How to install concealed hinges

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[@AnthonyScolaro1]

If your wondering how I install these doors on the cabinet carcass, watch my videos on how to build a curio parts 1 & 2, this video is just a demonstration of how to use the jig. Part 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZynqJWFnLSje8k Part 2 kzbin.info/www/bejne/noCXnpaAntijnrs

[@wilder6256]

Lol revisiting old video

[@X3WorkshopDesigns]

I got you man! Thanks man. I was on the fence about getting this jig but It makes it so easy to install those hinges. Part 1:kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZynqJWFnLSje8k Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/noCXnpaAntijnrs

[@mikesweeny2253]

Thanks Anthony, 20 yr carpenter 1st time today setting hinges. ✌🏼

[@TheBlonderland]

Thanks for clearly explaining the offset functionality! I watched two other videos that glossed over it before I found yours

[@craig8727]

Dude this is high-level instruction! You definitely have a talent to teach, great video!

[@blakecollie8770]

You are a very good teacher I wish you had a school to teach cabinet making classes

[@Christopher-pf8qt]

Living in seattle, but having grown up in brooklyn, I really appreciate hearing your accent. Home again.

[@Rangerdude67]

Just bought the Kregg jig for the same hinges. Thanks for the intro on using it....Kregg makes great tools.

[@kenji1204]

I’ve watch 8-10 soft close hinge DYI youtube videos and yours is the best. Thanks!

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Glad to hear it!

[@carlsails58]

Thanks Anthony. Just dropped about $300 to Kreg at Lowes. Two thumbs waaay up! Wish me luck on my shaker style cabinet doors and drawers.

[@simonmills2375]

Thanks Anthony. Ive got a lot better chance of not screwing up my kitchen doors now. Appreciated

[@Christopher-pf8qt]

We need to see how you installed the other half on the cabinet!

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Watch my videos on how to build a curio, parts 1 & 2, you’ll see the installation there.

[@jennyward7202]

Very good instruction. Gives us the confidence to do our own doors. Thank you!

[@robertmilligan3950]

Carry on with all that your doing, great personality and very detailed from a carpenter in Derby UK.

[@stevo3644]

A very informative video on how to install concealed hinges and will come in handy as I have cupboard doors to install next week.

[@GK-qz3cm]

Anthony, great video. I am about ready to do my first European cabinet doors and use soft close hinges. Thanks for a great instructional video.

[@robmccormack83]

Thanks Anthony. Great video! My contractor stopped coming before the doors were put on my built-ins so I decided to take matters into my own hands. I am a fairly decent DIY type but never installed concealed hinges. I was nervous that I would ruin the cabinet doors. With your guidance, I completed the project and they turned out great. I did take time to buy a 3/4" plywood blank for a test run which worked well and gave me confidence to finish the project. Keep up the great how-to videos.

[@Reb56x3]

I will be installing some shaker style doors on my shop cabinets in the next week. I ordered the kreg jig and waiting on it. Your video has helped to demystify the procedure.

[@parickyates]

Well done, so helpful, I installed my doors following the instructions of your video. I like the way you tell people to look at the manufacturers specs, so I did that! Doors are on my kitchen cabinet, Thanks!!

[@Santos-ek8md]

Great work Anthony. Simple, concise & sharp results on the matter at hand💯

[@edgarcabatingan9883]

Thank you Anthony for your video on how to install concealed hinges I've learned so much of it ty.

[@pgman90]

Thanks for taking the time to make this. I was curious if the Kreg jig was worth it. This helped me make the decision to go ahead and buy it.

[@erikbaez5469]

great job at explaining and the details and as Mr Milligan said great personality. Now i can go buy me a Kreg and do my new cabinet doors, thank you

[@bestyapper]

Great vid. I'm about to learn how to install 20 of these suckers. Thank you for your instruction.

[@marvcarlson5095]

Excellent video. I was all set to buy a drill press just to replace my cabinet hinges. You saved me a ton of money and garage space for a tool I didn’t really need. Thank you

[@mydogsmells1733]

Another great video, Anthony. Straight and to the point. Thanks!

[@markduykers6603]

Thanks for your video! Getting ready to install some shaker cabinet doors and using these hinges. I’ll set up a DIY jig on my drill press, but Kreg is definitely good for onsite install.

[@tonibarber8119]

Thanks Anthony for clear straight to the point video, appreciate it!

[@fredjohnson1996]

Bro you don't know how much you saved me . I appreciated this video.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Glad to help!

