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 Hinge and lid support — all in one!
Similar to hinges in laptop computers, these heavy-duty cast-zinc hinges
allow virtually any size lid to open smoothly, hold its position, and then easily
close — all with little effort and no additional hardware! Now available in two
attractive finishes, Satin Nickel and Rustic Bronze, to complement any project — from chests, to boxes, to
storage units, and more! Designed to fit 3/4" thick stock. Hinges are available in 15, 30,
40, and 60 inch-pound ratings. Screws included.
How many hinges do you need? Use
the Torsion Calculator to help determine your ideal hinge combination.
And for ultra-fast and easy installation, use our Torsion Hinge JIG IT®.
Patented.
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These hinges feature an innovative torsion mechanism that is
tested
to 25,000 cycles to assure a long working life.
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How many hinges do
you
need?
Use our Torsion Calculator or the formula below to help
determine your optimal configuration.
(lid depth (Fig. 1) x lid weight in pounds) ÷ 2 =
Inch-lbs. of support
For best results, choose a combination of hinges that provides as
close to your lid's required support as possible (eg. if the formula returned
125 you would use two 60 inch-pound hinges). Hinges are available in 30, 40,
and
60 inch-pound ratings.
Note: If three or more hinges are required, the
support-capacity of the outside hinges must be the same. Also, the hinge
configuration should
be symmetrical.
Installation
instructions
- Step 1: Attach hinge to lid with 3/4" screws (included). For the
lid
to be flush with the back of the box, the top of the hinge should be 1-
9/16" from the back edge of the lid. To create an overlay, increase
the
1-9/16" dimension by the desired amount of overhang.
Note: Our Lid-Stay Torsion Hinge JIG IT® (23625)
lets
you to attach the hinge to the lid in seconds, and requires no measuring.
Works great for both flush and overlay applications. Fig.
2.
- Step 2: With all hinges attached to the lid, position the lid on the back of
the box. Complete the installation using 1" and 3/4" screws as
shown in the illustration. Fig. 3.
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Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Lid-Stay Torsion Hinge Lid Support, Rustic Bronze Finish
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Average Rating:
4.5
(58 customer reviews)
$26.99
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1) Submitted by
Tom Clanton, from Dayton, TX
on 12/17/2012
Customer Rating: 
Used two 60# hinges for my daughters blanket chest. They are the best thing going to keep the look of the chest simple and they are outstanding quality. Do order the jig for installation, I did not and it made an easy installation into a long drawn out affair. These will be the only hinges I will use in the future. Great Product !!!!
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2) Submitted by
Greg Beam, from Minneapolis, MN
on 12/13/2012
Customer Rating:
These hinges are high quality and work just as described. I used 2 60-inch lb hinges on this 18" x 36" lid made from 6/4 Cherry, and they worked great. They are designed to be used on a 3/4" back, but with a little mortising, they can be used with thicker stock.
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3) Submitted by
Matthew Bessom, from Greenville, SC
on 7/14/2012
Customer Rating:
I refinished an old cedar chest of my grandmothers for my daughter to be used as a toy chest and I purchased three of these hinges. More than a year later, they still work perfectly and no busted fingers!!! VERY pleased with them.
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4) Submitted by
Ken Strasemeier, from Aurora, IN
on 12/12/2012
Customer Rating: 
Product is best that I've used. Also it was missing all the screws. Not what I expected.
Editor's note: Our customer service at 800-376-7856 will be able to get those missing screws sent out for you Ken.
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5) Submitted by
Floyd Cox, from Harrison, AR
on 12/22/2012
Customer Rating:
Torsion hinges worked out great, I had to route out an area for them to work, since they are made for a 3/4" thickness. The online calculator worked out to 95 lbs but I was able to use 2-60 lb hinges with no problem.
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6) Submitted by
Tom Reiniger, from Saskatoon, SK CANADA
on 4/18/2012
Customer Rating:
I have built numerous cedar chests and befor coming across these hinges had nightmares installing other hinge/stays.These are without a doubt the BEST.
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7) Submitted by
Brian Zakalowski, from Washington, MI
on 3/2/2012
Customer Rating:
I built a toy box for my niece last year & used these hinges. They are by far the best option for its purpose, and I will never use anything else!
