Installing hinges on cabinet doors

Señor Chang

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10:40p, 1/8/23

AG

Can anyone recommend a drill or router bit that would be best for drilling holes for hinges in a cabinet door?

The diameter of the circle needs to be 1 3/8" and a depth of 7/16 to 1/2". The thickness of the door is 3/4".

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10:51p, 1/8/23

AG

Forstner bit. But you only have a 1/4" of depth to spare, so don't attempt it without a drill press with a good stop. And definitely try it on scrap first.

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11:33p, 1/8/23

AG

https://www.rockler.com/jig-it-deluxe-concealed-hinge-drilling-system-bdl

https://www.rockler.com/35-mm-long-shank-carbon-steel-forstner-bit

Both of those for flawless hinge installations

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In reply to ForeverAg • 11:37p, 1/8/23

AG

For $160 I should hope so.

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8:45a, 1/9/23

AG

I have the Kreg concealed hinge jig and it works well. $40 at most online retailers.

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10:04a, 1/9/23

AG

Thanks, ordered the Kreg jig.