Magnetic Catches

A magnetic catch holds a cabinet door or panel closed with a quiet, positive retention that releases smoothly when the door is pulled open. At the DIY Hardware Store, our magnetic catches range covers the standard and push-to-open versions used in kitchen units, wardrobe doors, cabinet panels, and display cases across domestic and commercial settings.

The standard magnetic catch consists of a magnet body fixed to the cabinet frame and a steel striker plate fixed to the door - when the door closes, the magnet attracts the striker and holds the door in position with a force proportional to the magnet strength. Stronger magnets suit heavier doors or doors subject to draughts; lighter magnets are sufficient for small cabinet doors. The striker plate is typically adjustable for depth, allowing the catch to be tuned after installation for a positive but not overly stiff closure.

Push-push magnetic latches eliminate the need for a handle entirely on certain cabinet doors: push to close, push again to open. This creates a handle-free appearance increasingly popular in contemporary kitchen and furniture design. Available in white, brown, and satin steel at the DIY Hardware Store.

  • Standard magnetic catches with adjustable striker plates
  • Push-push magnetic latches for handle-free cabinet doors
  • Cylinder magnetic catches for a compact, discreet installation
  • Magnet strengths from light to strong for different door weights
  • White, brown, and satin steel finishes available
  • Suitable for kitchen units, wardrobes, and display cases