Thursday, November 8, 2007

How to change cabinet hinges

Things You'll Need

  • Combination Squares
  • Multiuse Screws
  • New Cabinet Hinges
  • Variable-speed Drills

Step One

Remove cabinet doors.

Step Two

Remove old hinges.

Step Three

Use a combination square to position new hinges at 2 inches from the top and bottom edges.

Step Four

Mark new screw locations.

Step Five

Attach new hinges with screws.

Step Six

Attach cabinet doors to the frames.

Step Seven

Check overlap of openings all around door.

Tips & Warnings

  • If the new hinge screw holes match the old holes, move the hinge 1/4 inch so you can put screws into new wood.

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