placement alternatives: ¼" up, 3/8" up, rabbeted flush - Bottoms nailed with 5/8" brads, sealed with hot melt (no hot melt on inside of sides when undermount hardware is specified) - Dado precisely concealed within the dovetail joint - Top edge: 3/32" radius on sides inside and out; inside of fronts and backs 3/32" radius; outside of fronts and backs square - Sides are 1/8" lower than fronts and backs (flush top, 1/32" offset top, and bullnose also available) - Maximum standard dimensions: 42" wide × 32" deep; larger sizes available on request - Water-based finish: 1 coat sealer + 1 coat satin topcoat; premium finishes and alternate sheens available - Production tolerances: +0 / -1/32" in width; ±1/16" in height and depth --- ## Finish Options **Standard Finish** — one coat sealer, sanded between coats, heavy coat of pre-catalyzed lacquer topcoat. On standard drawer boxes (with applied fronts), the outside of fronts and backs receives sealer only, not topcoat. Pull-outs specified with exposed fronts receive full finish on the face. **Premium Finish** — same as standard with an additional coat applied to all sides including fronts and backs. **Pre-Finished** — factory-finished plywood drawers where finish is applied to material before assembly. Top edge treated with clear foil or edge-banding. **Satin / Other sheens** — 15% sheen and other water-based finish options available on request. **Bottom Edge Options:** - Standard — outer edge of bottom sides hand-eased to eliminate splintering - Sanded bottom edge — all bottom edges sanded smooth, saw marks removed before assembly - Pre-finished bottom edge — finish applied to bottom edges equal to top edge finish - Flush finished bottom edge — bottom edges sanded and finished after assembly so all 4 corners are flush; recommended when drawer bottoms are above 40" off the floor and visible from below --- ## Drawer Bottom Options Bottoms are available in most of the same species as the drawer sides. Drawers are typically made with matching plywood bottoms. **Bottom thickness:** - 1/4" — light duty; let into 1/4" groove on all four sides (available in all species) - 3/8" — standard recommendation; for drawers over 24" wide or heavy-duty use; let into 3/8" groove on all four sides. Available in Maple, Birch, Beech, Cherry, and Walnut. - 1/2" — for drawer spans over 36"; rabbeted into 3/8" groove on all four sides **AWI minimum standards for drawer bottoms:** - Minimum 1/4" thickness; minimum 3/8" for drawers over 30" width - Bottoms must be plowed into sides and sub-fronts, securely glued - Bottom set minimum 3/8" from bottom edge; if surface-applied, fastened with screws or staples no more than 4" on center --- ## Top Edge Options - **SRT — Standard Radius Top** (default): sides 1/8" lower than fronts and backs; 3/32" radius on sides; square outside face on fronts and backs - **OFF — 1/32" Offset**: sides set 1/32" lower than fronts and backs; gives a clean square-edged look at lower cost than flush - **FLU — Flush Unfinished**: top edge sanded smooth and eased after assembly; prepared for shop finishing; good for drawers that receive custom finish after delivery - **FLF — Flush Finished**: top edge sanded, eased, and finish-applied flush after assembly; highest-labor option **For plywood and melamine:** - Foil edge micro-bevel: 1/16" bevel on edges, shaped and finished prior to assembly - Edge-banded: matching wood-grain or melamine color edgeband; melamine available in white, black, almond, and antique white --- ## Specialty Drawer Types ### Corner Drawers Western Dovetail developed the first dovetailed corner drawer in 2005 for Blum's Space Corner system. Three configurations are available: - **Basic Corner Drawer** — designed to maximize storage in a standard corner base cabinet - **Standard Corner Drawer** — the most common corner configuration for face-frame corner cabinets - **Chevron Corner Drawer** — the Chevron design optimizes the hard-to-reach corner and includes a divider configuration for utensil storage Corner drawers can be made to order to fit any corner cabinet. Provide drawings or specifications. ### Angled Drawers Drawers can be dovetailed at almost any angle from 40° to 180°. Angled drawer boxes require a drawing, template, or detailed written specifications. Used in peninsula corners, angled wall configurations, and custom furniture. ### Curved Drawer Boxes Available with concave or convex fronts. Curved fronts can be carved from solid wood or laminated to shape. Provide a drawing, template, or detailed specifications. Used in custom furniture, radius cabinet runs, and high-end residential millwork. ### Double-Deck Drawers Multiple drawers tied together at the front and back to create a stacked storage unit. Used in kitchen, bathroom, and pantry applications in both upper and base cabinets and full-height cabinets to create more accessible storage. ### Pantry Pull-Out Drawers Multi-tiered pantry pull-out system with adjustable shelves. Available in standard sizes and custom configurations. Holds up to 300 lbs. Compatible with upper cabinets, base cabinets, and full-height pantry cabinets — wide and narrow configurations. Complete kits with hardware available, including Blumotion