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8) Submitted by
Michael Viher, from North Las Vegas, NV
on 8/6/2011
Customer Rating:
Used these on a small lid on a small bench. Work absolutely wonderful. Very expensive, but well worth it.
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9) Submitted by
Ronald, from Craig, CO
on 9/7/2012
Customer Rating:
Best idea ever, toy box made out of bettle kill pine.
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10) Submitted by
Ron, from Janesville, WI
on 7/31/2011
Customer Rating:
Just installed these so don't know how they are long term,but very favorably impressed so far. They will hold the lid open in ANY position. It allows opening way passed 90 degrees though, so I used a chain to keep it from opening too far, but that may be a advantage in some applications.
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11) Submitted by
Rick Williams, from Raymore, MO
on 7/27/2011
Customer Rating:
My woodworking partner and I have built 2 toy boxes and 3 cedar chests using these hinges and have 3 more blanket chests in the works, all for family. These hinges are perfect as they keep the lid safely elevated for our 2 & 4 year old grandsons. Great project and easy install with the template/jig.
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12) Submitted by
John Beischel, from Bishop, CALIFORNIA
on 7/18/2011
Customer Rating:
These hinges are the cat's meeow! I used four 60 inch-pound hinges to mount the lid on the chest. The lid weighs 26 pounds. The hinges preformed as advertised. I did mortise the hinges in the lid to achieve a flush fit to the chest. Great hinges.
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13) Submitted by
Michael Bond, from Bartonville, TEXAS
on 7/8/2011
Customer Rating:
This is the second time I have used these, and the calculator worked again, terrific!!
The main bonus is that the lid requires no stays to keep it open. That provides clean access to the chest.
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14) Submitted by
Scott MacCallum, from Mapleton, ME
on 5/10/2011
Customer Rating:
I used the sixty lbs hinges for the lid. I mortised the hinge into the back so that the lid would sit tightly down on to the chest top. This is very easy to do but requires a little more time. These hinges work great. They are the best hinge I have found for chests. Not having a lid stay in the way on the inside of the chest is great. Also you never have to worry about kids crawling into the chest and having the lid fall onto them. Thanks Rockler for the great service
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15) Submitted by
Gary Oldham, from Belton, TX
on 3/27/2011
Customer Rating:
I built my grandson a toy box from plans in WOOD magazine, and was in a fret on choosing hinges. I opted to go with the torsion hinges suggested in the article. I am so glad I did. These hinges are everything they said they were. With these two 40 lb. hinges installed I'm not worried about my 2 year old grandson helping himself to his toys, talk about "peace of mind". I will in the very near future, or my next project, seek out the folks at Rockler for all of my project needs!
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16) Submitted by
Mark Brown, from Annville, PA
on 3/4/2011
Customer Rating:
These hinges were just what the doctor ordered for the toy boxes I built for my kids. They are the perfect safety hinge because the lid stays where ever you let it go. There is no way for the kids to smash their fingers.
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17) Submitted by
Steve Johnston, from Denver, CO
on 2/3/2011
Customer Rating:
First time I used them and they work great. I plan to design them in on all future projects.
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18) Submitted by
Paul L., from Cass City, MI
on 1/16/2011
Customer Rating:
Very good product! I just keep buying more and more. Works great!
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19) Submitted by
Bob, from Clarksville, TN
on 12/29/2010
Customer Rating:
I have used these hinges to build three toy chests so far and the are by far the best product for them.
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20) Submitted by
Pete Jacobs, from Phoenix, AZ
on 12/15/2010
Customer Rating:
I used 3 hinges two 60 lb and one 30 lb on a Honduran Mahogany hope chest. The hinges work as advertised holding the lid open at any angle. There is no danger in the lid falling. A couple of points to be aware of: First, the hinges are quite massive and stick out quite a bit in the back, which is fine if your piece is designed for this look. I designed the lid to overhang and cover the hinge from top view. I like the look. Second, as you can imagine with the lid left open at 45 degree angle there is quite a bit of pressure at the hinges. You will want to design so that your project is strong at the hinge points. Third, the hinges fit 3/4 inch wood. If your wood is a little thicker, as most is when it comes from the mill, you will need to do a little sanding or routering at the hinge point to get it down to 3/4. Keeping these points in mind I like these hinges and would use them again for this type of hinge need.
