How to fix a broken drawer - Particle Board Drawer Repair

Instructions on how to properly fix a broken particle board drawer.

[@Josh-of-all-Trades]

THIS is exactly what I was looking for! There are no other videos about this. Thank you for doing the right thing and sharing this knowledge with us!

[@deenalindakeswani1733]

Thank you. Easy straightforward instructions. I’ve been trying to find a simple way to fix my drawer. Everyone just complicates it so much I was about to give up. Then I watched yours. Got my drawer fixed in less than 20 minutes.

[@wolatinus]

I had almost the identical problem that you had. I repaired it almost exactly as you, but instead of screws I put 3/16" dowels in the holes with glue. I did that because I was afraid the particle board would fail again. It worked great and is now stronger than before. Thanks for sharing.

[@Marcoosianism]

Nice idea with the dowels. Was wondering if there is a 'best' screw for particle board.

[@kaci7789]

Thank you. I was wondering about the size of the screws to use.

[@larrymarshall6377]

@@kaci7789 wow, that was 8 years ago I did this and the repair is still holding up! It’s on a bathroom drawer I use daily.

[@AndrewVoytas]

Good deal. I am happy that people are benifiting from this video. and thank you for all your suggestions to improve the process.

[@quiltymomtrish826]

This was a really great video for me. I’m separated and just bought my first Ryobi tools today in fact. I won’t Lie I’m intimidated to use them but appreciate your hints

[@bruceb6099]

Thank you Andrew, this is my second time fixing the same drawer...I did the first fix with finishing nails and glue...that lasted about a year. Now I can hold the wife off for a few more months on the kitchen remodel! lol BTW - to all the RYOBI haters....we can use the tools just as fast...but for less.

[@libbycosner930]

Thank you for this tutorial. It's especially good for people like me who live in cheaply made apartments who want their deposits back at the end of the lease :)

[@zeldahopper]

You change out your drill bits so fast!!! Wow. Good info. Thanks.

[@rickgebin8900]

Thank goodness I finally found your video! Now I can quiet the wife down on that darn kitchen drawer! And I appreciate your kind honest way of delivery! Thank you! I subscribed and good luck my friend!

[@tonymorgan2813]

Great video,a lot of the inexpensive furniture is made of particle board nowadays so your video shows you can repair the furniture and not throw it away...simple and to the point!

[@liprydip]

Thank you soo much, there are not many vids on how to work with particle board. I watched this because I wanted to learn how to join because I am making inserts for my WIR. AND you don't need fancy tools or machinery to do it :)

[@lynnlynettejewels8001]

I was about to hire someone or take the drawer to be repaired. Thanks.....fixing myself and saved tons of money.

[@jdblack9703]

Great work!

[@Mark2011504]

Thanks Andrew for taking the time to make this video!! I successfully repaired two kitchen drawers using your how to guide.

[@nancyhaynes4459]

Thank you for your help.

[@climbercox87]

Andrew, Thanks for the vid man. I'm impressed with how fast you were able to do that. The recessing of the screws was clever. I haven't seen that til now. If I can make a suggestion. CA glue. Use some CA glue, Accelorator, and a clamp. Eliminates the need for pilot holes and screws. CA glue can be bought at Hobby Lobby. There are a few links out on KZbin demo'n how to use it in regards to particle board. Thanks again.

[@kimberleerivera7062]

Excellent! Better than before it broke! Thank you for sharing!

[@chuckmurray1825]

Thanks for this video. I've got a drawer front about to fall off. This is very helpful!

[@1on1c5]

had this complete method in my head to do it this way. Glad it worked out. Nice job Bro

[@AndrewVoytas]

a sagging drawer is a pretty easy fix to. You can buy 2' x 4' board from Home Depot. Measure the thickness of the drawer and then buy the same thickness. Cut to fit, and your done. You will need to take off the back or the front of the drawer to slide it in.

[@saintearth]

Thanks for doing this so quickly. It's annoying when people dink around and don't just get to the point. FYI: The part of the screw that will spiral in and hold into the wood is called the "thread". No big deal but I think it would have been just a titch prettier if all the screws were recessed.

[@dianecoles7400]

saintⓋearth ii

[@anthonyrenteria7069]

Great job.

