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Surface-Mount Face-Frame Hinge

Item #
31952
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25  Reviews
Surface-Mount Face-Frame Hinge
Surface-Mount Face-Frame Hinge

At last! A non-mortise, self-closing concealed hinge for face-frame cabinets! These hinges make it easier than ever to get great looking cabinets without having to pre-bore doors or create shims. Designed for use on materials from 5/8" to 3/4" thick, they allow overlays of 1/2" to 5/8" (depending on door thickness).


Features:
  • Requires 13/16" space on back of cabinet face frame for mounting
  • Side-to-side adjustability ensures perfect alignment
  • Hinges are heavy-duty and self-closing and feature durable steel construction
  • Nickel-plated
  • 90° opening
(1) Pair of Surface-Mount Face Hinges
(1) Package of screws
More Information
Weight 0.4500
Open Degree 90
Finish Nickel
Style Self Close
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As always great prices on quality merchandise.Thanks.
October 5, 2018
Purchased
 4 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Advanced
Sturdy, could be tricky to install (since on back of faceframe)
I purchased these because I needed a hinge that would attach to the back of the faceframe and because I do not have the tools for a mortised hinge. I used them to secure overhead cabinet doors that open vertically. I was pleased that they hold my small and medium-sized doors open vertically without additional support like a spring or magnetic catch. The small doors are 22" x 10" and the medium are 26" x 12" The doors are 2 1/2" x 3/4" pine, with a 1/4" plywood insert for some reference on how heavy they are. I have a unique project and installed the hinges while the cabinets were not yet mounted to the wall. I was therefore able to have access through the back of the cabinet. Because I was able to mount the hinges from the back of the cabinet, installation was easy. Installation probably would not have been as easy if I had to predrill and screw the hinges while reaching in through the front of the cabinet opening. It would have been tricky to position the drill in a tight space on such a small surface. The features make note that the surface area should be 13/16", and I was also happy to find out that they mounted on the back of my face frame, which only has about 7/8" of space. Another thing to note is to be careful with how much you play with the hinge before installation. I had tested out one of the hinges by opening and closing it in my hand and by mounting it to a couple pieces of plywood to determine the overlay I wanted. I'm pretty sure I bent something slightly because the cabinet door with this hinge doesn't hold open as nicely as the others. It may be a coincidence and the hinge still works fine, but just a heads up.
April 16, 2018
Purchased
 10 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Beginner
Works Well for specific projects
These hinges worked well for my wood working project. The hinge has a particular snap to it when opening or closing. The edge of the door clears the face well and was within tolerance. I would buy these again.
April 26, 2017
Purchased
 1 year ago
Great product ...simple and easy!
Easy to install for a do it yourselfer!
February 25, 2017
Purchased
 1 year ago
Woodworking Experience:
Beginner
Perfect solution
These hinges were exactly as they appear and worked perfectly for a hidden hinge application to a face frame cabinet with no mortise needed!
June 18, 2015
Purchased
 over 3 years ago
Woodworking Experience:
Beginner
When refinishing my kitchen cabinet, I...
When refinishing my kitchen cabinet, I wanted to hide the cabinet hinges and these hinges worked great. All you do is screw the one end of the hinge to the back of the face frame. Then line up the cabinet door and screw it into the cabinet door. They only open 90 degrees but I was willing to put up with that to have hidden hinges. They don't come with instructions. It's hard to open & close the hinge in your hand, but works good once installed.
July 1, 2011
These hinges were exactly what I...
These hinges were exactly what I needed for my cabinet. They are well-made and sturdy and very easy to install. But being a self-trained hobbyist woodworker I've never used hinges like this before and it took me a while to figure how they operated! Once I figured it out installation wasn't a problem.
April 7, 2010
Concealed Hinge Option for Lipped/Beveled Edge Doors
Great option for concealed hinges on lipped/beveled edge cabinet doors. Standard European/concealed hinges don’t allow for the additional door clearance needed on lipped edge doors, so these are a good choice (and are $20+ cheaper than the Rockler hinges for lipped edge doors). Biggest downside is that you can’t adjust the doors once they are up, so you need to be careful when installing to ensure your door will hang level.