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21) Submitted by
Allan Brost, from West Bend, WI
on 12/11/2010
Customer Rating:
Works excellent.
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22) Submitted by
Jerry Sparkman, from Kimberling City, MO
on 11/28/2010
Customer Rating:
I ordered two sets of 60 inch-pound Led Stay Torsion Hinges to be used on two toy boxes being built for my grandchildren. I received the order in a very short time and have installed the hinges. I found them to do what they were said to do and keep the led open to any point wished. I am very satisfied with the outcome of the product and will be using the hinges again. They are extremely safe for the children to play around and will keep a lot of fingers safe. It also keeps me from any concerns about a child getting inside and not being able to get out on their own.
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23) Submitted by
Chris Blakeslee, from McFarland, WI
on 8/31/2010
Customer Rating:
I just received and installed these hinges today. They work awesome on a toy chest lid. I wish I would have purchased these along time ago instead of buying a ton of cheap hinges that ended up breaking anyway. I would have saved time and money by purchasing these in the first place.
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24) Submitted by
Mike Schupp, from Prairie Village, KS
on 2/16/2010
Customer Rating:
I used the 60 lb. hinges on a quality blanket chest because I didn't want the distraction of the separate hinge supports. These worked perfect and enhanced the look of the red oak chest. Be warned that these are very strong hinges, so if you close them before mounting them, you can't open them with your bare hands. I was able to open them with pliers while protecting the surfaces with little pieces of wood.
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25) Submitted by
Paul Learman, from Cass City, MI
on 1/14/2010
Customer Rating:
I used these hinges on a couple of cedar chest that I made. They worked awesome. They are a little expensive, but by using them I was able to avoid purchasing lid support. Worth the price in the end. It's all I'll be using on all future cedar chest that I make.
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26) Submitted by
Ted Heilig, from Kingsport, TN
on 9/14/2009
Customer Rating:
Just what I was looking for to make a toy chest for my grandson. Works great.
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27) Submitted by
Leonard Peeples, from Sarasota, FL
on 9/11/2009
Customer Rating:
These hinges work perfect. I installed them on a Cypress wood toy box as a safety feature. I wanted to prevent the lid from falling on fingers or even worse a child's head. I utilized the JIG-IT template and self-centering bit. The installation could not have been easier.
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28) Submitted by
Kevin LaFever, from Fairfax, VA
on 8/23/2009
Customer Rating:
I have a customer that wanted to modify a cherry coffee table to use as a display case for EMS lapel pins. I made a new framed top with tempered 1/4" glass (heavy) and used the torsion hinges to support the weight and eliminate the need for a stay, allowing a cleaner look and more display area. They were very pleased. I'd use them again without hesitation for the right project.
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29) Submitted by
Sy Wera, from Cable, WI
on 8/20/2009
Customer Rating:
Just what the doctor ordered for the toy boxes built for the grandkids. High quality and made to last.
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30) Submitted by
Ron Stokes, from Woodbridge, VA
on 8/7/2009
Customer Rating:
The hinges were easy to install and worked as advertised. I used the JIG template to help align the hinges and the installation went like a breeze. I look forward to building another project to use the hinges again.
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31) Submitted by
Hugh Enloe, from Monarch, MT
on 8/2/2009
Customer Rating:
Easy to install and performs as advertised. It is a great product!
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32) Submitted by
Jim Leinhos, from Shelby Twp., MI
on 7/27/2009
Customer Rating:
A wonderful innovation for an oak cedar chest I recently built. The 60# hinges worked perfectly. Worth the price and easy alignment for heavy lids.
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33) Submitted by
Dayton F. Larson , from Orono, MN
on 7/25/2009
Customer Rating:
This hinge totally blew my mind!! I used it on a Toy Box and the lid stayed open in any position. From 90 degrees , down to 10 degrees. Totally, Totally awesome!!!!
I used the 60 lb hinge, as the lid was 22" X 48" plywood, with 1 X 2's
oak trim, around edge.
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34) Submitted by
Chester Kallem, from Ulm, MT
on 10/30/2009
Customer Rating:
Very good hinge/lid stay. Could be made better by making it adjustable.
