How To Hang Conceiled Door Hinges

In our demonstration we install a simple brass hinge in a piece of hard maple image 1.

How to hang conceiled door hinges.

For each door drill 3 holes for each concealed door hinge a large 35 mm hole with 2 offset holes above and below it on the left side 8 mm in diameter for the dowels and screw fasteners. As you can see we also painted them and added trim. Traditional hinges are mounted to the surface. Hold the hinge in place as a template and score around it using a utility knife image 2.

A device called a hinge mark template will help you mark the hole locations accurately for every door. Choose a traditional hinge to add a stylistic detail to your cabinets. This video will show y. Install the hinge.

Use a combination square to mark a line on the back of the door parallel with the hinge side edge and. If you have been following me on instagram bentswoodworking you will know that i am currently building come cabinets for a kitchen. Drill these just 1 2 inch deep into the door. Tighten the screws and you are ready to hang the cabinets.

I just love how this small change really makes the cabinets more upscale and modern. Measure the spacing. Drill the cup holes. Wrap the hinges around the cabinet so they re flush.

Here is what the cabinet doors look like now. Attaching traditional hinges 1. Step 8 secure the hinge to the shed s door jamb with the enclosed screws. Replace your old cabinet hinges with concealed soft close blum overlay hinges and stop cabinet door slamming while hiding your hinges.

Use a vise to steady your work as you install hinges. Concealed cabinet hinges in 9 steps 1. Score all the way around three sides of the hinge. Wood shims can support the door at the bottom for clearance and the helper can aid in holding the door and maintaining its alignment as you secure the remaining hinge strap to the jamb.

Raise the door into position within the jamb.