‘83 oak face-frame cabinets with lipped edge doors, now with concealed surface mount hinges.
‘83 oak face-frame cabinets with lipped edge doors, now with concealed surface mount hinges.
August 30, 2018
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
I used the product to update...
I used the product to update the look of my existing overlay cabinets. The hinges are made well and each bag contains extra screws. Some cutting/routing of the inside cabinet sidewall may be required depending on the face frame. It would be nice if the hinges came with instructions to determine the backspace for the door mounting locations.
August 28, 2009
Soft screws
The hinges are very good, but the screws are soft and not well-machined. One broke off and a couple of others stripped out when unscrewed to be relocated. I’m going to use other screws to complete the job.
January 19, 2018
Purchased
 1 year ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
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Why did you choose this?
Rockler Store
Exact application.
William C on Jan 4, 2019
I wanted a concealed hinge for a face frame cabinet that had a door with a 1/4 inch overlay and an ogee on the front face edge. A hinge cup would not work
John R on Nov 24, 2018
Exact application.
William C on Jan 4, 2019
Wanted a concealed hinge with no need to bore a hinge pocket
Martin M on Dec 17, 2018
I wanted a concealed hinge for a face frame cabinet that had a door with a 1/4 inch overlay and an ogee on the front face edge. A hinge cup would not work
John R on Nov 24, 2018
no need to bore holes, have older partial overlay cabinets and want to conceal the hinges
Sabrina C on Nov 19, 2018
So that we don't have to bore holes in our partial overlay (face frame) cabinet doors. Rockler seems to be the only place to purchase these kinds of hinges.
Carol L on Nov 9, 2018
Trying to update existing cabinets. Wanted concealed hinges. Needed a no-bore application for my cabinets.
David B on Oct 29, 2018
I was looking for a hidden hinge to replace hinges on existing cabinets but didn't want to drill holes. This looked a little easier for me, a novice, at least that is what I am hoping.
Cora A on Sep 13, 2018
This is my second order. They are ideal for the small cabinets I'm building.
Ken on Jul 22, 2018
Ease of installation
Jeanne C on Jul 15, 2018
Always helpful people when I call!! Really, no matter how small the order, or even if you don't order at all, they treat you like you're their most important customer. I am so glad I found them for my property repairs.
K Lynae F on Jul 3, 2018
Replacing an existing hinge of this type
Jim C on Jun 22, 2018
I'm building two free-standing cabinets with a door. These hinges will be ideal for the application.
Ken on May 23, 2018
I am retrofitting kitchen doors that are too severely beveled to allow for recessed European hinges.
Philip G on Apr 30, 2018
Updated look and hinges without the need for drilling out holes
Cindy D on Feb 15, 2018
THIS IS THE ONLY ONE THAT MIGHT FIT MY OLD STYLE REVERSED BEVELED DOORS WITH 1/2 " OVERLAP AND 5/8 DOOR THICKENESS FOR FACE FRAME CABINET,AND 13/16 SPACE BEHIND THE FRAME.
VALERIA V on Feb 2, 2018
I’m doing my first cabinets and didn’t want to worry about making a mortise
Joshua W on Dec 16, 2017
Older cabinets with the hinges on the outside. This is the easiest way to update the cabinets without having to do a major overhaul.
Robert Brandon S on Nov 1, 2017
Replacing outside mortise-type hinges
Don P on Oct 16, 2017
Old Cabinets only hinge we could find that would work.
Lesley E on Sep 20, 2017
Specific need and could not find it anywhere else.
Pete on Aug 25, 2017
I wanted hingless and these will fit my overlay cabinets
Carole K on Aug 24, 2017
Excellent option for the hidden hinge look
Gregory R on Aug 12, 2017
Ordered these before. A little difficult to install, but the finished product is worth it.
Ginger H on Jun 23, 2017
The only type of hinge we found that would work with our cabinet doors.
