Installation and accessories for cabinet hinges
Installation and accessories for cabinet hinges
Here you will find components for installing, completing and repairing cabinet hinges and doors. The range includes mounting plates, repair plates, push catches, magnetic catches, spacers, cover caps, cover plates and other accessories for hinge systems.
Always check that the dimensions, product code and series of the accessory suit the hinge and cabinet construction. Small differences in height, drilling pattern or fixing method can determine whether the components are compatible.
Mounting plates for concealed hinges
The mounting plate is fixed to the cabinet side and connects the hinge arm to the cabinet. A mounting plate is never included when purchasing a hinge and must always be selected and ordered separately.
The range includes cruciform mounting plates, linear mounting plates and renovation mounting plates in different heights and with different fixing methods. Cruciform mounting plates are available for hole lines positioned 37 or 28 mm from the front edge of the cabinet.
Repair plates for damaged fixing points
Repair plates are used when the screw holes for the hinge or mounting plate have become worn or damaged. The plate creates a new fixing surface and may allow the hinge to be refitted without replacing the cabinet door or cabinet.
Push catches for Push-to-open systems
Push-to-open hinges have a reverse spring that helps open the door instead of pulling it towards the cabinet. When the door is pressed inwards, the push catch releases it and the reverse spring in the hinge pushes the door out so that it can be opened by hand.
The Push-to-open hinge must be combined with a compatible push catch. Depending on the construction, the catch can be recessed or surface-mounted with an adapter. A strike plate or catcher may also be required. Check which components are included and which must be ordered separately.
Magnetic catches for cabinets and furniture
Magnetic catches are used to hold a standard cabinet door closed. They normally consist of a magnetic unit and a matching strike plate. Select the magnetic catch according to the available mounting space and the holding force required by the door.
Spacers, cover caps and cover plates
Spacers are used to adjust the position or mounting height of a component. Cover caps and cover plates are fitted to compatible hinges and mounting plates to conceal screws, fixing points and technical components.
Other hinge accessories include supplementary components for Push systems and other hinge solutions. Always compare the product designation with the component for which the accessory is intended.
Frequently asked questions about hinge installation and accessories
Is a mounting plate included when I buy a hinge?
No. A mounting plate is never included when purchasing a hinge and must always be selected and ordered separately. Check that its series, height, fixing method and hole-line position suit the hinge and cabinet construction.
How do I know whether an accessory fits my hinge?
Compare the accessory’s compatibility, product code, series and dimensions with the hinge information. The same type of accessory may be available in several versions that are not interchangeable.
When should a hinge repair plate be used?
A repair plate is used when the screw holes in the cabinet door or cabinet have become worn or damaged. It covers the damaged area and provides a new fixing surface for the hinge or mounting plate.
How does a Push-to-open hinge work?
A Push-to-open hinge has a reverse spring that helps open the door. When the door is pressed inwards, the push catch releases it and the reverse spring in the hinge pushes the door out so that it can be opened by hand.
What do I need for a Push-to-open cabinet door?
You will normally need Push-to-open hinges with reverse springs and a compatible push catch. Depending on the installation, you may also need an adapter, strike plate or catcher.
Can a push catch be surface-mounted?
Yes. Many push catches can be surface-mounted with a suitable adapter. Other models are designed to be recessed into the cabinet. Check the installation method specified for the selected model.
What is the difference between a push catch and a magnetic catch?
A push catch holds a Push-to-open door closed and releases it when the door is pressed inwards. The reverse spring in the hinge then pushes the door out. A magnetic catch uses magnetic force to hold a standard door closed and does not normally create a Push-to-open function.
What are spacers used for?
Spacers adjust the position or mounting height of a component. They can compensate for differences in the construction or create the correct distance between a fitting and the cabinet.
Do all cover caps and cover plates fit every hinge?
No. Cover caps and cover plates are normally designed for a specific hinge series, hinge arm or mounting plate. Check the product designation and compatibility before ordering.