Rockler.com - Rockler's Guide to Choosing a Concealed Hinge

Note: If you are constructing new cabinets, Rockler strongly recommends that you choose your door hardware for your cabinet and door design before you begin construction.

What is a Concealed Hinge?
Concealed Hinges are hinges that are hidden from view and allow you to see only the surface of the door. They are sometimes called “European-style” hinges and offer a clean design look.

Why choose a concealed hinge?
Concealed hinges offer easier door adjustment to compensate for slight imperfections in cabinet construction. Another benefit is the ability to take a door on or off without removing the hardware.

What does Rockler carry?
Rockler carries hinges by Julius Blum, Inc.

Blum hinges are preferred throughout the world by cabinetmakers, kitchen manufacturers and consumers.
Rockler is proud to have offered Blum Hinges for nearly 20 years.
The Blum CLIP hinge has become the industry standard for concealed hinges.
All Blum hinges are backed with a lifetime guarantee.
Blum is ISO 9001 certified which means that you are assured of consistent quality in every Blum hinge.

How do I choose a Concealed Hinge?
Concealed hinges are designed for two types of cabinet construction.

Face Frame – Hinge mounts to outside facing frame	Frameless - hinge mounts to inside cabinet wall

Click on the link above for the cabinet construction you prefer.