Linda M on May 31, 2017
seemed like the only solution for a hidden hinge for a face framed door, without boring a hole. I tried boring a hole, but ended up going strait through by the time i had my hinge cup deep enough. Glad i found these, hope the end up working out
Spike B on May 19, 2017
face frame overlay cabinet project 3/4 inch oak used
Mark M on May 11, 2017
because it was no-bore
George G on Mar 15, 2017
These hinges are very easy to install. That is the main reason I purchased these.
Richard R on Mar 13, 2017
Adapting an IKEA drawer front into a cabinet door. No mortises in the drawer front.
Eugene G on Mar 12, 2017
Special Cabinet Project
Phil H on Mar 8, 2017
appears to be what I need in a hidden hinge
Marion R. H on Feb 11, 2017
Woodsmith cabinet plan uses this type hinge. If my shop cabinet comes out like I hope. I will be ordering about 24 more.
Norman F on Jan 1, 2017
I wanted no-show hinges without the hassle of drilling.
suzannah g on Nov 26, 2016
I am retrofitting old cabinets with hidden hinges. I bought these for the bottom cabinets and they worked great. So I am now working on the upper cabinets.
Andrea M on Nov 18, 2016
Wanted a hidden hinge that didn't require drilling a big hole in the door because it would come through my routed edge. This is the only one I could find that would work.
Keith P on Oct 27, 2016
surface mount instead of European(cup) mount

did not have to use a "cup" drill bit.
Jack J on Sep 23, 2016
My 1/2" cabinets are not thick enough to accommodate the required bore for a typical european hinge. This should do the trick for my face framed cabinet doors.
Kasey M on Aug 31, 2016
These hinges were easy to mount as they go flush with the face frame. The springs are strong to handle larger doors. Be careful when closing the hinges as they do snap shut!
Painter613 on Aug 19, 2016
these were great I wont use surface mount ever ever again just didn't work for me hard to adjust
daniel D on Jun 24, 2016
Face frame cabinet in softwood - didn't want to mortise... seems like a good option
Mark M on Jun 18, 2016
Remodeling and needed a clean look. Also covering new slab doors with a print.
Barbara K on Mar 11, 2016
already had/have exact same hinge model, some of which are failing after several years of use (existing hinges breaking)
Chris K on Jan 11, 2016
Needed these hinges to change our plain old cabinets to self closing. the non mortise hinges saved us from having to modify all of our doors.
JOHN V on Dec 6, 2015
The picture in the catalog showed the cabinet door mount I need to hinge
Bruce H on Nov 16, 2015
Because my cabinet doors have a tapered edge I could not get the hinges that have a cup that needs a mortise hole. The mortise has to be 1/4 inch from the edge of the door and with the taper like it is the mortise may have gone through the edge of the door. I would have preferred the mortise concealed hinges.
Harris C on Oct 16, 2015
First try at cabinet doors and concealed hinges. Fair price and good quality.
Barbara W on Jul 24, 2015
Wanted concealed hinge for a project without boring holes.
Carrie A on Jul 22, 2015
Because it's a no bore self closing hinge
Kathleen S on Jul 18, 2015
Ordered these to re-do my kitchen cabinets. They work great I won't have to hire a carpenter. I will be able to do myself. Wish I could've had a better discount, since I was ordering 30 packs.
Ginger H on Jun 28, 2015
not available locally
Eslie C on Jun 9, 2015
Wanted a concealed hinge with no need to bore a hinge pocket
Martin M on Dec 17, 2018
no need to bore holes, have older partial overlay cabinets and want to conceal the hinges
Sabrina C on Nov 19, 2018
They say a face framed cabinet but the picture does not look like a face framed cabinet? looks like it is attached to the inside of the cabinet wall? just want to make sure before I order.
JAN W on Mar 3, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The hinge in question is mounted on the inside of the cabinet. The picture you see is in the the closed position from the inside. You can't see the mounting of the hinge when you open the door. It's mounted in the back of the cabinet. Of course the hinge when opened is mounted on the door itself. I hope that answers your question.
