![]() ![]() When the hinges are closed and parallel there is a gap between them about the width of each hinge. I bought a pair of Vertex 90 stop hinges. These can provide a beautiful accent to a project as well. That would eliminate the gap, and would have enough strength to fasten through the basswood. Perhaps you might consider making some wooden hinges that sit over the top. 1/4" material makes this tricky, especially with basswood which is pretty soft. I am working on a design using basswood and would like to add a hinge but don't want the gap nor is the thickness (1/4 inch) conducive of making a mortises box - getting frustrated trying to solve my dilemma. I've only used the approach that I've described here. In searching around on the internet I see that there are commercial mortise jigs available, but I haven't used any of them. I would suggest making a simple jig by making a cutout in scrap wood in the shape of your hinge, and using a router and small straight bit to mill the mortise. The hinge is 1 1/2" by 7/8".Are there any jigs that i can make or buy? Reply I need to make 20 hinge mortises on small boxes. A slight difference will create a noticeable gap in the top. Hold a straight edge across the hinge and wood when the hinge is installed and see if you can notice a slight height difference. My suspicion is that the mortise is not quite deep enough. The way you suggested.any comments? Thanks! Reply Looks like perhaps mortise is a tad too shallow? I set the router bit I've noticed after installing hinges on a small box using your method, there is still a gap all around the lid and it does not sit "closed". ![]() If I gave you the specific measurements of the jewelry box, would you be able to tell me where to position the lid stay? Reply We do not have any generalized instructions for this, and they are probably all different, but sometimes the manufacturer or retailer can supply installation instructions for the products that they sell so you might want to start there. Can you provide a link to the product that you are trying to install, please? Sorry if I am out of line not asking about the hinges you are describing. ReplyĪlthough not the hinges you are describing, I am asking about a support lid stay, a kind of hinge I suppose! I have asked how to fit them on Google, rephrasing every way possible, and I cannot get an answer to the simple question, How do I attach them. Thanks for the help ReplyĪ router for a 1/16" thick hinge? Controlling even a small router has a large chance of failure.Best use a chisel. I read the item on how to cut perfect hinge mortises. I find this the most difficult part of assembling hinges. You didn't discuss how to position the screw holes in the lid so you get a perfect alignment with the body of the box. ![]() I might recommend a self-centering ‘vix-bit’ to ensure holes are in the correct place. If the holes are drilled incorrectly, it would be wise to drill a 3/16” hole and glue in a dowel. In order to have the top match perfectly to the bottom, how do you locate the actual pilot holes in the lid? I see in the second picture, marking the spot for the hinge but if the holes are off.? Reply The article stops before locating the hinge to the box top. What do you think of making the mortises on the case twice as deep allowing the upper hinge to fit without allowing a gap? I would then use small thumb tacks through the holes in the bottom hinge to locate the holes for the top hinge. I'm making a small jewelry box with the top extending beyond the case. To “Perfect Hinge Mortises on Small Boxes” ![]()
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