[@Cragun.]

I am having my cabinets painted and was super worried about trying to do these concealed hinges myself. Not anymore! Thanks!

[@rangermarshall4534]

Thanks Anthony; especially for index setting on the KREG Jig. Very helpful, stay well, Wayne

[@daveengstrom9250]

This is a good instructional video. Thanks for making it. Direct, to the point, not a lot of fluff.

[@d454b]

watched this to learn how to use the milescraft jig, thanks!

[@wpgman1874]

Thanks for the demo. You explained it very well.

[@mattekeller]

I've been making 13/16 with an adjustable square for as long as I've been doing this. But the screw hole holes are a nice touch

[@901math4]

Great video! Will watch more of your videos. Thank you.

[@thinklikeido]

Excellent demonstration!

[@geoffschulz]

When you installed the door on the faceframe, you said "Perfect!", but you didn't discuss the 1/4" gap between the door and the faceframe. I don't call that perfect. These hinges are crap. Does everyone just accept the inadequate fitment?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

It’s called an air gap. It’s supposed to be that way

[@tufankilinc636]

Thanks for posting this, man! I just got one of those jigs today. You got a new sub.

[@bexaminer1]

Great video. It helped a lot, especially when you've never done it before. I used the jig and bingo. I wonder how many doors I can drill with that bit that came with the jig.

[@RobertfromDenver4848]

Hello, thank you for the information on that jig, much appreciation. Once suggestion to make the video even better, introduce yourself at the start of each video. Take care, be well.

[@briancolabove2617]

Excellent step by step instructions great. I went amd got a kreg wow what a difference. Spend the 49 for it. The kreg vivce grips are really pricey. 59 bucks for 1 u need 2 but worth it. I'm just a diy guy

[@lundebc]

Perfect timing that I found this, using it to help me do these concealed hinges, thanks for publishing.

[@wayneonutube]

Thank you so much for this very in depth demonstration it was very helpful. Appreciatecha!

[@MichaelMiller-sd1bh]

I liked your step by step instructions in the installation of these hinges. A little constructive criticisms, your should have turned the clamps over, when clamping the jig in place, to keep from denting the face on the front of the door. Or use a scrap of plywood to minimize the impact. All-in-all a good video.

[@barruzza]

Awesome!! Didn't know there was such a handy tool. Thanks for posting!!!

[@josemorales7304]

simple, but good tutorial. good job!..

[@Doorkicker505]

Looks easy. I've got to get one of those

[@davidashurst3242]

Excellent instructional guide. Thank you.

[@freedomshack]

Thank you. I needed a refresher and this was perfect!

[@johnthorp4546]

Perfect video! Well explained and your a true craftsman!👍💪

[@Glen.Danielsen]

Anthony, super helpful video. Great demonstration and very clear. Thanks again. Happy subscriber! 💛😎

[@almusti]

You have a beautiful, manly voice. Thanks for the video 👍🏻

[@chrisirie69]

Just what I think I need in my life thanks

[@vinchenzo4403]

Aye, this guy is considerate!!! appreciate ya!!

[@uniquestyleproductions9524]

Thanks! I learned this awesome new skill.!

[@chrisj9008]

Perfect timing for my project!!!

[@robertingram2820]

Nice! Also, looking for guidance on how install the hinges on the cabinet getting it nice and level in addition to having it centered top to bottom of cabinet opening.....

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Read my pinned comment at the top. I linked those videos

[@glennirwin4710]

great video. I like your workbench.

[@jamesgulla9125]

Nice job, that was helpful.....Thank You

[@williamohl6152]

Nice video. Thanks Anthony!

[@jasonmartinez2434]

Anthony, this video gave some great info for installing the hinges, but can you make a video explaining the hinge differences and what and when to use them?? For instance, the sizes of the hinges, such as 1/2", 3/4", etc....I go to Lowes or Home Depot and there are like 10 different hinges that look the same and I am lost, hahaha

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

I’m glad the videos are helping, the size of the hinge 1/2”, 3/4” overlay etc... all depends on what size overlay you want the doors to be or what existing doors you have on cabinets. If you have a cabinet with an opening of say 15 inches from the inside of the face frame and the door measures 16 inches from side to side, then you have a 1/2” overlay. So you’d buy 1/2” overlay hinges. The overlay measurement refers to the amount the door overlays the opening of the face frame all around. 1/2” means the door is 1/2” bigger than the opening on all sides and top and bottom. I hope this helps. I’ll probably do a video on hinges down the road.