Do these slam shut when they get close to shutting?
Wendi P on Oct 10, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Yes they do.This model type is not soft closing. The mounting screws will loosen up with use in a short time!
Is this type Surface-Mount Face-Frame Hinge self close or soft close available?
GrandmaJamie G on Nov 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: That would be a question for Rockler, but definitely would have been a better application if I had known there was one. Doors slam shut if you don't close them with the handle.
Will these work for 1/2 in thick door? And will this effect the overlay?
JoshWarner on May 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Josh, yes these will work with a 1/2" door. I ordered one set of hinges and experimented with them before I ordered all that I needed. The overlay will not be affected if you don't mount the hinge too close to the edge of the door. I marked the front of my cabinet with a pencil around the sides and corners of my door before removing the door. I removed the old hinges on the door and cabinet and I mounted the new hinges on the cabinet (near where the old hinges were) before mounting them on the door. Then I held the door up to the cabinet with the hinges closed (and keeping the door within the marks on the front of the cabinet) marked the holes on the back of the door where the hinges would be attached to the door. I then removed the hinges from the cabinet and attached them to the door where my marks were and then reattached the door to the cabinet. This was difficult and time consuming at first but it helped me determine where to attach the rest of the hinges so that the overlay was correct on all my cabinets. Hope this helps! My builder was AMAZED and had never seen these hinges before!! He said I could go to work for him anytime!!!😁
I am replacing hinges on a 5/8 inch overlay door, will these work for me? My cabinet doors have a thin edge, designed to open by fingertips. Thanks in advance.
Susan C on Jan 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: They should work. I am assuming that the lower edges and upper edges (only) of your doors are beveled to the thin edge for opening. If the vertical edges are also beveled it will be a close fit but they should also work.
hi; I put lattice moulding around the face of my cabinet doors, to make them nicer. I didn't think that adding the thickness (doors are now 7/8" tick) would cause an issue with clearance, when opening, but they are surface mounted and I don't think the hinges I've got will work. I have some 90 degree walls that are going to impede the cabinet door now opening properly, because it's thicker. Do I have to build the sides of the cabinet out, and or, cut the doors narrower, to make space to open doors? Or would a hinge be able to pull it away from the corner and make more space, when opening? thank you!
Roxanna L on Nov 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This type of hinge opens straight out from the edge of the opening for the cabinet. So, if your door is 7/8" thick you will need at least 7/8" between the cabinet opening and a wall coming 90 degrees out from the cabinet face. You will also probably want some space for any door pull you will want to mount.
Are there any installation instructions? We are trying to install these and are struggling. I've searched the internet and cannot find an exact match. Please help. Thanks
Marcia T on Aug 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Mount the cabinet side of the hinge so that it is flush with the face frame. Then, with the door held in the open position, mount the door side of the hinge onto the door. The exact placement on the door, i.e. space from the edge of the door to the hinge, depends on how much overlay you want. But if you want 1/2" overlay, then the hinge on the door should be set about 1/2" away from the door edge. This measurement also depends on the thickness of your door.
Would this work for a no show bathroom/medicine cabinet mirror hinge (with frame to drill into)?
totallrob on May 30, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Its oversized for such a purpose. It's more appropriate for a workbench door. It also still needs to be drilled into from the rear. I also found there was a LOT of play in the hinge, so the door doesn't sit straight. I'd look elsewhere.
How do you know how far to place the hinge on the door? why don't u have printed instructions so that you have at least a starting point!! Not happy
roger s on Nov 26, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I put the inside edge of the door side hinge 3/4 inch from the inside edge of the door. The cabinet frame was 3/4 inch thick. Hope this helps.
Will these work with 1/4 inch overlay?
Amy R on May 11, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Sorry, just 1/2 and 5/8 inch overlays
Will these work with a 3/8” rabbeted door?
Tom T on Jan 29, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Sorry, no.
Can you use this hinge for inset cabinet?
