Ok. Well one idea you might want to keep in mind. When you're drilling a pilot hole you can just put a piece of blue painters tape around the bit at the depth you want to go to. It's simple and it helps to make sure you don't go any deeper than you want to.
I love you guys for making this video. I've always wanted hidden hinges on my old 1950's cabinets! My vintage yet sturdy kitchen cabinets thank you for saving their lives. Paint and hidden hinges is enough of an update to keep me happy with the look and it will cost less than new cabinets. I also always wondered what to do about the hidden hinge overhang into the cabinet, and you tackled that as well. Many thanks!
Old video but exactly what I need! I have a separate nice workshop I use for sewing, crafting! Im trying to make it look nicer as I do have clients in. Unlike house that has hidden hinges they used cheap black hinges on the lower white cabinets. Very distracting to me! I didn't know how to change out. Until I saw this! Thanks so much!
Thanks to the both of you, for your step by step instructions on how to turn my cabinet into a more modern looking cabinet with the concealed hinges. Awesome Video!🏆
So glad about the advice not going to deep I thought you guys did a great job a little advice like that makes amateurs like me more successful so I appreciate it.
Hinges for face frame cabinets like yours would have a 90 degree bend in the part that attaches to the cabinet so they could be attached with four screws instead of just two. Those are harder to size so I see why you went with these. You ended up using a third screw, though, because two can't do the job with spring-loaded hinges. That third screw will end up working in opposition to the first two. If screwed in more firmly it would push the right side of the cabinet-mounted part of the hinge toward the back of the cabinet face frame, or at least 90 degrees from where it should be. That would pull the left side of the same cabinet-mounted part of the hinge its two screws away from the frame. A strip of wood of the correct depth, glued and screwed the whole height of the cabinet interior, would yield a more stable long-term result.
I have this same situation with our cabinets which is why I haven't tried to convert the hinges. Are there hinges available with the 90 degree bend that you mention so they can wrap around the edge of the inner cabinet? We have about 30 cabinet doors so adding wood strips along each of the cabinet interiors would be a big job. Thank you!
So, if you wanted to use these frameless hinges on a framed face cabinet (because you don't want to sink new holes in the door for the framed hinges) - is adding the wood along the length of the fame so you can use the frameless hinges an acceptable alternative?
I love a good DIY shortcut! That must have been a great AHA! moment. Little tip you probably already know about - to keep from drilling pilot holes too deep, put a piece of painters tape on your drill bit at the correct depth so you have a visual marker to keep you from drilling too far.
Thank you for your generosity in showing this video. There comes a point, in my estimation, where the "look" of hidden hinges does not outweigh the stability and ease of just using the old style hinges. I think having to angle the back hinge and have the rigged inside look, or having to shim up the back of the inside hinge, just isn't worth the time and effort imo. Maybe there is some other kind of hidden hinge which would work better with the specs of old cabinets?
I totally concur with you. It seems that the weight of the door is simply being held on by the screws. I would like hidden hinges but I think my only option would be to upgrade to three quarter inch doors and use the European style hinge. My old doors in a 50 plus year old house is only 1/2 inch.
Thanks so much for this video! I have been struggling for 2/3 days to get this sorted. Watched your video and blitzed through the cabinet doors!!! Happy holidays! I owe ya a beer!!
How did I not know that y’all had a TH-cam channel????!!!!!! When I googled “can you put hidden hinges on old cabinets” I was THRILLED to see this pop up!!! Thank you for this video!
This is a wonderful video and very informative. Just what I needed. Can you show or tell us how it would look if you added a piece of wood to attach the first screws? Can we change to another door if we had to? Your kitchen looks great.
Great video guys! So when filling the holes/painting the old hinge's spots do you do that by removing all the doors or with the doors installed? Thanks for any help!
Either could work, depending on whether or not you're reusing any of the old hinge holes. If you are (or you're unsure) you could fill the holes with the doors on so that you're sure to only fill ones that won't be used again. But generally it's easier to patch, sand, and paint holes will the doors are removed.
Love the video - the link for the hinges doesn’t work for me - can you send me a link or tell me what type to buy for my older cabinet doors - mine are sort of beveled. THX
What size hinge are you using? I’m having a hard time determining the actual size that I need to purchase from the store and my cabinet and the interior of the cabinet is almost identical to yours.
