The Best Cabinet Hinges
Cabinet hinges aren’t usually at the forefront of our minds until they either break or become a squeaky, rusty nuisance. Having quality cabinet hinges just seems to make life run a bit smoother and, fortunately, there are some wonderful cabinet hinges out there that'll help do just that. Down below we've put together a list of our favorite cabinet hinges that we think will be perfect for your next home project.
What to Look For
When looking for the best cabinet hinges, we asked ourselves three main questions: Is it sturdy and built to last? Is the installation user-friendly and easy to understand? Is the price reasonable? Our top pick was Ravinte’s hinges, which feature the perfect blend of strength, ease of use, and cost value. Coming up at a close second were the sleek hinges from KONIGEEHRE, which come at an affordable price without skimping on quality. There’s a lot of ground to cover, so let’s dive right into our list of best picks.
Ravinte 1.5 Inch Soft Close Cabinet Hinges, 50-Pack
Level up
These awesome cabinet hinges from Ravinte are the perfect replacement hinges for your kitchen, bathroom, or workspace cabinetry. With a 1.5-inch overlay, these stainless steel hinges are perfectly sized to be hidden from view, giving your cabinets a very clean, modern appearance. Best of all, these hinges are easily adjusted with a screwdriver, ensuring that your cabinets will open smoothly and won’t sag.
Pros:
- Being both soft-closing and self-closing, these hinges will have your cabinets quieter than they’ve ever been. You won’t ever have to worry about noise from cabinets banging or causing damage to the cabinet frame again.
- With some time taken for proper measurements, the installation was very quick and easy.
Cons:
- For some especially heavy cabinet doors, it may more quickly cause wear and tear on these hinges.
Elysian Cabinet Corner Door Hinge
Every corner needs its hinge
Corner cabinets—particularly those folded corner doors in front of lazy Susan turntables—require the use of special corner hinges to open and close properly. For a quality corner cabinet hinge, Elysian’s stainless steel single-piece cabinet corner door hinge will be just what you need. This hinge only opens to 135 degrees, so be sure to measure your room carefully before installing.
Pros:
- This hinge fits perfectly for lazy Susan corner cabinets. These types of hinges are especially hard to find in local stores, but Elysian’s hinge has exactly what you need.
- You won’t have to worry about replacing this hinge anytime soon. It’s high-quality and built to last for years.
Cons:
- There are no instructions on how to install the hinge, so it may be on the trickier side to install.
KONIGEEHRE Soft Close Cabinet Hinges, 20-Pack
Just screw them on
This 20-pack of stainless steel cabinet hinges from KONIGEEHRE is built to last. Beautiful and modern, these classy hinges will instantly give your cabinets a high-end feel the moment they’re installed. Not only that, but the installation process will be a breeze thanks to the included mounting screws and easy-to-understand manual included with the pack of hinges.
Pros:
- With these hinges, you won’t ever have to worry about slamming cabinet doors shut again. Soft closing technology ensures your cabinet doors close quietly every time.
- There’s nothing cheap about these hinges — except for the price. They are the perfect blend of quality craftsmanship and affordability.
Cons:
- The hinges may sometimes squeak upon closing.
Antrader Black Folding Butt Hinges, 6-Pack
Easy peasy
Affordable and versatile, butt hinges are one of the most commonly used hinges for doors all across the world. They’re a great choice for any project, and Antrader’s 6-pack of folding butt hinges is a stand-out contender. Sturdy and easy to use, these hinges will help you get the job done. Best of all, Antrader offers a wide variety of sizes and color options, so you can find the perfect metal hinge for the job.
Pros:
- If installation stresses you out, you won’t have to worry about that with these hinges. Getting these hinges installed onto our cabinets was quick and easy.
- We love how affordable these hinges are, so they can be used for small craft projects, too.
Cons:
- Since these hinges are on the smaller side, they aren’t especially suitable for larger cabinets.
Renovators Supply Manufacturing Wrought Iron Cabinet Hinges, 2-Pack
Rustic-style decoration
If you own an older home, you’re probably interested in maintaining its antique charm. Instead of using more modern, concealed hinges, you may want to opt for Renovators Supply Manufacturing’s beautiful decorative wrought iron cabinet hinges. These lovely rust-resistant hinges will fit in perfectly in any century home with their classic Victorian-style design.
Pros:
- These hinges are very sturdy and heavy-duty. Whether you are using them for indoor or outdoor projects, we see these hinges lasting for many years.
- Whether they were being used for home renovation, crafting, or building furniture, these hinges were perfect at giving items more of a rustic appeal.
Cons:
- The screws aren’t quite as strong as the hinges themselves and may need to be swapped out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tools are required to install cabinet hinges?
To take measurements, you will either need a pencil and ruler or a tape measure. After marking down the locations where your screws will go, the next tool you will need is a drill bit to bore the proper size holes from the wood. From there you will then place down the hinge cups and use screws to attach the hinge into place. While installation may vary slightly depending upon the type of hinge you are installing, typically these are the most important tools you will need and steps you will take.
Do I need to predrill pilot holes before screwing in the hinge?
Generally, you won’t have to predrill holes to install a hinge, but this depends on the wood and the size of the screw. Softwoods and composite woods are less likely to crack, so they don’t require pilot holes. On the other hand, hardwoods, like maple, cherry, and walnut, are more likely to crack without a pilot hole. If you have an electric drill, a pilot hole is a good idea.
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