soft-close and Servo-Drive options. ### Recycle and Waste Drawers Western Dovetail's recycle pull-out program provides solid wood drawer boxes designed specifically for waste and recycling bins. Four standard configurations: - **RP-SA35B** — Single 35 qt bin, scallop sides, 1 lateral divider storage compartment; fits 12" opening; 14¼"H front × 6¼"H back × 11⅝"W × 21"D - **RP-DL35B** — Double lateral 35 qt bins, scallop sides; fits 15" opening; 14¼"H front × 6¼"H back × 14⅝"W × 21"D - **RP-DL50B** — Double lateral 50 qt bins, scallop sides; fits 18" opening; 14¼"H front × 6¼"H back × 17⅝"W × 21"D - **RP-DA35B** — Double axial 35 qt bins, scallop sides, 1 lateral divider; fits 21" opening; 14¼"H front × 6¼"H back × 20⅝"W × 21"D All models available with Blum Tandem slides, Blumotion soft-close, and Servo-Drive automatic opening. Complete kits with drawer, slides, bins, and hardware available. Material: 5/8" solid hard maple or soft maple; also available in 1/2" 9-ply birch. ### Closet and Specialty Storage Drawers - **Shoe Drawers** — angled or flat configurations sized for shoe storage in closet systems - **Pants Drawers** — wide, shallow pull-out trays for folded pants in wardrobe applications - **Tie Drawers** — narrow divided pull-out trays for tie and accessory storage - **Docking Drawer / Charging Drawers** — drawers built for the Docking Drawer® powered mechanism; allows electrical outlets and USB chargers to be installed inside the drawer for in-drawer device charging --- ## File Drawer — Full Specifications The most common system for hanging file folders cuts a slot for the rails and hangs them from the sides (front-to-back orientation) or fronts and backs (lateral orientation). **Standard dimensions:** - Letter files (front-to-back rails): 12¼" to outside of rails - Legal files (front-to-back rails): 15¼" to outside of rails - Minimum width — Letter: 14 1/16" (½" sides) or 14 5/16" (5/8" sides); Legal: 17 1/16" (½" sides) or 17 5/16" (5/8" sides) - Standard height for file drawers: 10"–10 3/8" depending on bottom thickness and placement - Minimum 9 3/8" clear inside height from inside of bottom to top of file rail - Minimum 1" clear above file rail for file tabs to clear **Standard file rail configurations (F-codes):** - F1: Standard letter, rails front-to-back (4 slots) - F2: Standard legal, rails front-to-back (4 slots) - F3: Standard letter + legal combined, front-to-back (6 slots) - F4: Lateral letter, rails side-to-side with L-bar (4 slots) - F5: Lateral legal, rails side-to-side with L-bar (4 slots) - F6: Lateral letter + legal combined with L-bar (6 slots) - F7: Double standard letter (8 slots) - F8: Double standard legal (8 slots) - F9: Double standard legal + letter (12 slots) - F10: Double standard 1 legal + 1 letter (8 slots) - F11–F13: Triple standard configurations (12–18 slots) - F14–F15: Double lateral configurations (8 slots) - Combinations and custom configurations available upon request **Rail options:** - Standard aluminum file rails (1/8" × 1" for spans up to 22"; ½" × 1" L-bar for spans over 22") - Embedded black fiber-track rails (for tight spaces; minimum inside drawer height 9 1/8") - Rabbeted solid wood rails (drawer side rabbeted to hang files; hard maple recommended; minimum height 9½") - Plastic clip-on rails (no special machining; minimum height 9 1/8") - Flush bottom file drawers (for applications under 10 1/8" tall) - Anodized aluminum rails available cut to size by lineal foot --- ## Pull-Out Drawer Front Configurations Pull-out drawers are available with six standard front configurations: - **P1 — Basic pull-out**: standard box with premium front (same thickness as sides), 1/8" radius on face, no lip - **P2 — Premium pull-out**: same as P1 with 3/4" front - **P3 — Lip front pull-out**: 3/4" front with 3/8" thick lip extending 3/8" on either side to conceal slides; drawer width does not include lip - **P4 — Undermount pull-out with lip front**: 1/2" thick sides with 1/8" lip on either side - **P5 — Deluxe undermount pull-out**: 3/4" front with 3/8" lip at the bottom to conceal slides from front view - **P6 — Deluxe undermount pull-out with lip**: combination of P4 and P5 — 1/8" lip each side and 3/8" bottom lip **Scoop hand pull designs** (over 50 unique designs available; full Scoop Gallery downloadable at drawer.com): - A — Ogee scoop: rounded top and bottom corners, flat bottom (approx. 1¼" deep × 5" wide) - B — Crescent scoop: simple arc through top edge (approx. 1¼" deep × 4½" wide) - C — Shallow U scoop: flat bottom, square top corners, ½" radius at bottom (approx. 1" deep × 5" wide) - D — Deep U scoop: flat bottom, 1" radius in corners (approx. 