Installation of new sliding or lifting mechanisms

Installation of New Sliding or Lifting Mechanisms

Sliding doors that stick, drawers that scrape, and lift up fronts that refuse to stay open are more than everyday annoyances. Worn or mismatched mechanisms can strain panels, damage cabinets, and make a well built unit feel cheap and unreliable. Our service focuses on installing new sliding or lifting mechanisms that restore smooth movement, safe closing, and confident everyday use.

What We Install and Replace

Mechanisms vary widely by furniture type, weight, and how the unit is used. We help you choose the right hardware and then install it with careful alignment so the movement feels stable and quiet.

Sliding systems

• Wardrobe and closet doors with top hung or bottom rolling tracks, soft close options, and anti jump guides.
• Sliding cabinet fronts for storage units where clearance is limited.
• Drawer runners including standard runners, heavy duty runners, and soft close systems when compatible.

Lifting systems

• Lift up cabinet doors for kitchens and storage, using gas struts, spring mechanisms, or multi position lift systems.
• Bed and ottoman lift mechanisms where safe lifting and secure locking are essential.
• Drop down and flap stays for display units or wall cabinets that need controlled opening.

If your project also includes fitting new panels, re aligning doors, or rebuilding worn fixing points, you may want our broader furniture repair services so the mechanism and the furniture structure work together properly.

Our Installation Process

Getting a great result is less about speed and more about accuracy. We follow a clear process that protects your furniture and ensures the new mechanism performs as intended.

1. Assessment and measurements to confirm door and drawer sizes, weight, travel distance, and available clearance.
2. Compatibility check for screw patterns, track lengths, hinge cup positions, and side panel thickness to avoid stress and misalignment.
3. Removal of old hardware including tracks, runners, struts, and damaged brackets, with care taken to avoid chipping laminate or veneer.
4. Repair of fixing points when holes are stripped or panels are weakened, using appropriate reinforcement so screws hold firmly.
5. Precise installation of the new mechanism, keeping tracks parallel, runners level, and lift systems balanced left to right.
6. Final adjustment and testing for smooth sliding, correct closing gaps, even reveals, soft close function, and safe stopping points.

For clients combining this work with new furniture builds or relocations, we can coordinate with professional furniture assembly so everything is installed in the right order and aligned from day one.

Common Problems We Solve

Most mechanism failures start small and gradually worsen. Replacing hardware early often prevents more expensive panel damage later.

• Doors that derail or rub caused by bent tracks, worn wheels, or incorrect height adjustment.
• Drawers that sag from tired runners, missing screws, or overloaded boxes.
• Lift up doors that slam shut due to failing gas struts or incorrect strength rating for the door weight.
• Noisy movement from worn bearings, misalignment, or debris trapped in the track.
• Uneven gaps and poor closing when the mechanism is installed slightly out of square or the cabinet has shifted.

We also address the hidden causes, such as cabinet sides that are not plumb, loose back panels, or hinge plates that have pulled out. When needed, we reinforce and realign so your new mechanism does not inherit the same failure pattern.

When Replacement Is the Best Option

Sometimes a quick adjustment is enough, but in many cases replacement is the safer and more durable choice. We typically recommend installing new mechanisms when components are cracked, wheels are worn flat, runners have play you can feel by hand, or lift systems no longer hold reliably. Upgrading can also add comfort features such as soft close, smoother travel, or improved access in tight spaces.

If you are unsure whether to repair or replace, we can inspect the setup and explain options in plain language, including what parts are required and what results you can expect. For broader work like door alignment, handle changes, or stability improvements across several items, our furniture maintenance services can be scheduled alongside mechanism installation.

What to Prepare Before the Visit

• Clear the area around the furniture so doors and drawers can be removed safely.
• Empty heavy drawers and overhead cabinets to reduce strain during testing.
• If you already bought hardware, keep packaging and any instructions available.
• Note any symptoms, such as where it sticks, when it drops, or which side is noisy.

Once the new sliding or lifting mechanism is installed and adjusted, you will have reliable movement, cleaner closing lines, and furniture that feels solid again in everyday use.