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35) Submitted by
Wayne, from Cary, NC
on 1/14/2011
Customer Rating:
Built a toy chest/blanket chest for grandaughter out of QSRO. All raised panels and 3/4" material. My biggest concern was the weight of the subsequent lid.
After reading reviews of these hinges, I decided to order. Using the online calculator, it revealed that I would need 2 60 lb hinges. Installation was very straight forward. I purchased the jig as well, but after using it, I felt that I could have installed without it very easily.
The lid does hold any position and are quite heavy duty. I was a little dissapointed with the color of the hinge. I ordered antique bronze, but they are actually almost black.
All in all an excellent hinge for this application and Rockler as always are a treat to deal with.
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36) Submitted by
Leonard Buckley, from Silverado, CA
on 11/7/2009
Customer Rating: 
The hinges are good.
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37) Submitted by
Chaz Sowers, from Rockville, MD
on 4/25/2010
Customer Rating:
The hinges worked exactly as expected! Great product! I would buy them again and recommend them to all my friends.
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38) Submitted by
Myron , from Bella Vista, AR
on 12/31/2009
Customer Rating:
Excellent product. Easy to install and allows for unlimited overhang options on back of case. Works like advertised. May want to mortise in if desiring no gap between lid and case. Be careful to order the correct weight in order to obtain appropriate support of lid when open....not to much....not to light. Using the jig for hinge positioning was nice.
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39) Submitted by
Michael Bond, from Bartonville, TX
on 11/12/2010
Customer Rating:
I used them as advertised, on a blanket chest. Using the calculator, I was sure that what I received were far too strong, but I noted the warning by another reviewer, not to close them before installing - good idea!!
Installed, they worked fine. I did think they were expensive, but any company that goes the extra "mile" to procure quality hardware, is going to want to recoup their investment.
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40) Submitted by
Brian Barton, from Colby, KS
on 1/14/2011
Customer Rating:
Love the hinges and how they work
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41) Submitted by
David Dostal, from Jacksonville, FL
on 7/14/2009
Customer Rating:
The product is high quality, durable, and very easy to install. All required screws are included, and the directions are clear and precise. As described, they easily hold up the lid of the chest, flexing in either direction with little effort. They look great on my finished project.
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42) Submitted by
Steven from IL
on 10/26/2010
Customer Rating:
This is a great product. Installation was a breeze and the quality seems to be top notch. The lid on the hope chest in installed these on stays open at almost any angle from barely open to over 90 degrees. However I do believe, like some others on their reviews that they are a little overpriced.
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43) Submitted by
Brad, from South Fork, PA
on 11/20/2010
Customer Rating:
Hinges work great, would recommend the jig it, hinges are a little pricey but definitely worth it.
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44) Submitted by
Rob H, from Jamestown, NY
on 5/6/2010
Customer Rating:
The hinges are very good. I used them on a blanket chest I made. I would have given them 5 stars except the Torsion calculator said I needed two 60 pound hinges. After installing them, the lid doesn't stay open on it's own at all positions. When about a foot from closed, the lid won't stay open. Obviously, I needed a third hinge. I think some adjusting to the calculator needs to be done to insure you buy enough hinges to support your piece. Otherwise, they are very good hinges.
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45) Submitted by
Jim Hoffman, from Indianapolis, IN
on 5/13/2010
Customer Rating:
I really liked the hinge part of this product.
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46) Submitted by
Mickey Hunt, from Camby, IN
on 12/4/2010
Customer Rating: 
The 60 lb hinge set works great but I broke the fist screw that I installed. After that I turned down the torque and two more broke just tring to snug them down. Love the hinge, hate the screws. I had to disassemble the hinges. Extract the broken screws and go buy some good quality wood screw. So a lesson learned. Don't try to use the included screws with hickory.
Editor's note: The screws included with these hinges have been tested and meet all strength requirements. When installing these hinges (as with any hardware) it is very important to A) drill a proper size pilot hole, B) use a screw lube such as beeswax, and C) not to over torque. In a the majority of cases where a screw breaks we find that one or more of these step have been overlooked. When installing screws in hardwoods, such as hickory, oak or maple, many woodworkers will add another step of first using an ordinary steel screw of the same size to 'pre-test' and 'pre-thread' the pilot holes they've drilled. Thus doing so, they save the screws included with whatever hardware they are installing for the final installation.
