Adjustable support - a necessary part of your furniture

It is known that in the manufacture of furniture every detail is important. Especially if this part is an adjustable support, because it is she who is responsible for the perfect alignment of the module. Many do not pay much attention to such a “trifle”, but this does not detract from the importance of this component. Let's consider it in more detail.

Adjustable support for a children's table




All furniture supports can be divided into two types conditionally - unregulated and adjustable. Both types can fulfill an esthetic, decorative function or can be installed hidden.

The support is adjustable, its features

The main purpose of these components is to exhibit furniture cases strictly according to the level. The adjustable support is produced by various manufacturers in a fairly wide range. However, the most common are those that have a height of 100 mm made of

Adjustable support




plastic. This type of support is used for hidden installations, since the appearance of such components is quite unpresentable. However, the ease of use made this mount popular. Most often, such components are used when installing kitchen sets. Usually, the supports are hidden behind a specially selected false panel. If such a panel is not provided in the design, then decorative supports are included in the installation kit. On the visible side, in this case, decorative supporting parts are installed, and ordinary plastic ones are placed in depth. This scheme, by the way, is used not only in kitchen sets. The support adjustable for a children's table will make it not only beautiful, but also convenient and safe for your child. Your baby will be able to spend his time at a table suitable for him in size. Over time, as the child grows, the table will also be able to “grow” due to adjustable supports. And it’s up to you to buy a new one each time or to get a table “growing” after the child.





Adjustable support for cabinets

Some experts are happy to use sliding wardrobes

Adjustable support for cabinets




previous version of the supports. However, manufacturers of furniture hardware took care of the release of more suitable components. Now on sale there are special supports that allow you to adjust its height directly from the inside of the cabinet. Such parts are much less than 100 mm high.

What are the adjustable legs made up of? Plastic supports, which are usually 150, 100, 30 mm high, consist of the support itself and a special latch with a strap attached to the support of the false panel. Such an adjustable part is fastened with 16 mm self-tapping screws to the chipboard through four holes.

You must install a certain number of fasteners in the right places. In this case, the adjustable support reliably fixes even heavy and overall modules.

How to install?

1. If the module has dimensions of 600-700 mm or less, it should be installed on four supports.

2. If the modules are large, increase the number of supports accordingly.

3. If there is a partition in the furniture structure, it is imperative to install supports under it, since there is a large load on the horizon, which can eventually lead to deformation of the furniture.




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