Concealed hinges for kitchen doors, cabinets and furniture
Concealed hinges for kitchen doors, cabinets and furniture
Concealed hinges are used for kitchen doors, cabinets and furniture where the hinge needs to be discreet or completely hidden when the door is closed. The range includes several types of furniture hinges for different door thicknesses, opening angles and installation methods, including models with soft close and Push-to-Open.
Choose the right concealed hinge
- Ø 35 mm: the most common cup diameter and the standard choice for most kitchen doors, cabinets and furniture.
- Ø 26 mm: a compact option that is well suited to smaller furniture and frame doors where space is limited.
- Ø 40 mm: used mainly for very thick or profiled doors where a standard 35 mm hinge is not suitable.
In addition to the cup diameter, you need to take into account whether the door is full overlay, half overlay or inset. The door thickness, desired opening angle and the function the hinge should have also affect the choice.
Soft close, Push-to-Open and different opening angles
Concealed hinges are available with several different functions. Hinges with integrated soft close slow the door during closing and provide a smooth, controlled movement. For handleless doors, Push-to-Open hinges are available and are used together with a push ejector or push catch.
The most common opening angle is around 110°, but the range also includes hinges with opening angles such as 94°, 155°, 165° and 270°. For furniture where the hinge needs to be integrated even more discreetly, AIR hinges are also available; these are recessed into the door as well as the top and bottom of the cabinet.
Most concealed hinges are combined with a separate mounting plate. Which mounting plate should be used depends, among other things, on the hinge model, the position of the door and the desired overlay on the cabinet carcass.
Frequently asked questions about concealed hinges
What is a concealed hinge?
A concealed hinge is a furniture hinge that is mounted on the inside of the door and the cabinet carcass. When the door is closed, the hinge is not visible from the outside, giving a discreet result.
Which hinge diameter should I choose?
Ø 35 mm is the most common cup diameter and is used for most kitchen doors and furniture. Ø 26 mm is well suited to smaller doors and constructions with limited space, while Ø 40 mm is mainly used for thicker or profiled doors.
What is the difference between full overlay, half overlay and inset hinges?
The difference concerns how the door is positioned in relation to the cabinet carcass. A full overlay door covers most of the side of the carcass, a half overlay door shares the carcass side with another door, and an inset door sits inside the front edge of the cabinet carcass.
Are concealed hinges available with soft close?
Yes, many concealed hinges are available with integrated soft close. The function slows the door during the final part of closing and provides a smooth, controlled close.
Are there concealed hinges for handleless doors?
Yes, Push-to-Open hinges are available for handleless furniture. They are used together with a push ejector or push catch so that the door opens with a light press on the front.
What opening angle do I need?
For standard kitchen doors and cabinets, an opening angle of around 105–110° is often sufficient. If you need greater access, wide-angle hinges are available with, for example, 155° or 165°. Special hinges with other opening angles are also available for particular constructions.
Do I need a mounting plate for the hinge?
Yes, most concealed hinges are combined with a separate mounting plate that is fixed to the cabinet carcass. The correct mounting plate depends on the hinge model, the position of the door and how much of the carcass the door should cover.
Can concealed hinges be adjusted after installation?
Yes, most models can be adjusted in several directions after installation. This makes it possible to fine-tune the door height, lateral position and depth so that the gaps between the doors are even.