Choosing a cabinet hinge

Clarify door geometry, drilling and opening requirements before choosing a hinge.

Identify the door arrangement

Check whether the door fully overlays the cabinet side, shares it with another door, or sits inside the opening. Choose hinge geometry and a mounting plate that match this arrangement.

Measure the preparation

Record panel thickness, cup diameter, cup depth and the existing screw pattern. Compare these measurements with the documentation for the exact hinge model.

Check movement and closing

Consider nearby doors, drawers and internal fittings when selecting the opening angle. If soft closing is required, confirm the damping features and adjustment options of the selected model.