What is the best place to buy the interior hinges, and how do you figure out what size hinges you need? Also if you need more content for TH-cam, I am happy to let you install them here 😁
A little acetone will dissolve the contact cement. If you put it in a spray bottle and gently pry out on an area, then spray the acetone at where the laminate is bonded to the substrate, you can slowly work down the side of a countertop, but work from an area where the acetone won't get onto a surface you don't want to separate.
What are the names of those replacement hinges? I'm finding hidden hinges but you have to drill a large hole into the back of the door. Which I don't think I could do. Thanks.
I dont think the new hinges are centered enough. They need to be in the center if the wood. They will eventually pull through the exterior of the cabinet.
I would add a piece of wood to fill in the space to make it look professional. Yeah nobody will know unless you are selling the home and someone sees it. It looks like an amature did it. If the top screws matched up, there is no need to keep the old hinge on.
Just a note: would be better to add a piece of wood behind where your hinges are. Secure a piece of 1x2 to the back and then you have a sturdy place to screw the back of your hinge!
Ordered because of your recommendation and selected the link. Total crap. No directions or template was included as you showed in video. The hinges will not even close or open. A disappointment since I like following your recommendations. They will be going back.
Ok. Well one idea you might want to keep in mind. When you're drilling a pilot hole you can just put a piece of blue painters tape around the bit at the depth you want to go to. It's simple and it helps to make sure you don't go any deeper than you want to.
Kreg jig eliminates tape etc.
Tip: Get two drills. One for the drill bit for pilot holes and one to screw the screw in. I swear, such a time saver!
I love you guys for making this video. I've always wanted hidden hinges on my old 1950's cabinets! My vintage yet sturdy kitchen cabinets thank you for saving their lives. Paint and hidden hinges is enough of an update to keep me happy with the look and it will cost less than new cabinets. I also always wondered what to do about the hidden hinge overhang into the cabinet, and you tackled that as well. Many thanks!
Old video but exactly what I need! I have a separate nice workshop I use for sewing, crafting! Im trying to make it look nicer as I do have clients in. Unlike house that has hidden hinges they used cheap black hinges on the lower white cabinets. Very distracting to me! I didn't know how to change out. Until I saw this! Thanks so much!
I just glued & screwed a block of wood inside to support the hinge.
Cabinets with new paint and hidden hinges look nice.
The cabinet framework is exactly like ours. This little video was an enormous help. Thank you for your effort. Peace and Love
This is great. However, I think to make this last over time I would add the block. Great job on the tutorial. Appreciate seeing what you did.
Thanks to the both of you, for your step by step instructions on how to turn my cabinet into a more modern looking cabinet with the concealed hinges. Awesome Video!🏆
I didn't know it was possible to switch these out. Great to know!
So glad about the advice not going to deep I thought you guys did a great job a little advice like that makes amateurs like me more successful so I appreciate it.
I will like to know where to purchase this hinges and the exact name. I like of this is that you don’t have to dig any holes, thanks
Great video! His wife (and videographer) actually spoke some very important points like don't drill pilot hole through the front of cab door.
Genius, just saved me a lot of time and trouble. Thank you!
Have been following you both for years and absolutely love your Florida home! You two are amazing! Thank you!
Hinges for face frame cabinets like yours would have a 90 degree bend in the part that attaches to the cabinet so they could be attached with four screws instead of just two. Those are harder to size so I see why you went with these. You ended up using a third screw, though, because two can't do the job with spring-loaded hinges. That third screw will end up working in opposition to the first two. If screwed in more firmly it would push the right side of the cabinet-mounted part of the hinge toward the back of the cabinet face frame, or at least 90 degrees from where it should be. That would pull the left side of the same cabinet-mounted part of the hinge its two screws away from the frame. A strip of wood of the correct depth, glued and screwed the whole height of the cabinet interior, would yield a more stable long-term result.
I have this same situation with our cabinets which is why I haven't tried to convert the hinges. Are there hinges available with the 90 degree bend that you mention so they can wrap around the edge of the inner cabinet? We have about 30 cabinet doors so adding wood strips along each of the cabinet interiors would be a big job. Thank you!
@@jlau8074 Not a 100% sure but I'm pretty sure that they make them for for framed faces and for unframed faces
So, if you wanted to use these frameless hinges on a framed face cabinet (because you don't want to sink new holes in the door for the framed hinges) - is adding the wood along the length of the fame so you can use the frameless hinges an acceptable alternative?
This really has made my life easier. Thanks!
