How to install concealed hinges

[@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

[@Christopher-pf8qt]

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

[@kenji1204]

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

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Glad to hear it!

[@craig8727]

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

[@Rangerdude67]

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

[@blakecollie8770]

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

[@timdouglass4980]

You do a great job on your videos. Simple, to the point and informative!

[@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.

[@b9bot148]

The jig is a great necessary tool. Another video I saw when they freehanded drilling the whole the hinge did not sit flat. So, the jig makes it flat every time and is perfect for this job.

[@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.

[@TheBlonderland]

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

[@simonmills2375]

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

[@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.

[@mikesweeny2253]

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

[@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.

[@jeffmykytiuk5642]

This is an excellent video. I learned a lot and THAT JIG! Thank-you for the time, demonstration and detailed explanation!!

[@robertmilligan3950]

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

[@jennyward7202]

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

[@fredjohnson1996]

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

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Glad to help!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!!

[@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.

[@Santos-ek8md]

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

[@mydogsmells1733]

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

[@edgarcabatingan9883]

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

[@glennirwin4710]

Always great videos.

[@901math4]

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

[@tonibarber8119]

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

[@thinklikeido]

Excellent demonstration!

[@rangermarshall4534]

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

[@Optimist_Insan]

Great instructions and I feel more confident with my project. Thanks for sharing!

[@bestyapper]

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

[@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.

[@waylandyan2334]

Thanks for making this video Anthony. Happy New Year!

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@waylandyan2334 happy new year!

[@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

[@johnthorp4546]

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

[@tufankilinc636]

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

[@vinchenzo4403]

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

[@wpgman1874]

Thanks for the demo. You explained it very well.

[@freedomshack]

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

[@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

[@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

[@jimfeaster4837]

What setting for blum hinges ?

[@daveengstrom9250]

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

[@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.

[@Cragun.]

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

[@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

[@barruzza]

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

[@wayneonutube]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@linamartinez1104]

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

[@stevencravers7043]

What is the setting for a 1/2" overlay?

[@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

[@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?

[@Glen.Danielsen]

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

[@blakecollie8770]

When your doing double doors with no center stile and you measure the rough opening and then add for your overlay then get the size of your two doors do you make them.excat width are you make each door a 1/16" smaller i know some hinges have adjustments for the gap between the doors

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Always subtract for the reveal. I have a video on how I make cabinet doors and get the measurements. It’s in my cabinet making series playlist

[@davidashurst3242]

Excellent instructional guide. Thank you.

[@christopherlopez9316]

Do u have a website.

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

Any trick to installing them to the cabinet now the hinges are on the door? How do you hold the door and drill pilot holes in the cabinet at the same time without it slipping on you?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Read my pinned comment at the top of the comment section. That will direct you to my other videos where I show you how to install them on the carcass

[@glennirwin4710]

great video. I like your workbench.

[@d454b]

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

[@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.

[@cretnotonic]

I have a vanity mirror with pocket hindges and its rubbing against the bottom shelf. How do I adjust this?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Ther are adjustment screws at the carcass side of the hinge. One screw moves the door up and down and the other moves the door closer or further from the cabinet

[@reshmasingh3147]

i am having issues with the PVC doors that was just installed - soft close lap ones, what is the solution to ensure that the hinges hold onto the board. the screws come out

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

These hinges aren’t made for pvc, and the screws don’t hold under constant use in pvc because there is no internal structure for it to bite into. What type of doors are they? And why are they pvc?

[@Doorkicker505]

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

[@williamohl6152]

Nice video. Thanks Anthony!

[@danielbuendia1214]

what is the number of the hinges to buy the same

[@MsSuzza]

How did you use the jig to install the hinges onto the inside of the cabinet?

[@MsSuzza]

lol...I guess I should read before typing. I'll watch your videos :)

[@christopherlopez9316]

Do u design kitchen carts or kitchen islands?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

I don’t have a website, I just do all custom builds as I get them. I’m in New York.

