Even in 2023, this is still useful information. This was my first time installing these on a custom cabinet I made from scratch. Worked great and the adjustability gave me a perfect gaps and lines.
Jesus Christ, I've been researching these hinges fr days. All I wanted was a video that said "this is what the hinges are", and "this is how you fit them". This is the first video I've come across that actually explained it. Much appreciated!
Hi Joey, wanted to thank you specifically for the tip on installing inset hinges, without the proper hinge, which is exactly what I needed on one of my projects. As always, great work. Take good care.
Just found this two years late. Great information. I've been building cabinets for 40 yrs, but always faceframe with conventional hinges. The high-end custom mnfcts (that I compete with...picking up the crumbs) are now using a very clever combination of frameless and framed components and every combo of concealed hinge you can imagine - it's been a steep learning curve. In my experience Blum does kill the competition - better built and more innovative- you can almost always find a hinge that will fit whatever you're trying to do. That said, I'm still learning and discovering new ways to do things.
hi Joey just wanted to say a big thanks this video has been a huge help as I am changing the doors in the kitchen in my new house and you have just saved me a fortune. big thanks Richard.
Excellent video - completely cleared up all the gaps in my knowledge - even tells me that 18mm thick doors will work and also how I will have to modify my existing carcass to accomodate these hinges.
Excellent video! Very comprehensive. I'm just fascinated by the incredible engineering that goes into these hinges. They really thought of everything and allowed a lot of tolerance.
Thank you very much I have not had any experience with different type of hinges or types of screws either so really great help for us folks that are just beginning to want to learn the basics. You did a wonderful job explaining about this particular hinge. I had know idea there are adjustable hinges.
Great info, only video I have been able to find that explains more than just how to drill the 35mm hole...many others briefly discuss overlays but for the life of me I could not find any info on which plate I needed for full or half overlay...now I can order the hinges and plates online without being overcharged by a retail outlet...thx so much!
It might not be a Sheraton chair, but that was extremely useful and informative. I had no idea of the basics, although I have put in dozens of conventional hinges. I had no idea there were so many types, much less that there were half-coverage and full coverage, and that these things can be adjusted. Thanks very much!
Awesome video brother, thank you. It helped me solve my uneven door issue. I was wondering what that 3rd screw was for. Didn't know it was that simple to raise the door 🫣
Thank you. The story stick will help me greatly. I'm mounting a very heavy mirror (30-40 lbs) & will use multiple hindges and was unsure how to get accuracy for the carcass portion for mounting.
Hey Joey, Very informative, I've been playing these style hinges, but are about 20 yrs old. The ability to make the finer adjustments on the newer hinges is awesome. I think I'll lash out & buy the newer hinges next kitchen reno I do :) Thanks for the Vid. cheers Steve
grateful sir.. i was hunting for vdo to fix my wardrobe hinge which had flipped open and could not be put back.. thx fr your super video unscrewed the separated part on other side first flipped it back in the other part and then screwed the other part flush on right position again
When I was in cabinetmaking school I learned how to use those hinges, but I never liked them. My favourite cabinet hinges are Youngdale hinges. I dunno if they get much use outside of the US, but I love them because they're cheap and easy to use, you just cut a 7mm slot on the back of the door and then screw them in.
Hi Joey.....I know of these hinges as Euro hinges here in Aus for frameless cabinets. I think in the US they tend to like using face frames for cabinets and so use more conventional hinges........you are right they are pricey at Bunnings/ mitre 10 but I tried buying from a kitchen supply place and as I wasn't in the trades weren't interested in selling to me.......go to Bunnings was their suggestion!!! Enjoy your tutorials....cheers
SimopsAus hi, yeah the Americans seem to like there face frames, seems like more hassle than framless. admittedly I will buy from bunnings when I need 1 or 2 things. anymore and I'll order it. if you have a big order (for you) and tell them your a furniture maker they'll most likely give you a cash account .
That was really helpful and easy to understand! Thank you. Still not exactly the right hinges for my project but still really helped. Anyone know what sort I need when although the door is full overlay.. hard to explain!.. there is a frame within the cupboard that is only 2 cm wide to attach the bit that would normally attach to the carcus?...
Thank you, thank you the half covering information was exactly what I was looking for. Can any full overlay hinge be adjusted to only cover half of the frameless frame?
For euro hinges it is pretty simple. The hole in the door is 35mm in diameter, 12mm deep, and should be 5mm from the edge (or 22.5mm if measured from edge of the door wing to the center of the hole). The cabinet part is even simpler. Holes are 5mm diameter, 32mm apart and should be 37mm away from the edge of the cabinet side edge.
This is totally not always the case, there are so many different types of hinges and relevant drilling positions that this generic simplified information is not really helpful unless you specify which hinge and type you are talking about.
You didn't show how the hinges snap together and release. Are the hinges German? One of my doors doesn't close fully, what's the remedy please and your video is very informative.
We have a 45° corner kitchen cabinet with these style hinges. The hinges are over 30 years old and have broken. Having a hard time determining what degree/° and style to replace the hinges with. What can you recommend? The cabinet is not a "lazy susan" style. It's just inset into the corner on a 45°with a normal cabinet door.
It depends a bit on how the carcass is made. It could be that the carcass box is on a 45deg with some voids to each side which you cant access. In this case a standard hinge like in this video would work , full or half cover or insert (depending on how the doors are set up) alternatively the carcass is made to fit the corner fully , in which case the carcass wall (where the hinges attach) are in line with the closed door. Again it depends how the cabinet is made here too most likely your after a 'cranked' hinge. Best thing is to take some pics and show your local hardware guys.
Great video and perfectly explained, just what I wanted. I'm from across the Tasman and not a tradesman but a keen hobbyist and don't have access to trade prices. Any suggestions as to where to buy these including the template. Thanks again for a great demonstration
Good info. Did you ever come across such a hinge that opened at least 270° and would be under closing tension from at least 180°? I have a design that requires the mount to be on a partial blanking panel on the front of a cabinet.
Cheers. Thankfully I have plenty of time to work on the design for this, so I'll figure something out. Have to love these hinges for the adjustability and ease of installation though
can you change an old hinge with a new-age hinges? we need to order for a double-door of a side kitchen cabinet. can you please tell us how to choose them (to join the 2 parts, not join the cabinet itself)?
