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Add Push-to-Open Toe-Kick Drawers Under Existing Kitchen Cabinets DIY project
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Add Push-to-Open Toe-Kick Drawers Under Existing Kitchen Cabinets

Add Push-to-Open Toe-Kick Drawers Under Existing Kitchen Cabinets

Use the hidden toe-kick zone for flat storage while preserving cabinet support, flooring, and the ability to remove the drawers.

By The DIY Haven Editorial Team · Last reviewed September 11, 2026 · Reviewed for clarity, safety, and source quality.

$160–$400Estimated cost
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Step 1

Confirm the cabinet boxes are independently supported and locate legs, utilities, flooring transitions, and the toe-kick attachment method.

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Step 2

Remove the toe-kick carefully and measure the available height and width for a shallow drawer box.

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Step 3

Build low-profile boxes with a flush front, then install push-to-open slides rated for the load.

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Step 4

Add a removable divider and positive stops so the drawer cannot slide into plumbing or adjacent supports.

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Step 5

Reinstall the toe kick around the drawer fronts and test the opening with feet, trim, and cabinet doors in place.

Safety check

Do not cut cabinet supports, flooring, electrical, or plumbing. Shut off relevant utilities before investigation and consult a professional if the toe-kick zone is structural.

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No. Check support legs, flooring, utilities, and the construction of the toe kick before cutting or removing anything.
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