[@jasonmartinez2434]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 Thanks a ton

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@jasonmartinez2434 no problem, I hope it made sense

[@glennirwin4710]

Always great videos.

[@marcieb19]

I believe I can actually do this! Thank you!!

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Glad to hear it!

[@zaneyone1]

Nice video for using this jig. I was hoping you would show how to align the two doors perfectly when installing them back to the cabinet. My concern in the curved edge on the outside of my cabinet drawer that it could make a hole on the edge if it goes too far in when drilling the hole with the jig.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

See my pinned comment on where you can see how I install them on the cabinet and align them

[@OriginallyWorn]

Thank you for the help!!

[@OriginallyWorn]

Ps. I was just looking through the comments for an answer to a jig question I had, thinking I may find it there. Anyway, just know that most people stink 😂🤷‍♀️ and that your video was great. I have a channel myself and never comment on videos, but found yours so helpful and the best on the subject that I had to. Just keep doing what your doing and don’t be discouraged :)

[@Bhanna2107]

How did you know to go 3 inches from the bottom and top of the door?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

I made the doors, so i was able to choose any location i wanted but if you are using pre-made doors and are replacing the existing ones, then you need to go by the specs of the old doors.

[@neilborden5788]

Just what I needed, Great job, Thanks!

[@Kindredcreativeworld]

Thank you for the video. Art studio cabinets are going together today! :-)

[@joeychgo]

I wish you would have gone a bit in depth about things like choosing the hinge (ie what overlay did you use and why) and attaching the hinge to the frame - stuff like that.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

joeychgo watch my videos on how to make shaker doors and how to make a curio. I’ve e explained it in those videos so I didn’t want to be redundant. This was about how to use the jig. Installing the hinges is the easy part.

[@joeychgo]

Thanks @@AnthonyScolaro1 - Love your videos - I'm about to install my doors - so I'm in the hinge jig and installation stage -- I guess I was thinking it would make sense to have all that in a single video

[@elguapo1507]

Now check to see if your hinge is square. Unfortunately its a well reported paradox that the Kreg jig is out of alignment for the two screws so always use your square and a self centering drill bit to put those pilot holes in. The 35mm hole positioning works very well indeed, it's just those screws.

[@IMPALA5151]

Appreciate it, great job.

[@lowelljones847]

Great

[@shamimstepney]

Great job, which hinges did you use Anthony

[@jimfeaster4837]

I dont understand instructions i have blum hinges 1/2 overlay which setting Should i set it at ?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

If you don’t have or can’t find instructions online for those hinges, I’d start with the dial settings on 4. Then test it on scrap the same thickness as your doors. Mount the scrap with the hinge to the cabinet carcass and check your reveal. If it’s not where it should be, get another scrap and change the dial setting plus or minus one depending on if you need it to move in or outward.

[@lukefoster1531]

Awesome video, great work!

[@meb3153]

perfect. Thanks!

[@333Roulette]

Excellent video thank you.

[@donaldduncan4570]

Thank you.

[@linamartinez1104]

Will a 3.5 motor drill work to make those pilot holes?

[@BALD8BIL]

I have a question I am trying to do doors for my aquarium cabinet I had the hinges that are soft close and the kreg jig the manufacturer says to install the hinge from the outside edge of the wood to the center of the hinge 13/16 but I do not see this on The jig because 13/16 is 20 mm so how do I set the jig up to work also my hinges are 1 1/4 overlay how do I know if the hinge will rub against the cabinet face?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

13/16” is almost 21mm, it’s actually 20.65mm to be exact, but that doesn’t matter, you should get a scrap piece of stock and cut it to the exact size of the stile of the existing door where the hinge will sit and make a mark at 13/16 from the edge as the manufacturer recommends. Then using the jig with the forstner bit installed, bring the kreg jig up to the edge and adjust the dials on the jig until the point of the forstner bit is dead center on the 13/16 mark. Then on the scrap, drill that 35mm hole and install the hinge and check your fit. Also, concealed hinges have adjustment screws to move them up, down and forward or backward to prevent rubbing on the cabinet.

[@BALD8BIL]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 thank you very much for your help

[@Ronbc000]

Well done, my friend 👍

[@WellStyledImages]

Okay! Your video gave me the confidence to go for it!!!! Thanks Anthony! Curious about if I should drill for the pull handles while the cabs are laying flat OR wait until I install in case hinge adjustments are made?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

As long as you made the doors all the same size, you can install the pulls either way.