Kamel on Sep 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I have used these in my kitchen and they are designed for overlay doors. They attach to the inside of the frame (as pictured) , and have 3/4 space that allows the cabinets to close and overlay the front of the frame. You would likely be having your cabinets jut out 3/4 of an inch on the hinge side if you elected to try these on inset doors, and the handle side would ride 3/4 of an inch parallel as well. Another option is needed. FYI, I ordered a single pair on the front end to insure I understood how they worked before ordering in bulk. Good luck.
Is there a heavy duty version of this hinge? my cabinet door sits inset in a wall so the door and wall are flush. the door is very heavy and the its weight causes the hinges to sag and the door to rub on the frame and get stuck. It also damages the frame and door. Is there a similar hinge that can support up to a 40 pound door without having to router and inset the hinge into the door and frame?. I am currently using 3 surface mounted face frame hinges per door.
david g on Jul 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: David, Rockler asked me if could be of assistance. I installed 16 of of their Surface Mount Hinges back in 2015 and have had great results; however, my doors are much lighter than yours and are surface mounted rather than flush mounted. I'm sure you have tried doubling up on the screws to prevent twisting. If you're already using 3 hinges per door, then you probably have no choice than to use heavier duty inset hinges. Sorry that I couldn't be more helpful.
Regards, Dave
I need a solution for an outdoor kitchen that is covered by gets moisture and humidity. Do you make these in stainless?
bill b on Jul 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I am sorry, but we don't have this type of hinge in stainless
Is there a no mortise product out there for kitchen cabinets with about 165 degree opening rather than 90?
Homerenoer on May 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: If you have a frame less cabinet then you could use item #66613. You could use the same hinge with faceframes if you put a piece or wood behind the face frame to bring the surface out even with the edge of the faceframe itself.
Can these hinges be used on a lift up cabinet door?
Jack J on Sep 23, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I believe they can, but the opening angle is still only 90 deg.
How wide does the back of the face frame (from cabinet wall to frame opening) need to be to attach this hinge?
Kathy S on Sep 20, 2016
BEST ANSWER: 13/16"
Is there a mounting template for a 1/2" overlay?
Bruce S on Sep 9, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I have never run across one anywhere. Due to the many tab size choices it would not be just one but many templates. The instructions are available from suppliers and manufacturers. I have received some hinges without instructions. If you plan to install a lot you could use the Rockler Concealed Hinge Jig. That's what I use. Love it.
I have a cabinet with a cover panel which touches the wall. Would this hinge let me turn this panel into a door which would lay flat against the wall when open? It would require the end which is currently touching the wall to rotate inwards the thickness of the panel. If not this hinge, is there any concealed hinge which will do this?
7cats on Mar 16, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I used this hinge works great but instructions are poor to tell you how to install
If you have about 3/4 of an inch from wall these will work plus they are adjustable
is there a solution to having the screws getting loose on the 31952 hinge ?
tom m on Dec 10, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Are you using these hinges in mdf boards? If so you need to use nylon anchors. You can find concealed hinges with the anchors attached. In hard wood you must predrill you screw holes making sure your bit is smaller than the screw. To tighten the ones that are now loose use a good wood filler and redrill.
What is the best way to intall them, techniques?
Harris C on Oct 13, 2015
BEST ANSWER: These are pretty straightforward since they are surface mount. If you are hanging more than a couple doors, I would suggest building a quick jig to make sure that you offset is standard and your height matches across the entire project. You have two adjustable (oval) screw holes on each surface as well.
Is this the price for 2 hinges in a package?
A shopper on May 15, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Price is Per Pair.
Is there a way to specify left-opening vs. right-opening hinges? Or can they be changed after my order arrives? Thank you!
Jessica V on Apr 25, 2015
BEST ANSWER: These are not handed. The same hinge is used for left or right side.
Can I assume these hinges cannot be installed in cabinets with very limited interior access? Mine are small bathroom cabinets with fixed shelves making access to the back sides of the face frames difficult.
Kathryn P on Nov 10, 2016
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