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jerrykt
01-19-06, 09:19 AM
I am building a cabinet from my own plans and for the doors I need 1/2 inch inset hinges. Seems all they make nowadays is 3/8 inch inset. Does anyone know where I can get 1/2 inch inset hinges(decorative preferably) , or another solution to my problem? Thanks.

Lugnut
01-19-06, 06:22 PM
The 'other' solution is to simply use the 3/8" inset hinges in the 1/2" application. No one will notice but you, and you will lose some strength, but overall, it will be acceptable.
jerrykt
01-20-06, 11:54 AM
Thanks Lugnut for the suggestion, but I cannot see how that would work with inset hinges. Also, although I am an amateur carpenter I tend to be a bit of a perfectionist. Thanks for the reply - any more ideas anyone?

pgtek
01-20-06, 12:36 PM
hi
at lowes they have 1/2 inset hinges

good luck
jerrykt
01-20-06, 12:51 PM
Hi pgtek,
Thanks for the reply - I would really appreciate more specific information, I have searched Lowes and the only inset hinges I can find are 3/8 inch. Where exactly did you find 1/2 inch inset? Thanks.
rdn2113
01-20-06, 09:19 PM
try www.rockler.com
jerrykt
01-21-06, 06:16 AM
Thanks rdn, tried them - only 3/8 .
pgtek
01-23-06, 06:47 AM
hi
i went to there store and found them.
they had some in bulk for 14.00
20 pair and there polish brass face mounted
Herm
01-25-06, 10:00 PM
3/8" inset hinges are standard for 3/4" doors. Are your doors thicker?

Maybe an "H" hinge? Decorative, and both sides mount on the front of the door/frame.
jerrykt
01-26-06, 05:59 AM
Yes Herm - doors are 1 inch thick, made from two 1/2 inch pieces. The inner piece is set back 1/2 inch thereby creating a partial inset and the need for 1/2 inch inset hinges.
krazykamikaze
01-26-06, 10:23 PM
Try this site - I have the same type of hinges and need to replace mine. Found this while searching the web for solutions. Hope it helps. http://www.hardwaresource.com/Store_ViewProducts.asp?Cat=177