How to Replace Cabinet Hinges

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Replacing hinges can change the look of your cabinets or fix a sagging door.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Combination Squares
  • Multiuse Screws
  • New Cabinet Hinges
  • Variable-speed Drills

Step1
Remove cabinet doors.
Step2
Remove old hinges.
Step3
Use a combination square to position new hinges at 2 inches from the top and bottom edges.
Step4
Mark new screw locations.
Step5
Attach new hinges with screws.
Step6
Attach cabinet doors to the frames.
Step7
Check overlap of openings all around door.

Tips & Warnings

  • If the new hinge screw holes match the old holes, move the hinge 1/4 inch so you can put screws into new wood.

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