Installing INVISIBLE HINGES with Hand Tools | SOSS

Step-by-step guide to installing SOSS invisible hinges with hand tools. I show you how to make a template, cut your mortis, and get great results every time without a plunge router. (This video is not sponsored by SOSS. I am just a fan of their products.)
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[@hv7507]

I was just about to start a small project doing a double opening bemch/dining table extension and had absolute blank mind how to install the hinges with limited tools. I have all the ones you used and your instructions were perfect. Thanks mate, i really appreciate your video. A big hello from Sydney Australia.

[@martinkeith]

Yes please more instructional videos. I just got some of these hinges and searched KZbin for tips and tricks, and this video helped me. So thanks! …and carry on.

[@j.shannon1442]

Loved this video! Super helpful, easy to understand and great video shots of the process. Also love the approach you chose to install the hinges using a hands on style. Refreshing over the typical craftsman flex of pulling out a dozen large expensive power tools to get a small job done. Keep the videos coming please!

[@kenschott8031]

This was a great video. I would like to see more how to videos on the small parts of a project. Then an overall full project review.

[@ThuyNguyen-nf9js]

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[@alanr745]

Michael, niche type instructional videos done by sharp/intelligent and/or professional guys like you would be a very nice addition to KZbin.

[@glennanderson5032]

Being a retired Machine Shop educator, with specialties in Woods and Metals, I wish I had you as a student. You did a great job.

[@katielewis5576]

What a beautiful cabinet! Thank you for demonstrating the Soss hinges. I have limited tools so this was really helpful!

[@nicorosch3188]

I really like this type of video, especially when it is not about something, where there are already a ton of videos (like euro style hinges...)

[@woogaloo]

Very glad KZbin recommended you. I've been watching a lot of your other videos. You're great to watch. I don't even plan on using SOSS hinges on anything and I watched the whole thing. :)

[@DA40driver]

Michael: Thanks for taking the time to do this video. I have a single narrow frame we where were going to reluctantly mortise 2 butt hinges. All the other cabinet doors are hung with Blum concealed. Space restrictions on the 45 degree face frame ruled out the Blums. Only have to do 2 204 hinges, so this technique will get the job done! Nice walnut cabinet, BTW.

[@carlproduces]

I have used these hinges on quite a few projects before but have always used a router jig to make the mortises. I am now in the midst of a desk build and considered using these but there would be no way to use a router. I had just given up on the idea and then you posted this... Thank you!

[@FigmentsMade]

Very helpful! They give such a slick look that is perfect for this piece!

[@parkerscott2822]

Really like this style of video. Big builds are cool, but it’s nice to learn new techniques

[@nathan3647]

Very interested in seeing the rest of this particular project, not to mention really loved the content. Thank you very much.

[@flamabl1]

Love the instructional videos! Now I have no fear of using them and can design with them. Thanks so much.

[@theronroberts5573]

Yes very good information I really appreciate everybody who takes the time to teach and instruct those of us who are not quite sure of themselves.

Unless you try out the innovations, you cannot learn something new. And you are always working to teach innovations. And you always produce innovative studies and ideas. Thank you for sharing. See you. greetings.

[@MichaelAlm]

Thanks Sahane!

[@allenvincent4141]

Instructional videos are always good.

[@davidurdahl6656]

Yes sir. Unique how to's are often very helpful.

[@tporter23]

Yes definitely a great video format on one very useful topic. Keep ‘em coming, thanks!

[@woodydellcreations1742]

love this style of video.. .learned a whole bunch... love the cabinet it looks spectacular

[@mrvp56]

I appreciate how level you have made your camera in comparison to your work surface (at approx. 9:55). Great work! Love this style hinge

[@todanic]

Very interesting video, please make more of them! I have never seen this hinge before, I love it!

[@intentionaltom9447]

Great video! This made installing these much simpler!

[@siscugeorge3385]

Please do more of this, this was great. Nice.

[@markkoons7488]

Well done! I'd encourage anyone unfamiliar with Soss hinges to learn how to use them for their best work. That's an exciting project you have going. I'll be eager to see your future videos on it and look to see what you've done on horizontal tambours. Making a nice, tight 10 minute video like this must be more difficult than those live-streamed time-wasters some of the guys are doing but I refuse to watch an extra 45 minutes of nonsense to discover their hidden gems.

[@nickl2465]

Awesome video, great explanation and exactly what I was looking for.

[@norsamlida]

The first coffee of the day always taste better while watching your videos 😋

[@thatgirlisageek]

Really like these detailed how-to videos.

[@JimPepperTactical]

Yes we like this type of instructional video. You have incredible skills and we appreciate you sharing them with us

[@SeanPCowan]

Very helpful and love the tutorial format. Wish I knew this technique a few months ago.

[@reforzar]

Nice detailed video. Nailed the reveal. It would be great to see more videos like this.

[@jbb5470]

Fantastic video, really helpful and I am going to buy some of these hinges! Thanks for posting

[@robotjack2193]

That tape trick, that's totally how I go about things. Actually you kind of do things generally the way I like to. Very practical, logical solutions to problems. Love it. Nice design there, btw.

[@suepeterson5675]

Yes instructional & building things. Thank you for sharing. 👍👍😊

[@Onyxaxe]

Definitely wanna see more videos like this. Loved it.

[@timdoyon1964]

That was very helpful. I’ve avoided those hinges for a long time because I found them to be such a struggle. I appreciate it!

[@kevinnathanson6876]

All good stuff! For those that might not be quite as precise with their drilling and chiseling, I humbly recommend that you check out Sugatsune hinges. They don't come in quite as small sizes as the Soss, but they do have a broad range, and unlike Soss hinges, the Sugatsunes are three-way adjustable, which allows you to overcome slight positioning errors when cutting the mortices. For anyone thinking of using the BIG Soss hinges (room door size and above), I STRONGLY encourage you to check out the Sugatsune ones, as adjustment issues with large doors can be very painful with Soss hinges and their fixed geometry.

