Best cabinet & furniture hinges according to redditors
We found 127 Reddit comments discussing the best cabinet & furniture hinges. We ranked the 84 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 127 Reddit comments discussing the best cabinet & furniture hinges. We ranked the 84 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Here you go
https://www.amazon.ca/Vintage-Decorative-Butterfly-Hinges-Cabinet/dp/B07D5RH8G7
Or this one if you want it faster
https://www.amazon.ca/INCREWAY-Cabinet-Butterfly-Replacement-Decorative/dp/B07KCDX6CF/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=butterfly+bronze+hinges&qid=1574752499&refinements=p_85%3A5690392011&rnid=5690384011&rps=1&sr=8-3
You can buy these now. Much easier to install and accomplishes the same goal (sorry for the long link). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J9XB6BQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D.u0Db0RP3NYH
something like this instead
Tech: Smart plugs / switches. I'm partial to Wemo and second to TP-Link. Could get a few plugs for under $100. Pair them up with logitech pops someday (the starter kit is $100 right there, I'm just mentioning it because the two work well together.
Universal fan controllers, I can't speak to any brand/style I could recommend. You would have to research that one, but something like this https://www.lowes.com/pl/Ceiling-fan-remote-controls-Ceiling-fan-parts-accessories-Ceiling-fans-accessories-Lighting-ceiling-fans/4294395598 I personally like the wall mount ones with a remote. So you can use the wall switch as normal and the remote as a bonus.
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Non Tech:
Easy off toilet seats. Ever take a seat off before? Years of poo under the seam. Something like this: https://www.homedepot.com/p/BEMIS-Lift-Off-Elongated-Closed-Front-Toilet-Seat-in-White-1500EC-000/100120881
Pair it up with a plunger that doesn't suck. IE buy an expensive one that won't get stuck and splash poo water all over your walls because you have the $10 cheap one from wally world.
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Garbage disposal. You can get a little badger for $100. But that's gonna end up being a DIY project to keep your $100 budget.
Soft-close cabinet door dampers. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Rok-Hardware-Cabinet-Compact-Adapter/dp/B00J9XB6BQ Again, you're on your own to research a brand/style. But they sell them at big box stores too.
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Bathroom fan timer switch or humidity based. Either get one with button for 10 20 30 whatever min run time, so you can let your bathroom vent humidity out after a shower. Or one that auto turns on at X% humidity. All sold in big box stores.
I ended up using pneumatic hinges on kids chest. Like this https://www.amazon.com/Apexstone-Close-Support-Safety-Hinge/dp/B06XZRSHWB/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543354605&sr=8-1&keywords=pneumatic+hinge
Couldn’t find a more elegant solution. This has worked well. All hands still 3-D
Dropping this here just in case..
Obviously, actual soft close hinges are ideal, but we hope to redo our kitchen in the next few years, so I didn't want to go thru the hassle or cost of replacing all the current hinges. So I installed these instead: https://smile.amazon.com/Rok-Hardware-Cabinet-Compact-Adapter/dp/B00J9XB6BQ
They work much better than I expected.
Again, yes, hinges are far better. But these are super easy on time and money. Cheers.
The soft close hinges are kind of expensive. I used these in my kitchen.
Rok Hardware 25 Pack Soft Close Damper for Cabinet Doors / Compact / Soft Close Adapter / Hardware / Nickel / Hinge https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J9XB6BQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_lACxCb1PZKEKB
Add these
https://www.amazon.com/Rok-Hardware-Cabinet-Compact-Adapter/dp/B00J9XB6BQ/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_60_tr_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HH9PZAHVK79YMX24J3RR
Something like this might work:
http://www.amazon.com/Sugatsune-Soft-Down-Lid-Support/dp/B001DT4PMG
My go-to manufacturer is Blum. Never ever had a problem with their hardware holding up, even in rentals:
https://www.amazon.com/Blum-33-3600-Compact-Opening-Die-Cast/dp/B06XJ6YBP7
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XZRSHWB?psc=1 I bought these for a fish tank lid that weighs roughly 25 pounds and only used one. Even with just one it is almost to powerful. Using both should give you 66# of holding force. They are cheap enough if it's not enough you could go up to 55# struts. Being soft close will help keep fingers from being smashed as well.
This looks like the same hinge.
