How to choose a suitable hinge for oneself—— A comprehensive guide from materials to functionality

1、 Clearly define the usage scenario

The first step in choosing hinges is to clarify the usage scenario, as the performance requirements for hinges vary greatly in different scenarios

Home environment

Cabinets and wardrobes: Choose hinges with moderate load-bearing capacity and good sound insulation effect.

Indoor doors: Emphasize aesthetics and durability, with optional hidden hinges.

Bathroom cabinet: requires hinges with strong moisture and rust resistance.

Commercial and public spaces

Office partitions: hinges with good noise reduction and buffering performance are required.

Shopping mall glass doors: require high-strength and durable heavy-duty hinges.

Hospitals and schools require durable and easy to clean hinges.

Industrial environment

Cabinet and equipment doors: require high load-bearing and corrosion-resistant industrial hinges.

Storage door: Requires durable and impact resistant hinges.

2、 Select according to the material

The material of hinges directly affects their performance and lifespan. Common materials include: Cold rolled steel

Advantages: High strength, affordable price.

Applicable scenarios: ordinary home cabinet doors, indoor doors. stainless steel

Advantages: rust prevention, corrosion resistance, long service life.

Applicable scenarios: bathroom cabinets, outdoor doors, humid environments. kirsite

Advantages: Beautiful and wear-resistant.

Applicable scenarios: high-end furniture, decorative door bodies. aluminium alloy

Advantages: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant.

Applicable scenarios: Lightweight cabinet doors, sliding doors. 

3、 Focus on core functions

Load bearing capacity

Ordinary hinges: capable of bearing 10-20kg, suitable for lightweight door bodies.

Heavy duty hinges: capable of bearing over 50kg, suitable for large doors or equipment doors.

Opening and closing angle

90 ° -110 °: Standard opening and closing angle, suitable for ordinary doors.

180 °: It can achieve complete flat opening, suitable for scenes that require large angle opening and closing.

360 °: Creative design, suitable for special purposes. Buffer and Mute Hydraulic buffer hinge: automatically lowers when closed, with excellent noise reduction effect. Ordinary hinge: No buffering function, suitable for scenes with low requirements for silence.

Adjustment function

3D adjustable hinge: supports up and down, left and right, and depth adjustment, making installation and calibration convenient.

Fixed hinge: No adjustment function, suitable for simple installation scenarios. 

4、 Choose according to the installation method

Surface installation

Advantages: Easy installation, suitable for most scenarios.

Disadvantage: The hinges are exposed, which affects the appearance.

Hidden installation

Advantages: Beautiful and suitable for modern minimalist design.

Disadvantages: Installation is complex and requires precise slotting.

Semi hidden installation

Advantages: Balancing aesthetics and installation convenience.

Disadvantage: The load-bearing capacity is slightly lower than that of surface installation.

Choosing the right hinges not only enhances the user experience of doors, windows, and cabinets, but also extends their lifespan. By clarifying the usage scenario, focusing on materials and functions, and combining budget and brand, you will definitely find the most suitable hinge for yourself. If you still have any questions, please feel free to consult our professional team, and we will provide you with personalized purchasing advice and installation guidance.