Why a High-Quality Double Wall Drawer System Is Essential for Kitchen Storage

Kitchen‍‌ drawers need to be tough as they get heavily used and abused compared to other furniture. For instance, pots, pans, and cutlery get pulled in and out of them several times a day, which could quickly break a weak drawer frame. A double-wall drawer system works by providing the drawer box with two layers of structural support instead of one. So, even when loaded heavily, the drawer will maintain its shape. TALLSEN bases its double-wall drawer system on galvanized steel and focuses on load capacity and a quiet closing motion, all of which are features that make a kitchen drawer that gets constant use very durable. Here, we explain why such a design is important and what you should look for before purchasing one.

What Is a Double Wall Drawer System?

In short, a double-wall drawer system uses two side walls with significant structure instead of one thin panel. Therefore, the drawer box has extra rigidity along its entire length. Also, this design is less prone to bending and sagging than a simple single-wall frame.

TALLSEN's drawer system comes with a complete structure made of side walls and three-section soft closing slide rails paired with front and back connectors working in unison. The result is a drawer that remains square and stable, even if used heavily and repeatedly in a kitchen.

Why Kitchens Need This Extra Support

Kitchen drawers get loaded heavily at times with very bulky items. Cast-iron pans, stacked plates, and fully loaded cutlery trays are just a few items that keep putting pressure on the drawer frame.

For instance, a single-wall drawer box under this kind of weight can flex or twist slightly. In the long term, this will cause the drawer to stick, become misaligned, or have a saggy front that can be seen. The double wall structure, however, distributes the load largely over the frame, so the drawer remains smooth and functional for many years.

How Much Weight Should a Kitchen Drawer System Hold?

Storage requirements in kitchens vary by drawer, but typically the heaviest drawers in the kitchen, i.e., the ones with pots and pans, should have a high-load capacity. 

TALLSEN's metal drawer system uses galvanized steel and has a max load of 40 kg. This capability is enough for cookware drawers, stacked dish storage, and general kitchen clutter without any ‍‌problems.

Here is a simple way to think about matching capacity to common kitchen drawer types:

What Keeps the Material From Rusting in a Kitchen Environment?

Kitchens constantly face the challenge of moisture, spills, and steam, resulting in the contact of these substances with hardware. If the hardware is not capable of withstanding such a setting, it will end up rusting and losing its strength much faster than hardware that is designed for the kitchen environment.

For this reason, TALLSEN's drawer system is made from galvanized steel. The galvanized coating keeps the steel free from corrosion and oxidation, which is the biggest concern in a kitchen where exposure to water is constant and unavoidable.

Some of the benefits of this material that can be seen on a day-to-day basis are:

• The drawer frame does not get rusty even after frequent spills or exposure to steam.
• Resistance to corrosion will ensure that the strength of the frame remains intact for many years.
• The galvanized steel is resistant to damage caused by frequent cleaning with water and kitchen detergents.

Does a Double Wall System Close Quietly?

Kitchens are lively, social areas, and a drawer that closes with a noise of slamming is a source of disturbance in an already lively room. Besides, each hard closure is a source of stress for the cabinet frame.

TALLSEN's drawer system stores a built-in buffer device that automatically reduces the speed of the drawer as it reaches the closed position. It allows the drawer to quietly close without the drawer banging on the cabinet ‌front.

Why Quiet Closing Matters Beyond Comfort

Besides noise reduction, a soft, controlled close also lessens the physical strain on every joint and connector within the drawer system.

This lowered impact, when spread over thousands of open and closed cycles, results in a significant difference in the system's lifespan. A drawer that slams after every close not only becomes an irritant but will also wear out its hardware faster than one that closes slowly and smoothly.

How Easy Is Installation for a Kitchen Renovation?

Usually, kitchen installations need fitments for many drawers throughout the entire cabinet run, and hence, the speed of installation becomes as critical a factor as the final performance.

TALLSEN has a button for one-touch installation and removal, not only helping you fit the drawers quickly but also making it simple to take out a drawer for cleaning or repair without using any extra tools or steps.

Here are some things related to installation worth pointing out:

• The system is offered in several height variations, including 84mm, 135mm, 167mm, and 199mm, so as to fit cabinets of various depths.
• Kitchens can be designed with either round bar or square bar styles of the system.
• Besides offering a slimmer side wall design, the drawer box slim version is especially handy when the main priority is maximizing the interior storage ‌space.

How Is Durability Verified Before These Systems Reach a Kitchen?

Specifications cannot alone demonstrate how well a drawer system will stand up to years of kitchen use. Testing standards make that claim into something measurable.

TALLSEN produces its hardware to the German standards and performs the European EN1935 inspection as well. Alongside load testing, the drawer system is subjected to durability testing of 50,000 cycles, simulating many years of daily kitchen use before the product is even delivered to the customer.

TALLSEN complements this testing with other certifications of its entire hardware range:

• ISO9001 quality management system certification.
• Swiss SGS quality testing.
• CE certification for safety and performance compliance.

With documented testing such as this, kitchen designers and homeowners can really trust it, rather than just relying on something that just looks good.

What Should You Check Before Choosing a System for Your Kitchen?

Here are a few quick checks before ordering that can save you from mismatched hardware after the kitchen renovation is already on its way.

• Make sure the height of the drawer matches the depth of your cabinet exactly by referring to the available size options.
• Decide between the standard or slim wall design depending on how much interior storage space you require.
• Verify the load rating with your heaviest planned drawer use, such as storage of cookware or dishes.
• If your cabinet size is outside standard options, inquire about custom sizing.

Besides a standard catalog, TALLSEN also supports custom configurations, which are used to aid kitchen designers in matching the hardware exactly with the cabinet layout of each ‍‌project.

Final Thoughts

Most kitchen drawers are exposed to heavy use more than any other furniture hardware in the home, and could really benefit from a double-wall drawer system that can endure the weight load over time without sagging or sticking. TALLSEN's version incorporates galvanized steel, a 40 kg load rating, soft movement closing, and rapid installation, all supported by EN15338 testing and 50,000 cycles of durability verifications.

Looking for long-lasting kitchen hardware to improve your storage? Check out tallsen.com to explore the complete range and choose the perfect double wall drawer system for your ‍‌kitchen.