Cabinet Hinge Types
Cabinet Hinge Anatomy
The parts that make up a hinge will vary in appearance for different hinge types and styles, yet they still perform the same functions. Reversible hinges may be used on either left or right-hand cabinet doors.
- Frame Wing:
- Part of the hinge that attaches to the cabinet frame.
- Door Wing:
- Part of the hinge that attaches to the cabinet door.
- Knuckle:
- Connects the frame wing and door wing and allows rotation.
- Pin:
- Holds the hinge together.
Wrap Around Hinges
- Full Wrap-Around:
- Frame wing wraps three sides of the frame and screws to the inside edge. Full wrap-around hinges are no longer available in production. Partial wrap-around hinges work great as replacements.
- Partial Wrap-Around:
- Frame wing wraps two sides of the frame and screws to the edge.
Face Frame (Semi-Concealed) Hinges
The frame wing is visible when the cabinet door is closed. The door wing is concealed.
View Face Frame Hinge OptionsSurface Mount Hinges
Both wings of the hinge are mounted to the outside surfaces of the cabinet door and frame.
View Surface Mount Hinge OptionsInset Hinges
The frame wing is visible when the cabinet door is closed. The door wing is concealed and extends into the frame cavity.
View Inset Hinge OptionsOverlay Hinges
Frame wing wraps two sides of the frame and allows the door to overlap the frame.
Learn how to measure the overlayView Overlay Hinge Options
Reverse Bevel Hinges
Frame wing wraps two sides of the frame and allows the door to overlap the frame, door wing accepts a door with the mounting edge sloping inward.
View Reverse Bevel Hinge OptionsFlush/Full Inset Hinges
Both wings of the hinge are mounted to the inside surfaces of the cabinet door and frame, concealing both wings and leaving the knuckle exposed.
View Flush/Full Inset Hinge Options