What Is a Cabinet Hinge?

They feature a frame around the face of the cabinet, similar to a picture frame. The hinges on framed cabinets are installed on the frame, and the cabinet door sits on the outside of the face frame.

How do I identify cabinet hinges?

You should check the diameter of the hole in the door that your current hinge sits in - these are usually 26mm, 35mm or 40mm for larger hinges. It's important to measure the hole in the door and not the hinge itself as the hinge may be slightly smaller.

What is the purpose of a hinge?

Hinges are used to join two parts together while allowing them to rotate relative to each other. They typically have two flat faces, known as leaves. One leaf is attached to each of the parts being joined. The leaves usually have holes in them, so that screws or bolts can be used, and form into a knuckle.