Did you actually read my mind??? I needed this!!! 🙌🏼
Exactly what I was looking for. Totally updates the cabinets! Incredible, thank you!
This model hinge is not specifically designed for a face frame. You made them work. Two screws in the frame instead of four. Awesome
So smart and so easy! You guys just saved me tons of time and aggravation. Thanks - I like the look of your kitchen update.
I LOVE IT!!! I am going to do this for my cabinets!! Thank you for this video!❤
I love a good DIY shortcut! That must have been a great AHA! moment. Little tip you probably already know about - to keep from drilling pilot holes too deep, put a piece of painters tape on your drill bit at the correct depth so you have a visual marker to keep you from drilling too far.
Great tip! Didn't know this and it's helpful.
Omg the exact old hinges I'm working with. Thanks
Thank you for your generosity in showing this video. There comes a point, in my estimation, where the "look" of hidden hinges does not outweigh the stability and ease of just using the old style hinges. I think having to angle the back hinge and have the rigged inside look, or having to shim up the back of the inside hinge, just isn't worth the time and effort imo. Maybe there is some other kind of hidden hinge which would work better with the specs of old cabinets?
I totally concur with you. It seems that the weight of the door is simply being held on by the screws. I would like hidden hinges but I think my only option would be to upgrade to three quarter inch doors and use the European style hinge. My old doors in a 50 plus year old house is only 1/2 inch.
Thanks so much for this video! I have been struggling for 2/3 days to get this sorted. Watched your video and blitzed through the cabinet doors!!!
Happy holidays! I owe ya a beer!!
I think adding a block or another strip of wood would be best both aesthetically and functional over the long haul rather than the third screw.
Agreed, but we will eventually be renovating the kitchen with new cabinetry so we think this solution will be sufficient in the meantime.
Have the same exact situation and this will work perfectly!! Great video and explanation!! Thanks
I just purchased a 1947 built home! Exactly what I want to do!
Just video I’ve been looking for! Thank you!
Great video. I'm going to switch out my old hinges. Thank you.
Thanks for the tips, I'm updating my grandma's cabinets from like 1970, I think I'll go with the hidden hinges
This was a super helpful video! Thank you! This is exactly what I’ll be doing to my cabinets
Thank you so much! Exactly the information that I needed.
This was such a great video. I'm looking at doing the same and this will save so much time.
How did I not know that y’all had a TH-cam channel????!!!!!! When I googled “can you put hidden hinges on old cabinets” I was THRILLED to see this pop up!!! Thank you for this video!
I wound up buying a Kreg jig and some Blum hinges that snapped apart. Cool video though got me investigating.
Thank you. This is helpful. Thanks for the link to the supplier.
I love your video! Going to attempt this on my old cabinets!
This is a wonderful video and very informative. Just what I needed. Can you show or tell us how it would look if you added a piece of wood to attach the first screws? Can we change to another door if we had to? Your kitchen looks great.
Great video, thanks for your help!😍
you can use some painter tape to put on the drill to use as a guide as to how deep you need to go so you don't push all the way through
Thank you for this!❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉
How did you figure out the over lay with the outer hinges to know what new hinges you need?
Thank you so much for this video!
would love if these were slow close! recommendations?
You can buy soft close adapters too! Here's some from Home Depot: rstyle.me/+Z2slm3aQCxhlVDNu9GY2JQ
Great video guys! So when filling the holes/painting the old hinge's spots do you do that by removing all the doors or with the doors installed? Thanks for any help!
Either could work, depending on whether or not you're reusing any of the old hinge holes. If you are (or you're unsure) you could fill the holes with the doors on so that you're sure to only fill ones that won't be used again. But generally it's easier to patch, sand, and paint holes will the doors are removed.
are there soft close hinge style that would fit appropriately around the lip of that frame?
Love the video - the link for the hinges doesn’t work for me - can you send me a link or tell me what type to buy for my older cabinet doors - mine are sort of beveled. THX
Sorry the link wasn't working. Here is another link to try:
Hinges: amzlink.to/az0VfbYRUKFAx
What size hinge are you using? I’m having a hard time determining the actual size that I need to purchase from the store and my cabinet and the interior of the cabinet is almost identical to yours.
The exact hinges we used are linked in the video description. :)
What is the best place to buy the interior hinges, and how do you figure out what size hinges you need? Also if you need more content for TH-cam, I am happy to let you install them here 😁
Great video very helpful.
They make hinges that are designed for framed cabinets, you're using the wrong hinges is why you had to add the wonky angled screw.