[@georgelfc1]

Hi mate did the little holes line up perfectly with your hinge ? The holes don't line up with Blum hinges throw it out of square when you screw down the hinge ,you didn't show a close but it looked square most use the self centring drill bit and square the hinge with a square

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

talab hussain yes, they always line up with the hinges I use and square to the edges as well. Ready to install on the cabinet face frames. I’ve never used Blum hinges with this jig.

[@georgelfc1]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 ok thanks I've bought one not tried it yet maybe it's a UK problem if you get a chance look at Peter Millard 10 minute workshop channel kreg jig review he points the problem out hopefully mine will work as well as yours

[@jimfeaster4837]

What setting for blum hinges ?

[@johnmcintosh4546]

great video , can you one drilling and installing the door on the cabinet , is there a jig for the other side??

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Read my pinned comment, I linked the videos

[@adamfilip]

your vacuum seems very quiet.. what model is it?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

It’s a Rigid shop vac but it’s not that quiet, I edit the video sound and make it lower so I don’t blow out your ear drums.

[@christopherlopez9316]

Do u have a website.

[@elizabethcharpia3362]

You teach it perfect!! Thanks:)

[@brendareyes1871]

Finally found the video I was looking!! Awesome! Thanks

[@nasarazam]

I followed your video and everything went well- thanks....except when attaching doors to frame, I was not able to align both doors correctly. I need to see proper technique if attaching doors to frame. It seems straight forward, obviously not. therefore I screwed up alignment.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@nasarazam read my pinned comment in the comment section, I linked the video on how I installed the doors and adjusted the hinges for alignment.

[@UNKN0WN_YT]

Nice video. I wish you would have shown how you determine where you install the hinges/door on the cabinet. Also, do you buy your wood from the store or do you buy it and then mill it? I’m making shaker doors and drawer faces for my kitchen and I bought the poplar from Home Depot and the wood is nothing but a problem with slight twists and bows, etc.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Greg D I buy it rough from a hardwood dealer then mill it. You’ll never get straight and true boards from a big box store. They don’t worry about moisture content or proper drying and they just stick the boards one on top of the other in a rack. That’s why they always twist, bow and cup.

[@robertconroy8686]

Thanks Anthony, this will be helpful for my next project. Related to a comment someone else made...what type of hinges do you use. Just curious as the Blum may not line up with the Kreg Jig??--Thanks

[@joelfew823]

Cool channel dude. Subscribed!

[@richlrn64]

Great video, helpful!

[@PlusUltra43]

Thanks for the instructions! However, how do you precisely measure the heights of the other halves of the hidges that were already scerewed in the cabinet (at the end of the video, when you connect the hidges and put the door on)? It could be useful to show that, for us beginners :) thanks in advance!

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

That’s exactly why i pinned a comment to the top of the comment section. There you will find links to videos where I show how I do that

[@PlusUltra43]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 thanks! Didn't notice it in the first place. :)

[@andrewfreer1115]

​@@AnthonyScolaro1cannot find pinned comment on my tablet

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@andrewfreer1115 it’s my comment at the top of the entire comment list. Go to the comment section of this video, my pinned comment is the first comment you should see.

[@stevedarnell8444]

How do you find where to place the other end of the hinge on the cabinet?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Watch my videos on how to build a curio part 1 & 2. I explain it there.

[@douglassachs2041]

great job 👍 thanks for info

[@glowpipe]

There are no manufacturer specs for my hinges and it was the only ones i could get my hands on. Now what? Guess i will just have to start on 3 and test the jig on scrap wood until i find something that works

[@dunaiden9858]

So if my doors dont lay on the front of the cabinet, and go inside flush with the front, can i use these types of hinges? If not. What CAN i use?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

DUNAiden 985 you are referring to what’s called “inset doors”. inset doors can use these types of hinges but you have to make sure the package says “inset”. The hinge package for the doors I made say “overlay” because they overlay the face frames.

[@rhondahawkins9174]

I am replacing my old hinges with soft close. I’ve patched holes from old hinges. Do I need to change where I install new hinges? I’ve read about wood fillers, epoxy and putty, they all say you can drill them but they are not strong enough to hold cabinet doors. My old hinges were placed 3” from top and bottom, should I change measurement when installing new hinges so I’m not drilling into wood filler or epoxy?