[@christopherlopez9316]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 awesome...so am i...do I design the piece?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@christopherlopez9316 I usually meet with the client to draw it up together because when most people have a design in mind, there are things that work and things that can’t work either structurally or incorrect for the space in the home. Email me to let me know where you are from and what type if piece you are thinking of doing.

[@josemorales7304]

simple, but good tutorial. good job!..

[@chrisirie69]

Just what I think I need in my life thanks

[@MrExo_3D]

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.

[@chrissantiago405]

What kind of hinges u used

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Big box store brand, 1/2” overlay.

[@chrisj9008]

Perfect timing for my project!!!

[@bvsproductions9021]

My cabinets have a taper on them, how will this jig work?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@bvsproductions9021 as long as you make sure the stop tabs underneath the jig are contacting the edge of the door and you follow the hinge manufacturer’s measurements for installation, it should work the same as a straight edge door.

[@teem2992]

I have the kreg jig but my makita drill takes forever to drill the hole and stalls out a ton. Take like 5 minutes of drilling to get the hinge hole. What am I doing wrong? Is it a drill setting?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Make sure you bring the drill back up after you drill down some of the way, so that you can clear out the wood chips and dissipate heat. It’s like giving the bit a quick break. And make sure your drill has enough power, and your battery is full.

[@jamesgulla9125]

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

[@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

[@ja7363]

What hinges are those

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

1/2” overlay Concealed hinges. From the local big box store.

[@markstorhaug9989]

Anthony, It appeared you did not use the screws that came with the hinges. Can you explanation? I am also installing these hinges and am considering longer screws due to size and weight of my 48" high doors.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Those were the screws that came with the hinges, I just keep them with the hinges in plastic boxes so I don’t lose them.

[@markstorhaug9989]

@Anthony Scolaro Would you say it's ok to use longer and heftier screws for larger, heavier doors?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@markstorhaug9989 it all depends on the thickness of the door. Longer screws can poke through the other side of the door if you’re not careful about the length.

[@TheClaudos]

So does a Kreg system does come in Metric or is it a combination of imperial as well?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

It has both metric and imperial markings

[@lundebc]

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

[@dannymiles8808]

Ok how do you match up the other hinge on the inside?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Read my pinned comment at the top of the comment section. You’ll find the links to the videos where I show you an easy way to mount them to the carcass

[@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.

[@joelfew823]

Cool channel dude. Subscribed!

[@christopherlopez9316]

Are all the cups shape the same. Round.?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Yes, all concealed hinges have a round base to be installed on the doors

[@christopherlopez9316]

Where r u located. I'm trying to replay 16cabinets doors but it seems harder than I thought. I believe I have compacted overly hinges

[@christopherlopez9316]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 mine don't look round

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@christopherlopez9316 even if you have compact overlay concealed hinges, they still have a round base underneath that requires a 35mm bore to be drilled into the door to seat them, even though they may not seem round. Unless you don’t have concealed hinges at all.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@christopherlopez9316 put a website link here to the hinges you have so that I can take a look at them and advise further

[@FireMartinez80]

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.

[@FireMartinez80]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 Thanks a ton

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@FireMartinez80 no problem, I hope it made sense

[@lukefoster1531]

Awesome video, great work!

[@keithwilliams1649]

What's thickness of the wood used for the door?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

ryan wills 3/4”

[@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 :)

[@playingfavorites5646]

Hi my door does not sit flush on the frame, there is about 4 mm gap and we have maxed out the adjustment

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Your door is not supposed to be flush to the frame, it’s called an air gap. All correctly made cabinets have it. Just make sure you bought the correct hinges and set the jig correctly otherwise the gap will be too large.

[@playingfavorites5646]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 oh thank you! Never knew that. How close can you go?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@playingfavorites5646 it all depends, get as close as possible before the hinge side of the door starts hitting the cabinet carcass when it opens.

[@playingfavorites5646]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 thank you for the clarification. That gap has bothered me for so long.

[@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

[@neilborden5788]

Just what I needed, Great job, Thanks!

[@uniquestyleproductions9524]

Thanks! I learned this awesome new skill.!

[@shamimstepney]

Great job, which hinges did you use Anthony

[@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.