Grass Elite 18" Soft-Close Full Extension Undermount Drawer Slides, Roller Bearing Zinc - 13364-12
Description
Grass Elite Undermount Drawer Slides For Smooth Action
Grass Elite undermount drawer slides are full extension soft-close undermount drawer slides from Grass America designed for drawer projects using 5/8 inch or 3/4 inch side material. The fully concealed undermount carriage roller slide supports a clean look because the slide rides under the drawer rather than on the sides. The full extension travel lets the drawer open its full length, which gives clear access to the back without pulling the drawer past its runners. The soft, self-closing feature within a range of 1-1/4 inch pulls the drawer closed at the end of travel, which helps drawers seat consistently without slamming. The Airmatic shock absorber system slows drawer momentum near the cabinet, so closing action feels controlled and quiet in daily use.
Key Grass Elite Undermount Slide Advantages
- The fully concealed undermount carriage roller slide hides below the drawer, keeping hardware out of sight while still providing guided support along the full travel path.
- Full extension design allows the drawer to open its full length, which helps reach contents at the back of the drawer without working around partially hidden space.
- The soft, self-closing feature within a range of 1-1/4 inch pulls the drawer in for the last part of travel, helping drawers close consistently to the same position.
- The Airmatic shock absorber system slows the momentum of the drawer, so the close is soft and quiet rather than abrupt when the drawer is pushed shut.
- The unique air cylinder in the Airmatic system provides high performance and reliability without leaking oil pistons, which avoids oil residue along the slide area over time.
- Design for 5/8 inch (16 mm) or 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick drawer side material supports common drawer construction choices on shop projects and retrofit work.
Installation And Face Frame Application Details
This undermount drawer slide is designed for 5/8 inch or 3/4 inch drawer side material, which sets the side thickness needed when laying out box dimensions. The addition of straight brackets and a plastic adjustable socket makes this drawer slide ready for face frame application, so the same slide design can be used when working with face frame cabinet construction. Front height adjustment is built into the front locking device, allowing height changes at the front of the drawer using the integrated mechanism rather than modifying the drawer box. This adjustment point helps align drawer fronts across a run of cabinets after the slides are installed.
Using Grass 18 Inch Soft Close Slides In Projects
Where These 18 Inch Undermount Slides Fit Best
The Grass Elite 18 inch soft-close full extension undermount drawer slides match projects that need an 18 inch slide length with a concealed runner. The undermount carriage roller design works well when the drawer sides need to remain clear for storage or design details. Use with drawer side material at 5/8 inch or 3/4 inch thickness, which covers typical cabinet drawer box construction in many woodworking shops. The slide is part of the Elite Plus undermount slide line, identified by manufacturer part number 13364-12, useful when matching existing hardware on future jobs. This slide belongs to the Undermount Drawer Slides product class, so it suits cabinet layouts where the drawer box rides above the hardware.
Adjustment, Face Frame Use, And Consistent Results
The front height adjustment built into the front locking device lets the installer fine-tune front height without rebuilding drawers, which supports even reveals and clean cabinet lines across a bank of drawers. The Airmatic shock absorber system slows the drawer near the cabinet, improving close control and helping protect front alignment from repeated slamming. The unique air cylinder avoids leaking oil pistons, reducing the chance of lubricating oil reaching finished drawers during long-term use. Straight brackets and a plastic adjustable socket support face frame application, so the same basic slide setup adapts from frameless cabinetry to face frame cabinets with a consistent feel. Full extension travel combined with soft, self-closing action within 1-1/4 inch of closing gives predictable motion at the end of travel, which benefits drawer front spacing and day-to-day handling on installed jobs.
Common Questions About Grass Elite 18 Inch Slides
What type of drawer slide is the Grass Elite 13364-12?
The Grass Elite 13364-12 is a full extension undermount carriage roller drawer slide, which supports the drawer from underneath while keeping the hardware concealed from the sides.
How does the Airmatic shock absorber system affect drawer closing?
The Airmatic shock absorber system slows drawer momentum near closing, so the soft-close action feels controlled and quiet rather than abrupt in everyday cabinet use.
What drawer side thickness works with these undermount slides?
These undermount drawer slides are designed for 5/8 inch (16 mm) or 3/4 inch (19 mm) drawer side material, which matches common cabinet drawer box construction.
How far do these Grass undermount slides extend?
These Grass Elite slides provide full extension, which allows the drawer to open its full length so the back of the drawer is accessible during use.
Can these drawer slides be used on face frame cabinets?
The drawer slide works with face frame application when used with straight brackets and a plastic adjustable socket, supporting installations on face frame cabinets.
What adjustment is available at the front of the drawer?
Front height adjustment is built into the front locking device, allowing vertical front alignment without changing the drawer box dimensions.
Selecting Grass Elite Slides For Your Next Build
The Grass Elite 18 inch soft-close full extension undermount drawer slides from Grass America combine a concealed carriage roller slide with Airmatic shock absorber control for smooth action. Design for 5/8 inch or 3/4 inch drawer side material simplifies box layout on new builds and replacements. Integrated front height adjustment in the front locking device supports precise front alignment after installation. Use this 13364-12 undermount slide when a concealed full extension runner with controlled soft-closing motion is needed on cabinet projects.
