Cabinet Hinges

How to Choose Cabinet Hinges

Cabinet hinges affect how a cabinet door mounts, opens, and sits against the cabinet, so the most important first step is choosing the hinge type that matches the construction of the cabinet and door. On this page, the visible category structure includes standard cabinet hinges, olive knuckle cabinet hinges, demountable cabinet hinges, overlay hinges, inset cabinet hinges, and European cabinet hinges.

One of the first things to compare is whether the cabinet door is overlay or inset. Overlay hinges are used when the door sits over the cabinet opening, while inset cabinet hinges are used when the door sits flush within the cabinet frame opening. That difference changes both the appearance of the cabinet and the hinge style you will need.

It is also important to decide whether you want a more traditional exposed hinge look or a more concealed hinge style. The live category structure includes both classic hinge types such as olive knuckle and standard cabinet hinges, as well as European cabinet hinges, which are commonly used when a more concealed hinge style is preferred.

Before ordering, compare the cabinet construction, hinge type, and door application carefully so the cabinet hinge fits the project the way you want it to and works correctly with the cabinet door design.