I'm trying to update the gold hinges on the storage cabinets in my home from the early 90s. The problem is, I've found that the only replacement hinges available are 1/2" inch overlay types, while my existing ones measure 10/16". I'm really struggling to locate this specific size anywhere. I have 16 cabinet doors with 3 hinges on each, so I'm hoping to find the right ones without having to redrill everything. Does anyone have any tips on where to find these nonstandard hinges?
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You might want to check out Rockler or Woodworker’s Hardware. They usually carry some odd hinge sizes that you might not find elsewhere. If you can't find them there, you’ll probably end up needing to redrill the holes, which can be a pain, but using a jig can make the process easier.
It looks like your hinge placement isn’t standard, and the ones you’re looking at are likely for overlay doors, which means the door sits outside the frame. If that’s what your pic shows and you're using the wrong type, you might need to switch to the right kind of hinges for inset doors. Just a heads up, but that 10/16" measurement isn't a standard size; it should be 5/8" instead! Changing the hinge style will take more work than just swapping them out for a direct replacement.