HI! I don't even have a drill, have never attached magnets on cabinets but know I"m probably capable. Is this super easy? Drill needed?
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I agree with all of these answers. Pre-drilling the holes is the cleanest, efficient, and recommended way to go. However, a hammer, a nail (slightly smaller than the screw size), and an accurate and steady hand can work. Just pencil mark the locations and try to drive the nail in as straight as possible, and into the wood less than the length of the screw.
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Concerning the drill it works well with lots of power. Just replaced metal roofing on the woodshed with it.If all you are ever going to do is install you probably don't need a drill. However working with tools is addictive. You might think about a rechargeable drill, they have adjustability and I use mine a lot. Amazon has a good selection. And they ship to Alaska.
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Pre-drilling the "pilot holes" (screw holes) is generally recommended in order to minimize potential damage to the screws, magnets, and cabinets--and fingers--during installation. The drill does not need to be powerful, and a 1/16th-inch drill bit would be used to make pilot holes about 1/2-inch deep. Below are some links to How-To instructions for mounting these magnets, all of which recommend pre-drilling the pilot holes. Depending on the material (hard or soft wood, pressed wood, metal, etc.), a practiced hand can get the screws started without pre-drilling, but I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner Do-It-Yourself-er unless you have the opportunity and wherewithall (and plenty of cabinets, and plenty of bandaids and disinfectant, and up-to-date tetanus shots) to allow for repeated errors until you like the result. Install cabinet magnet catch http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uoR8f_oHKg How to Install Door Magnets http://www.ehow.com/video_2328786_install-door-magnets.html How to Install Cabinet Door Magnets http://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-install-cabinet-door-magnets#.Uj7331_D_uM Good luck!
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If you are patient, moderately handy with tools around the house, have a hammer and a selection of nails (to make the initial holes) and some screwdrivers, I think it is doable. It would be easier to borrow a drill though, if that is an option for you, and might yield better results.
1326551
The magnetic knife holder still needs to be mounted to something, as the magnet is only facing out/attracting things to it on the side where the knives and other metal objects go. Nice though though! At least that was my experience with it. I did not attempt to put it anything metal first. My guess, even if it did stick, it wouldn't stick enough to hold anything of great weight...ie. the reason for mounting it with screws. Enjoy! I've loved mine.
450653
These are held to a flat steel "donut" of metal which is itself attached to the mounting surface with a pair of screws. The magnet holds to the steel by only the magnetic pull itself, but that attraction is VERY strong! I suspect, if you are very careful, you may be able to slip a flat-blade screwdriver or strong putty knife under the lip of the magnet, between the magnet and the wall, and pry it away from the steel backing plate it is attracted to. I would caution you in this! There is a very good chance you will damage the wall beneath the magnet, where you are prying against it! The attraction between magnet and plate is that strong! Also, be wary of your fingers when trying to slip your prying device under the lip of the magnet; you will need to use a lot of pressure, and if it slips, it could stab into something! The attraction between that magnet and the metal plate behind it is so strong, I can't think of any way you could simply grab it and pull it away. Perhaps with a suitable clamp, or a very large pair of vice grips? But you're likely to mar the surface of the magnet if you aren't careful. Once you have the magnet pulled away from the backing plate, those can simply be unscrewed from the wall they are attached to.
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Power drill (You could use just the regular screwdriver but since the holes don't line up you be so frustrated ) , hammer and you most likely need an additional person. IKEA products have fewer parts than this. So if you don't mind the assembly...
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A stronger magnet would easily open these. Also, its not to just break or pry open if you're really determined. Also, you could only tell if it was broken into IF the cabinet or lock was damaged. Now, if you dont have handles on your cabinets(we dont) its a little trickier to get it open, but still a magnet would easily open it. Unless MAYBE they didnt know or SEE what lock you put on the inside, maybe you have a slight good chance. I'm so sorry you're having to deal with an issue like this. I will pray for you and your family.
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I didn't need a drill. They send it with a mini screwdriver or something. Doesn't take too long to put together.
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No. I used glue to put these "magnets" on the inside door of an armoire to hold small tools like tweezers and other craft supplies. They are not strong enough to hold ANYTHING and now I'm covering them with peg board so I can use the space and so I don't have to be reminded each time I open the armoire of the time I wasted ordering, gluing and testing these toy magnets.
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Never tried putting a magnet on it. I'm no metallurgist, but from the feel of it I would guess a magnet would not stick, but I honestly don't know.
181572
Very easy! I had an electric drill and I was attaching it to dry wall. I was able to do it as a surprise for my husband.
793858
It's actually pretty simple. The cabinet has a solid wood piece on the top and bottom. I used a stud finder and ran screws through the inside top and bottom to make sure it was secure. Hope this helps.
1669851
The system is magnetic. Frankly, we did not have any problems opening the cabinets where the lock was mounted, even with no key. I just didn't find these locks very useful at locking. I would suggest using a strong magnet to get it open. (In our home, we left it to the strong toddler, but that resulted in a broken lock :) )
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husband did the installation. i think there were 2 anchor screws. magnet is kind of heavy, very strong!, and sturdy. mounting on drywall possible if you attach to wood support behind drywall. i've been a renter-would not recommend unless you leave it behind for the next occupant. hope this helped.
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I think you are talking about the initial installation. That would probably be like screwing anything into wood. My mom needed someone else to do this for her. It does have adhesive to hold it in position while you screw it in, but you want a good installation so you can use it with some force. It's just a plastic disc with holes for wood screws to go into your cabinet underside.
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Apparently my husband had to drill holes in the back of cabinet ..I didn't know it came without instructions ..
611982
The drill bit should be the same size or a little bigger than the screws provided. You also have to countersink the shaft that the screws screw into. Be very careful about marking and drilling the holes. They are EXACTLY 3" apart. Drill the smaller hole first. Then drill the hole for the shaft with a larger bit that is the same size as the shaft. Drill this one from the front of the cabinet and ONLY as deep and the shaft is.
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Use the provided magnets. Sounds like you didn't mount them on the door when you assembled the item.
1820551
This one did not come with magnets....sorry! I just hang in with a nail on our pantry door.