Knife Hinge

A slim, pivot-style hinge that mounts at the top and bottom corners of a cabinet door, leaving the hinge barrel almost completely concealed when the door is closed. Knife hinges have a very thin profile (like a knife blade) and are used in high-end inset door applications where minimal hardware visibility is desired. They require precise mortising and are more expensive to install than European cup hinges.

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