Expert: Kirk Ryan - 10/2/2008

Question
Hi Kirk,
I am trying to find a plastic stop for a drawer that screws on the back of the dresser drawer and hugs the runner on underneath so it does not fall out when you open the drawer.  I know it is a cheap fix, but I have 1 our of the 6 drawers that is still there and it seems to work fine.  Thanks for your help

Answer
Well, if you lived in the Boston area, I'd say "bring one in!" But in any case, I would try to get a hold of one off your dresser so you can have it in hand. If you can take it to a hardware store or a furniture store near you, they should be able to match it up to something that will work. Worse case, take a picture of it if you can, and bring the picture to the stores.

I'm sure they make a universal one. The one that I have here at my store is a white plastic piece that snaps into place.

Also, you could try schockmetal.com. They are a metal runner producer, they may have an answer for you too. Another store branch that sells runners and things of that type is the "Rockler" store. I'm not sure about a Home Depot, but they might.

Good luck, hope this helps.