Kitchen Cabinet Hinge

What Kitchen Cabinet Hinge Do You Need?

Probably the last thing you consider when you are thinking about renovating your kitchen is what kitchen cabinet hinge you will be using.  After all, the hinges aren’t that noticeable, are they?

Actually they are and choosing the right kitchen cabinet hinge for your job can make the difference between it looking shabby and it looked fabulous. It’s something that you’ll want to put some thought into.

Many people find it easiest to choose a kitchen cabinet hinge that matches the handles they use. In fact many hardware and home improvement stores sell the handles and hinges in one package. This is certainly the best way to ensure that all of the hardware on your cabinets matches.

What happens if you decide on a colored handle? You might want to consider colored hinges. These are generally crafted from plastic though and for a cabinet that will be used frequently it’s not the best choice.

Another option is to purchase a very plain kitchen cabinet hinge. In the case of wood cabinets a brown kitchen cabinet hinge would certainly blend into the cabinetry and therefore offset the handle. You’ll want to go this route if the handles you purchased are where you want people’s eyes drawn to.

You may prefer an antique look in a hinge. Although many are available that look distressed you can find some that actually are centuries old. Visiting a local antique shop or browsing online auction sites will help you in your search. It can be hard to find the number that you need but you won’t know until you get out and look. Having them in your home can be a real treasure.

Installing the kitchen cabinet hinge is relatively easy if you are simply replacing an older one. It’s a two person job though so find someone willing to contribute to the project.