3D printed drawer handles let you match any style and any existing screw spacing, and a printed drill jig makes installation easy. 3D Printing Nerd, a YouTube channel about printing projects, designed pulls in Fusion 360 with slots for embedded nuts, test-printed them in PLA, then printed the final set in carbon-fiber nylon.
Send to Print, a YouTube channel about printable home designs, compared five different handle designs.
Here is how to design, print and install handles that hold up.
Designing 3D Printed Drawer Handles
Prices checked on Amazon Oct 16, 2026. I may earn a commission from links, at no cost to you.
- Match the hole spacing of your old pulls (common: 76 mm / 3 in, 96 mm, 128 mm)
- Add hex pockets for nuts or use heat-set inserts. Don’t thread screws straight into plastic.
- Make the grip at least 20 mm deep for fingers
- Print so the pull force runs along the layers, not across them
Print a Drill Jig Too
A printed jig that hooks over the drawer edge drills every handle hole square and level. Search “drawer pull jig”. It is also covered in my 3D printed woodworking jigs guide.
Material for Handles
| Filament | Verdict |
|---|---|
| PLA | Fine for test fits and light drawers |
| PETG | Good everyday choice |
| Nylon or carbon-fiber nylon | Toughest; best for heavy drawers |
Best Printers for Handles
| Printer | Price (Amazon, Oct 16, 2026) | Why it fits | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bambu Lab A1 | $299.99 | Great value for PLA and PETG pulls | Check price |
| Elegoo Centauri 2 Combo | $328.99 | 4-color for decorative pulls | Check price |
| Bambu Lab P1S Combo | $549.00 | Enclosed for nylon-type materials | Check price |
What YouTube Creators Found About 3D Printed Drawer Handles
These are findings from popular YouTube videos, paraphrased from their transcripts and credited. They are the creators’ experiences and claims, not my test results.
- 3D Printing Nerd (3D Printing Nerd: “DIY Custom Drawer Pulls / Drawer Handles & Jig”) designed pulls in Fusion 360 with slots for embedded nuts, test-printed in PLA, then printed final versions in MatterHackers NylonX. One nut spun inside the carbon-fiber nylon, which he didn’t worry about because the pulls would stay installed. He also made a jig for placing the holes.
- Send to Print (Send to Print: “I Designed 5 Different 3D Printed Drawer Handles”) compared five handle designs.
Square and Level Pulls
Frequently Asked Questions
Are 3D printed drawer handles strong enough?
For normal drawers, yes, in PETG or nylon with embedded nuts. PLA can crack over time.
How do I attach a printed handle?
With machine screws into embedded nuts or heat-set inserts.
What size are drawer pull holes?
Common spacings are 76 mm (3 in), 96 mm and 128 mm. Measure yours.
Can I print handles for kitchen cabinets?
Yes. PETG is easy to clean; avoid PLA near the stove or dishwasher heat.
Sources
- 3D Printing Nerd: “DIY Custom Drawer Pulls / Drawer Handles & Jig”
- 3D Printing Nerd: “3D Printing Square & Level Drawer Pulls and Cabinet Handles”
- Send to Print: “I Designed 5 Different 3D Printed Drawer Handles”
- Amazon product listings for the printers linked above, October 16, 2026
Related: Useful Things to 3D Print for Your Home | 3D Printed Woodworking Jigs | How to 3D Print Replacement Parts | PLA vs PETG for Beginners
Notes and disclosure
Note: Printer prices come from Amazon listings on October 16, 2026 and change often. The ideas below come from popular YouTube creators and Reddit threads, credited where used. My own hands-on results will be added after my planned test prints.
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