How are those hinges holding up, I want to do the same to my Kitchen?
We had these hinges for about 18 months until we fully renovated the kitchen and they held up well.
I wouldn’t want painted hinges. Should I paint inside and out before installing hinges?
Can you tell me what kind of hinges you used? There are so many out there.
Sure thing! They are linked in this video description.
Oh thank you…it seemed so complicated …I am replacing mine too…😊
Also going to see if original screws on the door will work just because I know they won’t poke through the thin door
Sherry, you are clever for "harvesting" the laminate on the side to make the patch on the front counter edge. How did you remove it? Heat gun?
It just fell off! There were several areas that were peeling and had to be glued down, and luckily the side near the fridge was one of them.
A little acetone will dissolve the contact cement. If you put it in a spray bottle and gently pry out on an area, then spray the acetone at where the laminate is bonded to the substrate, you can slowly work down the side of a countertop, but work from an area where the acetone won't get onto a surface you don't want to separate.
So it looks like this would only work if you were using the same doors, or doors that were the same width. Is that right?
Are that the "slow motion" one?? The hydraulic one with "soft closing" feature??
No
What brand hinge is this, please?
What are the names of those replacement hinges? I'm finding hidden hinges but you have to drill a large hole into the back of the door. Which I don't think I could do. Thanks.
Hi there! The hinges are linked in the description of the video.
Did you buy new hinges with a certain face overlay measurement? At HD they specify.
Are your cabinets notched though? I cannot tell if your door is just a plan slab of wood or if it is deeply notched for lack of a better word
The back of our cabinet doors are flat. Hope that helps!
Lovely sharing.
Thank 👍
What is the exact name of the hindge you used and where did you get it
The hinge is linked in the video description.
what size hinge do you buy, have ordered multiple sizes and can't find right fit
These are the hinges we used: rstyle.me/+j5qk8FQueOmUx_6RAOl0Dg
Thanks!
What brand of hinges did you use ?
Hi there! The hinges are linked in the description of the video.
What brand did you purchase and where?
The hinge is linked in the video description.
What are these specific hinges called?
What is the product to by?
That's what I was wondering. Product description would have been helpful.
Here's a link to the hinges. It's also in the video description: amzlink.to/az0VfbYRUKFAx
How long was the new screw?
Whats the paint code or color on those cabinets... looks beautiful
It's Sherwin-Williams' Artsy Pink. Thanks!
Thank you.
Note hinge product in description!
Where did you purchase the hidden hinges used in the video?
We've linked the hinges in the video description for you.
are the hinges you installed soft close?
They aren't, but you can buy separate soft close plungers to attach to the cabinet frame.
Where did you get the hinges? Are they self closing or free pivot hinges?
These are the hinges we used: rstyle.me/+j5qk8FQueOmUx_6RAOl0Dg
What hinges did you install?
Da*n.. like night and day. Looks good.
Are these slow closing?
No, but you can purchase separate soft close attachments.
Can you please provide a link for the hinges?
Here you go! rstyle.me/+Wx4AkxSMsdCvS_8KMt0EoQ
Good video but my hinges are totally outside. Stinks so bad.
I can't see the brand of the hinges. Can you tell me specifically what they are?
Here you go! rstyle.me/+Wx4AkxSMsdCvS_8KMt0EoQ
What is the name of the product
We used these hinges: rstyle.me/+k0J2737srNL5hsoxctak6A
What is the mfgr and number of the hidden hinge?
These are the hinges we used: rstyle.me/+j5qk8FQueOmUx_6RAOl0Dg
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How did you choose new hindges?
We found some that worked with our cabinet frame style.
Thanks!!!
I dont think the new hinges are centered enough. They need to be in the center if the wood. They will eventually pull through the exterior of the cabinet.
I would add a piece of wood to fill in the space to make it look professional. Yeah nobody will know unless you are selling the home and someone sees it. It looks like an amature did it. If the top screws matched up, there is no need to keep the old hinge on.
now I know .. thank you.
Just a note: would be better to add a piece of wood behind where your hinges are. Secure a piece of 1x2 to the back and then you have a sturdy place to screw the back of your hinge!
Ordered because of your recommendation and selected the link. Total crap. No directions or template was included as you showed in video. The hinges will not even close or open. A disappointment since I like following your recommendations. They will be going back.
What brand and size of hinge did you use?
You can see the exact hinges we used linked in the episode description.