This is a steel magnetic catch that holds cabinet doors closed through magnetic attraction. The catch consists of two parts: a magnetic housing that mounts inside the cabinet and a matching strike plate that fixes to the door.

Where It Fits

You'll find this particularly useful on smaller cupboard doors throughout your kitchen, especially those hung on butt hinges rather than modern soft-close hinges. It works well on pantry doors, utility cupboards, or any cabinet where you need a simple, reliable closing mechanism.

How It Works

The magnetic housing screws into the top or side rail of your cabinet frame. The strike plate fixes to the corresponding position on your door. When you close the door, the magnet draws the strike plate in and holds it firmly in place. With a 6kg pull force, you need a deliberate tug to open the door, but it releases cleanly once you overcome that magnetic hold.

Why It Matters

This catch prevents doors from drifting open on their own, particularly important in kitchens where vibration from appliances or foot traffic can cause poorly secured doors to swing ajar. It gives you that satisfying click of closure and ensures your kitchen maintains its clean, closed appearance.

Design Consideration

This works best on doors that don't see constant heavy use, as the magnetic mechanism requires that deliberate pull to release. For frequently accessed storage or heavy doors, you might prefer a different closing solution. The 14mm depth means you need sufficient cabinet frame depth for proper mounting.

Build Quality

The steel construction and satin nickel finish provide durability and corrosion resistance in kitchen environments. Blum backs this with a lifetime guarantee, reflecting the robust engineering of what is essentially a simple but well-executed mechanism.

Options

This comes as a complete set with the magnetic catch, strike plate, and all necessary fixing screws. The satin nickel finish coordinates well with contemporary cabinet hardware.

Consider this where you want reliable door closure without the complexity of modern hinge systems, particularly on auxiliary storage or utility areas in your kitchen.