[@junglejim13660]

Great video. I just repaired my son's dresser draw the same way. The only thing I did differently was use a drill bit one size smaller than the screws I used. Thanks for taking the time to post this video.

[@joannmcvey6920]

Great video! On point and very well explained. You should make more. Thanks for a great demonstration.

[@SteveN-gt2ur]

Andrew, thank for the video, i got the same problem. This video helps. BTW, I was thinking we could reverse the back to the front if the rail holes still aligned up. That way, we won't be pulling on the same broken end again.

[@jikkimadda]

Thanks bro it’s really helps

[@chrissiedyson21]

Great video, feeling inspired and I learned a lot. Thank you x

[@ThelmaHarcum]

Great Job! Thanks for Sharing!

[@goddesseccentric8245]

Thank you, I followed you well and you gave great instruction.

[@victorlee7638]

Andrew, another suggestion to turn it 180 degree. Put the pulling flip on the back side.

[@christinelee4640]

Thank you so much! This is exactly what I needed.

[@tinagaddy8604]

I wish that I watched this before I annihilated my drawer with screws.

[@Cat-ui3vq]

Same it's a hot mess 😂

[@Cat-ui3vq]

And it's broken again

[@rnsone]

Dude thanks, I really learned a lot from you in this vid. I have a sagging drawer problem as well.

[@tenzinlama7310]

Thank you

[@markandjuliemears3745]

Good video. In my case, the particle-board drawer sides were too thin, weak and damaged to hold a screw without pulling out. So I inserted 1x2 or 2x2 blocks of wood that are cut to height into the front corners of the inside of the drawer. Then, from the outside of the drawer, put screws into the sides of the drawer and into the blocks of wood on the inside corners.

[@FromBrittanywithLove]

First video I open and it's my buddy Andrew. Insane! I know my drawer will be fixed right. LOL!

[@AndrewVoytas]

Lol what's up Brittany?

[@azblondi2730]

Thank goodness for YOU & KZbin! Do you do this for a living?

[@cappaslangmurderer]

Well explained

[@AndrewVoytas]

Awesome Mark2011504. Glad to hear that.

[@supergenius18]

fixed. thanks.

[@margaretburkett9634]

Thanks

[@kathleenbrown6734]

what about a staple gun I have this problem in a house just purchased. a mess wouldn’t staples be easier. just bought one??

[@VONALEXANDRIA]

I have a problem, how do you change the depth of a drawer from thin to deeper? It's only about 2 inches high, not high enough to put books in. How can you reconstruct it?

[@bendayho3191]

Thank you! You should leave a "calm yo self down!" Message at the end. I slammed it in anger. 😔

[@polarbearjf]

The lines or things on the screw you are unsure of the name for is the thread :)

[@meagenperez]

lol wow did athit break the drawer or did one of the kids..love the video. you should make more but add athit as your handy helper

[@imnegan7275]

How do you fix a particle board that is split where the screws are. A small piece broke off my desk and I want to fix it. Just glue it together? Will that be strong enough for the screws? Or just screw some extra screws on the sides to be sure?

[@andydick5929]

Use a setting bit

[@keepchrist]

Can I mail Ya My Class B Van Camper RV Drawers? I only got 3 of Em that need fixin. WoOoOoOo!

[@AndrewVoytas]

* measure the thickness go the drawer bottom....

[@marcushot1]

Dang you're handsome

[@AndrewVoytas]

Well she kinda was. She was recording it.

[@kathleenbrown6734]

or nail gun

[@jeffstanley4593]

"Lines", uhh I don't know what they are called. The word is "threads."

[@battleboo4u]

I wish there was a KZbin class in our public school systems...phuck learning the difference with Pronouns and nouns ( since there is not a unified laguage system)I'd rather learn how to brush my teeth, fix my home and car...c'mon what happened to Shop class back in the 70's????

[@Watcherrye]

First take the measurements off the boards (particle board drawer), put measurements in a safe place. Burn the particle board in burn barrel. Go get actual real wood (pine if you must) and use the measurements to rebuild the drawer. Who makes furniture or floors out of particle boards should have their casket made from this crap. Do this and you will be glad you did!