How to Replace Cabinet Hinges

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Purchase new hinges at the home improvement store.

   The line should be slightly longer than the width of your new hinge and should be parallel to the bottom of the cabinet door. , The line should be slightly longer than the width of your new hinge and should be parallel to the bottom of the cabinet frame. , The lines that you marked on the door will mark the center point for your new hinges. , Be sure to center the pencil mark within the framework of the hinge’s screw hole. ,,,,,,,,
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   Step 2: Place a small line

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   Step 3: using a pencil

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   Step 4: at the center point where the old hinge attached to the door.

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   Step 5: Place a small line

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   Step 6: using a pencil

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   Step 7: at the center point of where the old hinge attached to the cabinet frame.

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   Step 8: Line your new hinges up on your door.

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   Step 9: Mark the locations where the screws will go using a pencil.

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    Step 10: Drill pilot holes into the cabinet door for each hinge.

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    Step 11: Screw the hinge to the door utilizing the pilot holes.

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    Step 12: Ask an assistant to hold the door of the cabinet against the cabinet frame.

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    Step 13: Center the hinges at the marks that you drew on the cabinet frame.

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    Step 14: Mark the locations for the pilot holes on the cabinet frame.

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    Step 15: Drill pilot holes into the cabinet frame for each hinge.

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    Step 16: Screw the hinge to the cabinet frame utilizing the pilot holes.

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    Step 17: Open and close the door to make sure that the new hinges are positioned correctly.

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