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Review on 2 Pack Ultra Thin Cabinet Door Magnets - Jiayi Magnetic Catch For Cabinets, Kitchen Closet & Drawer Closing by Raymond Gray

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy to install and works well

I recently built a large station for a new Bosch Glide miter saw -- the station's base has two cabinets each incorporating 4 large drawers on full-extension slides. The saw provides quite a bit of vibration which was causing the drawers to drift open. Because of the ever-present sawdust, I didn't want to use any kind of mechanical drawer latches. These magnetic catches are small, very straightforward to install, and provide a surprising amount of holding force. I used the included screws to fasten them in place them rather than relying on the adhesive pads. Installing these isn't rocket science, but it does require at least a modicum of basic hand and tool skills. My cabinets and drawer fronts are all made of 3/4" cabinet-grade plywood. I located the magnet and striker plates by eye, traced out the mounting holes, and then drilled 1/16" pilot holes for the screws. The screws went in smoothly and hold tightly, the magnets engage with the matching plates with a pleasing metallic click, and release with just the right amount of firm pull. A good, simple product that does what it promises at a very reasonable price.

Pros
  • The magnets are incredibly strong, ensuring that your cabinets and drawers won't accidentally pop open
Cons
  • Magnet may come loose