Telescopic drawers 

A kitchen or a workshop is only complete when not only all the pieces of furniture are in place, but also when all the small and larger components are within reach. Cutlery and crockery, for example, or screws and nails. And for this, you need cupboards - and not infrequently telescopic pull-outs. We therefore offer you an extensive range of telescopic pull-outs (full or partial extension versions) that are perfect for kitchen cabinets as well as other areas of use.

Robust and (like) on rails

Whether for the oven or a kitchen cabinet - we encounter telescopic pull-outs in a variety of scenarios. They consist of easy-glide rails that are attached to a frame on both sides, which makes this system quick to assemble with a little manual skill. Smooth, effortless extraction - even with heavy loads - is thus guaranteed. Nevertheless, it is important to pay close attention to the load-bearing capacity of the respective telescopic pull-out. In terms of material, steel, aluminium and stainless steel have proven themselves, but plastic versions are also possible. The following applies here: the area of application determines the design.

• Steel: Steel scores with high strength and durability and can be refined with various coatings.
• Aluminium: With aluminium, the lower weight and corrosion resistance play a significant role. The disadvantage: aluminium telescopic slides often cannot lift as much weight as those made of steel, yet their load-bearing capacity can be sufficient for many applications.
• Stainless steel: Stainless steel is used especially in areas where a high level of hygiene is required or in environments with high humidity or aggressive chemicals. The greatest advantages of this material also include durability and corrosion resistance. However, stainless steel is usually more expensive to purchase.
• Plastic: Wherever little weight, noise reduction and corrosion resistance are required, plastic telescopic slides can also be mounted. However, they have a lower load-bearing capacity.

Telescopic slides: Partial, full and over-extension pull-outs

Not only the right material and the right dimensions are essential when choosing a suitable telescopic drawer. There is also another question: should the telescopic drawer be a partial, full or over-extension drawer?

• Partial extension: With a partial extension, one third of the drawer remains in the cabinet or carcase. This system is therefore particularly suitable for environments where there is not much space or when access to the entire pull-out element is not necessary.
• Full-extension runner: With full extension, the movable component can be pulled out completely. Thus the entire drawer contents are easily accessible.
• Over-extension: However, there are also scenarios where a full-extension runner is not sufficient. For example, if another element is placed directly above the pull-out or if the carcase itself protrudes slightly. In these cases, the entire drawer cannot be reached despite a full-extension runner. The solution: telescopic slides with over-extension. They can be extended slightly beyond the actual telescopic slide length.

Self-closing, push-to-open and soft-closing: the differences

Whoever deals with drawers and telescopic slides will also come across other terms and functions, which we explain to you below:

• Self-closing: Drawer runners with self-closing mechanism have a spring mechanism. This allows the drawer to close automatically. As soon as the spring engages, the drawer closes, whereby you can regulate the intensity to a certain degree by selecting the spring.
• Push-to-open: This mechanical opening support for drawers is often called tip-on. A light tap is all that is needed for drawers or furniture doors to open a little further on their own. In this way, the handleless doors can now be grasped and conveniently opened further.
• Softclosing: Soft Close or Softclosing also uses a spring. The result: as the name suggests, this prevents noise when closing doors, drawers or lids by using a mechanism to slow down the drawer before it closes completely. The drawer closes gently and silently.

Product variety and optimal advice

Although all this may sound tricky at first glance - finding the right telescopic drawer is no science. Are you still unsure? Then let's talk! We'll be happy to help you choose, give you advice and, on top of that, give you a 30-day money-back guarantee.

For more information on the different types of drawer runners, their construction, areas of application and installation methods, see Which drawer runners are there and which ones do I need?

3 common questions about telescopic slides and our answers

We answer three important questions about telescopic slides below:

Are telescopic slides easy to install?

Generally, it is possible to put telescopic slides in place yourself with a little manual skill and the right tools. However, assembly can vary somewhat depending on the manufacturer and model, which makes it worthwhile to read the respective instructions carefully.

You can find out more about fitting drawer runners in our guide: Fitting a drawer runner: How to fit your new drawer runner in 4 easy steps

Are there different lengths and sizes of telescopic drawer runners?

As the field of application sometimes varies, telescopic slides are also available in different lengths and sizes. It is therefore essential to choose the right length and size according to the dimensions of the piece of furniture or element in which they are to be fitted. For more information on how to find the right length of drawer, click here: Extra tips on drawer runner length

Are telescopic slides with special safety features for children also available?

Yes, telescopic pull-outs with special safety features for children have now also been designed. These include self-closing functions or an automatic locking mechanism to prevent accidental opening or closing.