Looks like these https://www.amazon.com/Surface-Mount-Single-Door-Hinge/dp/B003L0O8IG/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1527261474&sr=8-12&keywords=soss+hinges
Thanks! It's definitely stable enough to write on, the downside is that pulling the top up is a bit tough. Unless I hold the rest of the table down, the whole thing comes up when I grab it. I'm hoping that the hardware loosens up a bit with use. I picked the lift mechanism up on Amazon.
Have you looked at gas springs. https://www.amazon.com/Springs-Pneumatic-Supports-Cupboard-Hydraulic/dp/B07D5SVK9H
I picked these ones up last year and dropped them into a coffee table. I've been happy with them so far: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076FPX8MT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Yeah. This is the hardware I used. It worried me at first because it's pretty flimsy but once the planks were installed across each hinge they firmed up nicely. The point of rotation on the hinges is ab it awkward too. I ended up having to shave more off the bottom of the shoe drawer faces than I wanted too.
I added these, and works well. I think there is a Euro model https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IRLHIEK
They're a bit ugly, but soft-close dampeners will do that.
Have you looked into these? https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01CDR98IW/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1498612437&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=lift+hinge&dpPl=1&dpID=41iq878DaGL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01CDR98IW/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1488167739&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=lift+top+coffee+table+hardware
I think this is essentially what you are looking for:http://www.amazon.com/Blum-Degree-Face-Frame-Hinge/dp/B002MMQM4M/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_img_y
edit: You may have to find ones designed solely for flat surfaces, or modify the door slightly, because I believe the ones I linked to are made for cabinet doors that have been mortised out?(If that's the word for it?)
Also: Sauton 1pair Folding Lift up Top Table Mechanism Hardware Fitting Hinge Spring Standing Desk Frame https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FPX8MT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_EN6dAb7JXR3AM. And many more like it for cheap in the “related items”
:) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FPX8MT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_z0L0AbAXRCHTP
OK, I think I've got it. In essence, you're creating a lipped, or rabbeted door. These may work, but I don't know if they'll give enough clearance. I'm fairly sure you could use 165° hinges, though you may need to make a mock-up and fiddle around with the backset of the mounting plate.
Soft close cabinet damper. This has easily been one of the top cheapest and fastest investments that have need immediate results in satisfaction! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IRLHIEK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nlSiDbBR1Y3PP
Rok Hardware 25 Pack Soft Close Damper for Cabinet Doors / Compact / Soft Close Adapter / Hardware / Nickel / Hinge https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J9XB6BQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_G83iDbZV34G40
Euro hinges? Can you post a pic? I'm about to start a fairly expansive cabinet/shelf/terrarium stand for my dorm and am weighing all my hinging options. So far I've settle on [these] (http://www.amazon.com/Blum-Degree-Face-Frame-Hinge/dp/B002MMQM4M/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1464327464&sr=8-4&keywords=hinges#).
Looks like this kind of hinge: http://www.amazon.com/SOSS-Mortise-Invisible-Hinges-Thickness/dp/B000CSI9S0/ref=sr_1_6?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1463530131&sr=1-6&keywords=SOSS+hinges
but of course getting a perfect match might prove difficult.
I got these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IRLHIEK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They're ok. Seem a little flimsy and the doors have a tendency to bounce a little before closing, but it seemed the best solution for the price. I'm sure I could spend more and get soft close hinges or something, but can't justify the cost.
http://www.amazon.com/Blum-Soft-Close-BLUMotion-Inset-Hinges/dp/B004K7V8UU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397973310&sr=8-1&keywords=blum+frameless+hinges
SOSS hinges are garbage for all but the smallest doors. I'd need to see a pic to say for sure, but I believe these will work even on a curved application as you described. You need a 35mm Forster bit to install them
So I need to repost with better explanations to comply with sub rules. But to answer your immediate question:
I used these hinges. They come with cross bars and I replaced them with longer ones for this build. Idk how necessary they are though.
I made one of these a year ago and used barrel hinges. Worked pretty good. Here are the ones I got. Be sure to be extra super careful when lining up the holes. Those rockler dowel centers suggested by doitdoitdoit look like a good idea.
