Kreg KHI Concealed Hinge Jig, Blue

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The True Position Tools jig offers the best versatility and accuracy after using many of the market’s budget and professional jigs. And while these are a mix of plastic and metal construction, they are my preferred jig and the focus of this section. This guide takes a close look at both types of door hinge jigs: those for full-size doors and those for cabinet doors. If your DIY skills are stretched to the max with measuring and drilling, a cabinet knob jig template might be best for you.

The two are actually quite different, so we’ll explain their technical aspects before offering suggestions for what we believe are the best door hinge jigs currently available.First, chances are good you’ll be drilling hinges, installing drawers and drilling cabinet knobs or handles. The Concealed Hinge Jig consists of a glass-filled nylon base with a hole that receives a drill guide. In this article learn the differences between a domino joiner vs biscuit joiner and what’s best for your projects.

But, remembering that accuracy is key, a brand name template from a trusted woodworker brand like Porter Cable is a must. Even skilled carpenters usually turn to a door hinge jig to ensure the fast, accurate positioning of door hardware. The Porter-Cable door hinge jig takes top spot for doors because of its versatility and affordability, though care is needed to ensure accuracy. The Kreg Concealed Hinge Jig takes the guesswork out of drilling those holes, and allows you to do it with nothing more than a drill and the carbide-tipped bit that comes with the jig. A cabinet knob jig is a plastic sheet with pre-drilled holes for the most popular knob and handle spacing.A scale along the longest edge of the jig allows for quick alignment, and the jig is then clamped in place.

Owners of pillar drills will find the task easier, but a portable drill and a steady hand can get the job done. These jigs are usually one size to suit the hinge being used—either 35 millimeters (mm) or 26mm—though some can accommodate both. Once the hinge hole is drilled you can then select one of three pilot hole positions to drill the 1. But, for budget-minded projects or one-time use, a less expensive jig with a reputation for durability and precision is what DIY’ers or occasional woodworkers will choose.The Porter-Cable door hinge jig is made of fiberglass, which is reasonably durable, though it can crack under heavy impact. While making a simple, fixed-hole jig is possible, I advise purchasing one as it is relatively inexpensive for small jobs. Guarantees precise hinge alignment every time, eliminating guesswork when installing 35mm concealed hinges to cabinet doors.

The Porter-Cable door hinge jig is primarily aimed at DIY users but will also be useful for pros who only hang doors occasionally.And that can be noticeable on a cabinet with short handles and a disaster for longer handles or bars. However, only a few top brands make these compact saws and the features are similar to a portable table saw. A Forstner bit (required to drill a flat-bottomed hole) is held within a guide block, so once again only the cabinet is drilled. For setting up to route hinges on a single door an inexpensive template is often all most DIY’ers will need.