Brass hinges add a level of elegance to any cabinet or door. The best part about them is that they can replace just about any existing hinge with a simple installation. You can swap out your old, standard hinges with fancy brass hinges in an afternoon and many times all you need is a screwdriver to do so!
Whatever hinge you need, there is a brass counterpart, even brass butt hinges! With so many choices you have the opportunity to be picky in what you choose. Take your time to find the perfect one because it’s out there, you just have to track it down.
A brass hinge only costs a little bit more than its standard counterpart. You can improve the look and feel of your home without breaking the bank, and probably get it done in a day.
When you’re replacing hinges you’ll usually be able to remove the old ones and install the new ones and it’s done. The biggest problem that you’ll run into, and this is especially true with brass door hinges, the plate that mounts to the frame and door may be larger and thicker than the original one was. If you run into this problem, you’ll need a chisel to increase the size of the mounting area so that the hinge will sit flush on the door. This is a minor adjustment, and most DIY home owners shouldn’t have a problem getting it done. Just be sure to have a vacuum cleaner on hand to suck up the sawdust!
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