Most cabinet work needs hinges for shutters and channels for drawers. Size hinges to the shutter's thickness and overlay, and size channels to the drawer depth and the load it will carry. Settle size and load first, then the finish.
Hinges: what to decide
- Overlay type — whether the shutter covers the side panel fully, half, or sits inside it
- Shutter thickness and weight, which decide how many hinges a shutter needs
- Opening angle needed for corners and pull-out units
- Standard or soft-close action
Channels: what to decide
- Length matched to the internal depth of the cabinet
- Load — kitchen utensil drawers carry far more than bedside drawers
- Extension — partial or full, depending on how much of the drawer must be reachable
- Standard or soft-close closing
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Frequently asked questions
How many hinges does a cabinet shutter need?
It depends on the shutter's height and weight. Taller and heavier shutters need more hinges; your carpenter will judge this per shutter.
What length of drawer channel should I buy?
Choose a length that suits the internal depth of the cabinet, leaving the clearance your carpenter specifies.
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