Our customer service team at 800-376-7856 is available to assist if replacement screws are needed.
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47) Submitted by
Stu S., from Austin, TX
on 1/13/2011
Customer Rating:
Bought the Lid-Stay torsion hinges for my son's toy chest. It has a heavy lid and was dangerously slamming shut. The original hinges and springs weren't strong enough and were even replaced once. I used the calculator for the proper selection. I like the hinges and they are safe and work as advertised
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48) Submitted by
Richard Burlingame, from Galway, NY
on 2/7/2011
Customer Rating:
I recently made a toy box for my grandson and used these hinges on the lid. The hinges work great and hold the lid in any position just as advertised.
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49) Submitted by
Rich Steffans, from Postville, IA
on 2/10/2011
Customer Rating:
This is first time using this hinge. Love the hinge but as for screws supplied with product I'm not impressed.
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50) Submitted by
Andrew Zumfelde, from Boulder, CO
on 12/23/2010
Customer Rating:
The hinges worked great, much better than having to add a separate support.
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51) Submitted by
Tony Sombrio, from Akron, OH
on 2/28/2011
Customer Rating:
These hinges are great: easy to install, attractive and will save my upcoming kids fingers from getting smashed in her new cherry toy chest lid. make sure you pre-drill and watch the drill torque, I did snap off a screw, but I didn't use wax first.
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52) Submitted by
Mike, from Gloucester, VA
on 4/19/2011
Customer Rating:
I've used these hinges on 6 projects. I like the ease of use and the style, however if used as designed, you will have a rather large space between the lid and the base. I tried to mortise the hinges, where the hinge sets atop the base in an effort to eliminate the gap. Due to the design of the hinge, I noted as I began to closed the cover, the top half of the hinge was starting to crush the outside edge of bottom half of the project.
The screws break very easily, even with a low torque setting on the drill. I now install all the screws using a screw driver verses a cordless drill and haven't had any problems.
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53) Submitted by
Joseph Fontenot, from Eunice, LA
on 5/2/2011
Customer Rating:
The product worked as I had hoped and as advertised. The calulator suggested more than I needed, but I took a chance and ordered only 2 hinges larger instead of the 3 suggested. Two worked great. I will use these hinges in the future although they are a bit pricey.
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54) Submitted by
Ed Welch, from Toronto
on 5/30/2011
Customer Rating:
The hinges work exceptionly well on my toy box which is a panel door style like the one in your advertisment.
The cost for these to Canada is a little heavy with added handling and shipping costs.
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55) Submitted by
Jack Karp, from Otto, NC
on 10/18/2011
Customer Rating:
I used the 60lb hinges on two maple toy boxes. The hinges are great as far as holding the lid open. My problem is that when installed the lid does not fully close, it stays opens approximately 3/16" . That's not acceptable.
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56) Submitted by
Gary Fitch, from Wheaton, IL
on 8/31/2011
Customer Rating:
Great hinges! I used them on the 9th toy chest that I have built for my grand nieces and nephews, and this is a big improvement over a hinge for the lid and a separate safety support. I use 5/4 stock for the rails, so I did have to mortise the rail to get the 3/4" thickness for the hinge.
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57) Submitted by
David Mains, from Rosemount, MN
on 11/4/2012
Customer Rating:
The Lid-Stay Torsion Hinges sound like a great idea and the sales clerk at Rockler assured me they were the ultimate solution for my Grandson's toy chest. But I can tell you nothing in this life is ever as simple as all that. The big problem is that the very thickness of the hinge body necessitates the use of a chisel to bring the lid down to a flush position. Furthermore the 2 30 pound hinges I bought would NOT hold the lid from dropping from a 30 degree position even though the lid was way less than 30# Needless to say it took me way longer than a few seconds or even a few minutes to install!
Editor's note: Mortising of these hinges in not required. Mortising of hinges to bring bottom of lid tight to top of box has the potential for unnecessary binding.
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58) Submitted by
Jim Gaynor, from Richmond, VA
on 3/31/2011
Customer Rating:
This is the second time I have used these hinges for blanket chests. They perform great. Do not test fit with the supplied screws, and do not overtorque! You will regret it.
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