[@MichaelAlm]

Good to know! Thank you

[@rudysmits4852]

Nice job! And yes definitely more of these!

[@bogusienombre355]

Great video. Great explanations, great camera work. Editing was top notch.

[@mojitomaker]

All your videos are great, but these are particularly helpful, as your subdued style makes it pleasant to learn.

[@xXCerpicoXx]

Great information... just in time for the humidor build that I am going to start

[@rosstifer07]

love the type of the video please continue to do these.

[@janetbayford133]

Love the cabinet! This was a really useful video as I am about to fit some of these hinges and I was really nervous

[@scottb.2022]

Nicely done. I would like to see more of this type of video. Thanks,

[@homesteadingdiy4100]

Great video! Have a couple of small SOSS hinges to do. This seems to be better than the router jib, at least for the smaller ones.

[@ToolNut2024]

love your style mate! precise and sleek

[@BoyceBailey]

oh, now I see why this fella was recommended. watching this was a delight.

[@davidurdahl6656]

Mikey rarely disappoints.

[@HemiDad1963]

Nice work. Beautiful cabinet.

[@RaianNSX]

Great video bro, you never fail to keep me super enganged!

[@breezewithbre4593]

Awesome. More please. Thanks!

[@zsw67]

Super helpful video, thanks!

[@doesntmatter3068]

I used these hinges to make a door to cover my safe. Worked perfectly!!

[@remivip7361]

This video was great! I may not have tried these hinges in a future project without having seen the install first, and would definitely like to see you do more like this.

[@MichaelAlm]

Glad to hear it! Thanks!!

[@bruceblais7958]

Keep the videos coming, like the doors you make nice design.

[@dustinboudreau1332]

It was great, would love to see more!

[@DickvanZanten]

Nice vid! Gives a good insight how to go about this job.

[@MikeBroadfoot]

Perfect video. Very Helpful.

[@Excel510]

excellent video, keep it up, you have the right formula.

[@garagemonkeysan]

Great video, very helpful. That cabinet is looking killer. Mahalo for sharing! : )

[@dzornes1]

Very Nice! I have some but have not had the confidence to install so I think this video and the idea of a template I may try next opportunity!

[@jimmyz1686]

Been waiting for this video !!!!

[@dieselmonk]

Genau das habe ich gesucht!! Thanks a Lot 😃

[@ryanvannewkirk7594]

I really do like this style of video. I really want to see what other tricks and tips you have up your sleeve as well.

[@simonrutherford5738]

This was really helpful thank you.

[@DavidRobertLewis]

thanks for the extra info on bits etc

[@mafr3552]

I also like to see “how to” videos. Even though I barely have tools and do something by myself. I just enjoy to learn these kind of things

[@weneedmoreconsideratepeopl4006]

Same. And even better when it's about innovative and rare (but practical) items. I'd easily lose track of time just watching.

[@deadlazlo]

Wow. Awesome job!

[@DANEMSPRINGER]

Bro, first time watcher, fantastic video!

[@williamellis8993]

Great info, Michael. Thanks. Take care. Bill

[@robandsharonseddon-smith5216]

Very cool. I like this style. It would be fun to see how you made the awesome herringbone tambours too.

[@ragbone2235]

thank you, i could not find instructions in french ytb , nobody really talk about this type of hinges! kiiss from France, love your channel! ;)

[@RobRobertson1000]

Great tip, thank you Michael :)

[@Paul-tm1om]

Thats a beautiful table

[@W4TRI]

I have a Makita detail router and I will try these both ways. Very great style of video. Yes please to the detail then overview.

[@eddiej414]

Beautiful work. Awesome video. Wish I could have had you as a mentor.

[@KARIN1980ification]

Loved it 🫶

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome work Michael! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@MichaelAlm]

Thanks Fred!!

[@SethMesser]

Loved it Michael! Thank you and looking forward to taking a stab at installing some of these on an upcoming project.. not near as intimidating as first thought.

[@valdius85]

Great video. I enjoyed it.

[@justinkayce9811]

OMG thank you 🙏! I have and odd fitting where I cannot remove the stiles from the cabinet and am unable to use other hinges due to framing behind the door. This helps immensely and provides a solution to my problem!

[@DerekTJ]

Love these videos

[@victoriamiskolczy6336]

I love your instructional videos! For the neophytes among us, could you please discuss how to accurately measure for wood cutting...?

[@stevecall5744]

Definitely would like to see more instructional type videos.

[@TheTranq]

Nice. Very similar mechanism to barrel hinges it looks like. I’ll have to try them out

[@MikeBramm]

Nice work. They look great (when you can see them).

[@mrCatfishUk]

Great vid, thanks so much!

[@22goDpeehs]

I enjoyed watching you craft. The hidden hinges are exactly what I require for my personal project and will, with the Grace of the Father in Heaven, help bring that Flushhh Plushhh look and feel to my project that we all seek. Yeshua's blessings and thank you again.

[@edinilsonsilva6130]

Thanks! Pretty awesome.

[@JonnyLOFI]

Super helpful! thanks for your tips ^_^

[@Airown]

That was perfect!!!🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@DIYHGP]

Yes I like the instructional video version.

[@rodmoyes2235]

Excellent video. More of the same would be great.

[@neetones]

Boom. Nice work.

[@cuttimewoodsmithing]

This is very helpful

[@naeembiviji4929]

really useful thank you

[@mikehalpin7542]

Definitely like instructional videos

[@daveerickson5313]

Well presented.

[@markkoons7488]

Well explained.

[@l.rod2827]

Nice, good job