How to Replace Cabinet Hinges

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

1. Remove cabinet doors.
2. Remove old hinges.
3. Use a combination square to position new hinges at 2 inches from the top and bottom edges.
4. Mark new screw locations.
5. Attach new hinges with screws.
6. Attach cabinet doors to the frames.
7. 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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