Different Types Of Hinges You Need to Know About

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Different Types Of Hinges You Need to Know
About
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In the hardware departments, hinge is the
under-appreciated member. But, the hinge plays
an important role in keeping your door in its
right position. The hinges are available in
different styles and sizes. It is recommended
that you should choose the right style of hinge
for your project.
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Butt Hinge
It is one of the most commonly used hinges on
the doors. This type of hinge has obtained its
name from its unique structure. It is composed
of the two leaves which are mortised inside the
door and frame. It will let the two leave to
butt up against each other. The butt hinges are
divided into three different categories ball
bearing, spring-loaded, and plain.
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Barrel Hinge
The barrel hinge is used for a special type of
wood-related project such as a box-like cabinet
or small-size cabinet. This type of hinge is
small in size and it is perfect for various
ideal projects.
Also, it is perfect for those kinds of projects
in which you want to hide the hinge. Usually,
these barrel hinges are made up of brass. The
barrel hinges are not used for load-bearing
applications.
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Knife Hinge
The knife hinges are most used in the cabinets.
The knife hinges are also known as pivot hinges.
These types of hinges look like the blades of a
pair of scissors. The knife hinges are
integrated with the pivot point. One leaf of the
hinge should be fixed into the end of the
cabinets door and another leaf should be fixed
into the cabinet.
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Overlay Hinge
Some hinges can add thickness to the cabinetry.
If you want to reduce the thickness, then you
should consider the installation of overlay
hinges. This type of hinge folds back and will
not add thickness to the cabinetry.
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Offset Hinge
Have you ever tried to shift a couch from one
room to another? Usually, it is difficult to
move the couch through the doorways. In this
situation, the offset hinges are very helpful
because these hinges let you easily swing the
door away from the doorframe. It will widen up
the doorway by at least two inches.
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