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Full Overlay vs Half Overlay vs Insert Cabinet Hinges

When replacing or installing hinges on your cabinets and drawers, you may encounter different types such as full overlay, half overlay, and insert hinges. Each type has its own set of pros and cons, which can make the decision-making process difficult. Here’s a breakdown of the differences to help you make an informed decision.

Full Overlay Cabinet Hinges

Description:

• Full overlay cabinet hinges are ideal for cabinets without face frames.
• These hinges allow the door to cover almost the entire front of the cabinet.
• They are installed on the inside of the cabinet doors and the cabinet frame.
• There is a small gap between the cabinet doors when closed.

Advantages:

• Provides a modern and sleek appearance.
• Maximizes space inside the cabinets.
• Doors are almost flush with the cabinet, making cleaning easy.

Disadvantages:

• Requires precision cutting, making installation harder.
• Costs more than other types of hinges.

Half Overlay Cabinet Hinges

Description:

• Half-overlay hinges work with cabinets that have a face-frame.
• These hinges sit on the frame, with half of the hinge exposed when the door is closed.
• The other half attaches to the interior side of the cabinet door.

Advantages:

• Easier to install since no precision cutting is needed.
• Typically costs less than full overlay hinges.

Disadvantages:

• Doors are not flush with the frame or front of the cabinet.
• The gap can make cleaning around them challenging.

Insert Cabinet Hinges

Description:

• Insert hinges, also known as butt hinges, are mounted on the interior of the cabinet door and frame.
• A portion of the hinge is fixed directly to the outside edge of the cabinet, providing additional stability.
• The barrel of the hinge is hidden inside the door and frame once installed.

Advantages:

• Provides excellent support for heavy cabinet doors.
• Can be designed with self-closing features.

Disadvantages:

• Requires recessing, careful alignment, and skilled workmanship for installation.
• Creates a larger gap between the hinges and the cabinet’s interior structure.

By understanding these differences, you can choose the hinge type that best suits your cabinet design and functionality needs.

Product Description:

Our hinge is characterized by high durability, calculated for 80,000 cycles. Thanks to the silent closing technology, our hinge ensures quiet and trouble-free operation. Adjustment in three planes allows the hinge to be properly adjusted during assembly, and the use of clip-on technology facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the front. The set includes a cap for the can and arm, which provide an aesthetic and attractive appearance when the hinge is mounted. The product complies with PN-EN 15570:2010 / EN 15570:2008 standards.

Key Features

• Silent Closure: Ensures quiet operation.
• Single-Stage Operation: Simplified functionality for ease of use.
• Clip-On Chain: Facilitates easy assembly and disassembly.
• Three-Plane Adjustment: Allows precise alignment during installation.
• Eccentric Adjustment: Provides adjustable depth and height.
• High Durability: Certified for 80,000 cycles.
• Aesthetic Appearance: Includes cap for the can and arm.
• Compliance: Meets PN-EN 15570:2010 / EN 15570:2008 standards.

Product Variants

• 3D Adjustment: Yes
• 3D Model Availability: Yes
• Action: Single
• Colour: Nickel
• Control Switch: Yes
• Declaration of Conformity: Yes
• Eccentric Depth Adjustment: Yes, No
• Eccentric Height Adjustment: Yes, No
• Euro Screws: 2
• Euroscrews Included: No, Yes
• Finish: Nickel, ZnAl
• Front Mounting: For screws
• Guide Height: 2
• Guide Shape: Cross
• Hinge Cup Diameter [mm]: 35
• Hinge Cup Drilling Spacing [mm]: 45
• Hinge Type: Surface mounted, Applied
• Hole Spacing [mm]: 45
• How to Connect the Arm to the Chain: Clip-on
• How to Pack: Open can
• Individual Packaging: Yes
• Instruction of Installation: Clip-on
• Integrated Mechanism: Silent closing
• Kit Contents: 1 pc hinge, 1 pc Guide, 1 pc arm end cap, 1 pc can cap
• Material: Steel
• Mechanism: Hydraulic
• Number of Pieces per Package: 100
• Screws Included: Yes
• Tested Durability: 80,000 cycles
• Wood Screws: 2

This comprehensive hinge solution is designed for durability, ease of installation, and a sleek, modern appearance.