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How to Measure Cabinet Pulls

"Pull" usually refers to a decorative hardware piece that has two holes.
It is used interchangeably with "handle."

• Overall - the length of the pull measured end to end.
• Center to Center - the distance between the mounting screw holes on a pull.
• Projection - the distance from the base to the topmost portion of the pull. It represents how much the pull "sticks up" away from the surface. The greater the projection, the more the pull protrudes into the living space, so consideration must be given to projection in high-traffic areas.
• Clearance - the distance from the base of the pull to the nearest surface. It represents the "hand-room" under a pull available for a grip. Clearance is a matter of personal preference or medical necessity.
• Diameter - refers to the thickness of the material used to manufacture.