Did you make it using a face frame? Inset hinges I believe are the correct term you're looking for.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0036AYZ0M?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&showDetailTechData=1#technical-data
The link shows how they work with a face frame, this link would be for a frameless build.
https://www.amazon.com/Blum-Soft-Close-BLUMotion-Frameless-Cabinets/dp/B004K7V8UU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494730746&sr=8-1&keywords=BLUM+Top+Clip+Inset+Hinges%2C+frameless+cabinets
And this link would be for glass doors albeit for frameless style cabinet
https://www.amazon.com/Blum-75T4300-Cabinet-94-Degree-Function/dp/B0096UBIBU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494730856&sr=8-1&keywords=BLUM+Top+Clip+Inset+Hinges%2C+glass+doors
I have/had already intended to buy a table saw, router table, orbital and belt sanders, and a power drill. I assume the drill press is just for the hinge cups? I was planning on getting one of these jigs to ensure consistent and even cup placement. Would this be enough to preclude a drill press for the time being?
The shopvac/respirator setup is something I was considering, but will definitely do now thanks to your advice and others.
The edge finish issue is something I keep hearing about but it seems there are a million solutions (spackle, drywall paste, wood glue being the most common). I guess I'll just have to make a few test pieces and see what works best with the paint and primer I end up using.
Thanks for the advice and insight!
I might look into that option (and see if maybe I can do it myself -- an excuse to buy a few forstner bits, if it's just one simple cavity on the door).
Edit; Just found this Kreg Hinge jig. I'm a big fan of the Kreg pocket-hole jig, so this may definitely be an option.
Here you go: Blum 105 Degrees Compact 38N Series 3/4" Overlay Screw-On Cabinet Hinge -10 PACK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MZ8AP5K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_oDb5BbF0KGK5D
It's called a lid stay hinge and you can find them on Amazon, Rockler, Woodcraft, etc. They come in many shapes and sizes.
Here is one example:
Sugatsune Lid Stay 105 Degree Open With Soft Close , Umber https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DT4PMG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_frcWzbVQR34MQ
I don’t have any great suggestions for fixing the doors, but as far as installing slow close hardware I like these:
Rok Hardware 25 Pack Soft Close Damper for Cabinet Doors / Compact / Soft Close Adapter / Hardware / Nickel / Hinge https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J9XB6BQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_221-Bb03M09E0
I installed them probably 3 years ago and they still work great, for a fraction of the cost of replacing the hinges with soft close hinges.
I got mine from Amazon. Make sure you get right size. Blum 33.3600 Compact 33 Screw on 110 Degree Opening Face Frame Hinge, Zinc Die-Cast (Pack of 10) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XJ6YBP7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_QonMAbZA69QEM
Not sure if this would work but they sell simple springs that go on the cabinet near the hinge to make it self closing:
Wing Spring Door Closer 5-1/4", Butterfly Spring, Fits on All Door Butt Hinge Pins, Keeps All Doors Closed, Rubber Sleeves on Wing (Pack of 2)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0124ZAYRW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_3xryzb028R7V8
You can also get add on soft close mechanisms that just screw to the cabinet opening without affecting the hinge at all if you just need that feature:
Rok Hardware 10 Pack Soft Close Damper for Cabinet Doors / Compact / Soft Close Adapter / Nickel / Hardware / Hinge
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IRLHIEK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_QAryzb0K5YYJH
https://www.amazon.com/Surface-Mount-Single-Door-Hinge/dp/B003L0O8IG
This is the one I bought. Works great. It's pretty sturdy for how small they are.
> their kitchen cabinets at least are overlay.
Isn't 95% of Ikea overlay? If I understand overlay correctly, the door is stopped when closing (and rests) upon the frame of the cabinet. Billy, Besta, Alsvik.
Following your links above, I found 2 products using that hinge:
Assuming you haven't moved on yet -- I think you'd be better off just buying non-Ikea hinges from a hinge store and matching it with the Ikea parts. I mean a 2-second search found me these, which are $7 more than Besta hinges.
Here is a box that I made.
I used magnets to keep it shut, but I've done similar boxes with hinges on one side and a magnet on the other. For hinges, I'd use mini barrel hinges. They will be less intrusive. I didn't feel like ordering magnets online, so I went to Lowe's and bought some fridge magnets that look like push pins and cracked the plastic to pull out the magnet. They are a nice size. The pillow is made by taking two foam hair rollers and sewing some nice fabric around them. The ring will sit in the crack between the two. I wouldn't use fabric that is too crazy though. You want the ring to be the focal point.