I've been having constant trouble with my cabinet hinges. They keep falling off the frame every few months, and I've tried a bunch of solutions to strengthen the mounting area and existing holes. I've used toothpicks, golf tees, wooden dowels with glue or epoxy, and even experimented with different screw lengths and types, including pre-drilling and self-tapping screws. I'm getting concerned because I'm running out of mounting area to fix these issues. What am I missing?
3 Answers
I hear you! One solid solution could be metal hinge repair plates. They’re available at hardware stores and online, and they offer a sturdier area for screws, which can really help with a loose hinge situation.
From what you've described, if your cabinets are made from MDF or low-quality board, that could explain your hinge issues. Plywood typically holds up better, so it's worth checking the material closely.
It sounds like the material of your cabinets might be the problem. If they’re made of particle board, you could be facing an uphill battle. That stuff just doesn't hold screws well, and once it starts to give, it’s tough to fix. You might want to consider upgrading your cabinets if that's the case.