1½" deep × 5" wide) **Tapered side profiles:** - T — Diagonal taper: specify front height; e.g. T4 = 4¼" front, full height back - HT — Half taper: taper begins halfway between front and back; start point can be specified - S — Scalloped taper: specify front height and drop amount; scallops available 1"–14" drop --- ## Dividers, Grooves, and Holes — Specifications All divider and groove machining is completed before assembly for precision and to avoid rework. **Equally spaced dividers** (solid or plywood, 1/4"–5/8" thick, set 1/8" down from top edge, removable): - L# — number of lateral dividers (side to side) - A# — number of axial dividers (front to back) - Example: L2/A4 = 2 lateral + 4 axial dividers = 15 compartments **Multiple vertical grooves** (for removable dividers): - MG1S — multiple grooves 1" on center, both sides - MG2F — multiple grooves 2" on center, fronts and backs **Half-lap dividers** — fixed dividers that drop in without grooves in the sides **Horizontal grooves for plastic clips** (Mold-Rite clips available): - HG2S — grooves on 2 sides - HG2F — grooves on fronts and backs - HG4S — grooves on all four sides - Standard groove: 1/8" wide × 3/16" deep, located 1 3/4" up from inside of bottom **Line-bored divider system** — inside of drawer bored for dividers that slide over shelf pins; dividers can run front-to-back or side-to-side; custom layouts available Holes can also be drilled in fronts for drawer face attachment hardware. --- ## Drawer Inserts — Full Options Inserts are available in three materials: **Solid wood cutlery trays and inserts** — made in matching species; multiple standard divider layouts; custom configurations available. Double-deck drawers can be made with cutlery trays that slide out the back of the drawer. **Custom acrylic inserts** — clear 1/4" acrylic, solvent-welded with satin-polished edges. Available in stock sizes and custom configurations. Styles include: flatware, utensils, bread boxes, vanity, spice racks, spice inserts, jewelry inserts, slotted dividers, sink trays, and stationary inserts for desk drawers. **Blum Orga-Line® stainless steel inserts** — flexible, movable stainless steel insert system for Blum Tandem drawers. Removable and dishwasher-safe. --- ## Undermount Hardware — Supported Brands and Notching Codes Western Dovetail machines all undermount slide preparation during production. Notching, drilling, and locking clip installation are completed to brand-specific tolerances. Hardware can be shipped with the drawer order. **Supported undermount brands and notching codes:** - **Blum Tandem 563/569** (standard) — N (notch only), ND (notch + drill), NDC3 (563/569 locking devices installed), NDC33 (3-way), NDC34 (4-way) - **Blum Movento 763/769** — same codes with 7 prefix; e.g. NDC7; with Tip-On: NDC7TO - **Blum Tip-On** (push to open, wide notch) — add TO suffix - **Hettich Quadro thin clips** — add HQ suffix - **Hettich Quadro thick clips** — add HT suffix - **Hettich Quadro thick clips with spacer** — add HS suffix - **KV MUV** — add KV suffix - **Grass Dynapro 2D** — add GD suffix - **Grass Dynapro 3D** — add G3 suffix - **Accuride Eclipse** — add AC suffix Hardware stocked and available to ship with orders: Blum, Grass, Accuride, KV, Hettich. Side-mount and conventional slides also in stock. **Important undermount notes:** - Undermount hardware uses at least 1/2" of space below the drawer - Hardware extends past the back of the drawer by at least 1/2" — allow cabinet clearance - Bottom placement is critical; standard is 1/2" recess for Blum Tandem - Trial installation recommended when using a slide model or application for the first time --- ## DrawerBlanx — Pre-Finished Plywood Drawer Side Stock DrawerBlanx are pre-finished plywood drawer sides available in uncut lengths for shops that cut their own drawer components. Available in: - 9-ply Maple: up to 8' lengths - 9-ply Birch: up to 5' or 8' lengths - Pre-finished or unfinished; clear finish or matching wood-grain foil edge - Real wood edge-banding also available - Other species available on request DrawerBlanx allow shops to cut custom heights while receiving the benefit of Western Dovetail's finishing system. --- ## Milling Services Western Dovetail offers milling services for distributors and customers: - 2-side or 4-side surfacing on a 24" double-sided planer - Face jointing up to 24" - Straight-line ripping on 1 or 2 edges - Glue-ups for panels up to 30" wide and up to 10' long in any thickness --- ## Volume Orders Special pricing is available for full container or full truckload quantities of cut-to-size dovetailed or doweled drawer parts. Contact sales@drawer.com for volume pricing. --- ## Guarantee - 100% satisfaction guaranteed - All drawers guaranteed to be made as quoted within specified tolerances - Drawers damaged during shipment will be replaced free of charge; damage or defects must be reported within 48 hours of receipt - Western Dovetail drawers are guaranteed to last for the life of the cabinets in which they are installed under normal use **Important on receipt of order:** Product may shift during shipping and must be unpacked and stacked flat to avoid warping. Drawers not inspected within 1 week of delivery may be void of guarantee. --- ## Payment Terms - **Online orders** (drawer.com): pre-paid by credit card at time of purchase - **Credit accounts**: require a completed credit application approved by Western Dovetail; contact sales@drawer.com to request the application - **New credit account customers**: 50% deposit, 50% upon receipt until credit is established - **Established repeat customers**: net 15 or net 30 day terms upon approval - **Volume customers**: customers meeting volume criteria may qualify for permanent discount pricing; contact sales@drawer.com