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Jiozermi Cabin Hook and Eye Latches

My storage-hardware purchases include several ways to hold a door or lid in position. A visible hook-and-eye closure offers a different action from the push and roller latches in the same kit.

By Steven Smith · Camper Van Freedom

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The measured timber drawer frame on my patio.
The measured timber drawer frame on my patio.

The item in my kit

I bought Jiozermi Cabin Hook and Eye Latches as part of my camper van equipment.

My storage-hardware purchases include several ways to hold a door or lid in position. A visible hook-and-eye closure offers a different action from the push and roller latches in the same kit.

Where it fits my build

I built the storage-bin drawer frame on the patio from a measured layout. I joined the timber, added inside corner brackets and fitted the base before moving on to the lining.

I cut the rubber mat with scissors, cleaned the wood and used spray adhesive in sections with a roller. Screws and washers attached the mat, and the slides joined the drawer to its surrounding cabinet frame.

The drawer after I fitted its rubber lining.
The drawer after I fitted its rubber lining.

My build notes

The drawer went through several distinct stages before it could slide in the cabinet. The photographs show the exposed frame first and the lined drawer later, making the changes in access and fastening positions visible.

Measuring, framing, lining and slide installation were separate stages of the drawer assembly.

Alternative products

Two alternatives to compare

ZXUEZHENG offers another cabin-hook format. The Keenkee double-roller latch changes the closure to a catch that engages as the panel is pushed shut.

ZXUEZHENG Cabin Hooks

ZXUEZHENG Cabin Hooks

These small cabin hooks pivot from one mounting plate into a separate eye. Screw holes attach the two halves of the closure to adjoining parts.

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Keenkee Double-Roller Cabinet Latches

Keenkee Double-Roller Cabinet Latches

These Keenkee catches hold a mating strike between two rollers. The latch and strike attach with screws to opposing cabinet parts.

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Questions from my build

Where did I build the drawer?

On the patio during the roof-storage project.

How did I cut the rubber lining in that session?

My diary specifically records using scissors.

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