Hinge Systems by Blum
Motion is in our DNA
We launched our first hinge onto the market back in 1964. Blum hinges have seen continuous development ever since. Our goal is to redefine motion for every furniture door. For increased quality and convenience in all living areas of the home – from the kitchen to the bedroom.
Our programme lines at a glance
Benefits of Blum Hinges
The Right Cabinet Hinge for Every Application
Our hinges are true all-rounders. They are suitable for all living areas, and thanks to multiple fixing technologies, can be used with all standard materials such as wood, glass or aluminium frames, for various material thicknesses and angled applications from -50° to +50°.
Consistent Performance in All Blum Hinges
Three-dimensional adjustments: all Blum hinges come with side, depth and height adjustment possibilities. The result is an appealing, precise gap layout on all furniture.
Handle-less Doors with Soft Close Hinges
For handle-less doors and additional support when opening, we offer TIP-ON motion technology in our range, which allows doors to open easily with a light touch.
Services for Assembling Cabinet Hinges
Assembly Devices for Blum Hinges
We have developed numerous assembly devices to make installing our hinges easy. We support you every step of the way. The idea is to save time and money and help you maximise the potential of your furniture with our CLIP top BLUMOTION, CLIP top, and MODUL hinges.
Step-by-Step Assembly Guidance
There is a suitable assembly device for each Blum hinge. Our assembly device selector lets you find the ideal device for precise assembly and installation of our hinges.
FAQs
Blum has a range of cabinet hinges available for every furniture door application and living area. We offer CLIP top BLUMOTION, CLIP top and MODUL hinges to help you find the right cabinet door hinge for every function, application, living area and design requirement of furniture doors.
Blum hinges excel in design and engineering to help you make optimal use of available storage and ensure precise soft-closing motion for a wide range of door types. They are easy to install and adjust. The doors could be thick, thin, bi-fold or made of glass or mirrors. Blum hinges deliver unmatched performance and design for all kinds of doors.
You should choose Blum hinges because they are tested for 2,00,000 opening and closing cycles, proving their performance standards. They close doors with seamless motion that is both soft and effortless, regardless of the door weight or the force applied. Blum door hinges are also easy to install, assemble and adjust.
Blum hinges use an integrated dampening system to ensure soft and effortless closing of furniture doors. This enhances the durability and longevity of the furniture by reducing the stress on the cabinet when the doors are shut hard. It eliminates noise and creates a quieter, peaceful environment. Blum's soft-close hinges also eliminate the risk of fingers getting hurt while using the furniture as they close the door softly, making the cabinet doors safe for everyday use.
Yes. You can use Blum hinges on both heavy and light cabinet doors. We have a dedicated hinge for thick doors. Blum also offers cabinet door hinges for furniture with standard, wide-angled, thick, inset, overlay, narrow aluminium, glass and mirror applications.
Concealed hinges are more of a modern development and usually come with a sleek, appealing design. This aesthetic design with concealed view gives a clean, minimal, and streamlined appearance to furniture doors.
While selecting the right cabinet door hinges for your cabinets, there are a few critical things to consider. Look at the door size and weight you want. Check the cabinet type you are looking for. Consider the functionality, soft-close mechanism, design requirements and ease of installation before you settle on a cabinet door hinge for your furniture door.
All Blum hinges are easy to install for professionals. If they need help with installation or adjustments, they can download our EASY ASSEMBLY app or call our Customer Service team toll-free.
Blum contributes to the longevity of your cabinets by testing its hinge systems beyond industry standards. Each Blum hinge passes a whopping 2,00,000 opening and closing cycles, besides other load and quality checks that ensure its durability for the lifetime of the furniture.
Yes, Blum hinges are designed to work perfectly with both standard and special cabinet applications. Regardless of your cabinet style, materials and applications, you will find the right Blum hinge for your furniture.
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The hinge range at a glance
Our three product lines offer the right solution for every door, whatever the function, application or design.
Types of Hinge Systems for Cabinet Solutions
Generally, cabinet hinge systems get classified into three broad categories. Let's get to understand the basics of hardware hinges through pointers below:
1. Concealed hinge
A hardware hinge that is hidden from view when the cabinet is closed for a sleek, modern appearance.
2. Butt hinge
This is a traditional type of hardware hinge that is visible when furniture doors are closed.
3. Overlay hinge
This hardware hinge allows cabinet doors to cover a portion of the cabinet frame, making them ideal for frameless cabinets.
Apart from these basic hardware hinge types, there are flush, pivot, ball-bearing, blind corner, and spring hinges among others. The right cabinet door hinges for you depends on the kind of functionality and aesthetics you want for your furniture door.
Important Considerations When Choosing Cabinet Hinges
There are multiple factors you need to consider before you zero in on cabinet hinges for your furniture door. Let us help you with the standard points you must take into account before settling on a cabinet door hinge:
1. Cabinet frame type
Check if you want to go for a frame or frameless cabinet, as this will impact the kind of hinge you will end up using.
2. Cabinet application
See if you want doors that cover the cabinet fully, partially or if they sit flush with the cabinet opening.
3. Cabinet type
If you are settling for large or heavy doors, you will require heavy-duty cabinet door hinges. Even the door height will decide what kind of hinges you can use.
4. Opening angle
Cabinet hinges offer a certain opening angle. Decide on a cabinet door hinge that delivers the right opening angle for your furniture.
5. Door aesthetics
The kind of aesthetic appeal you want for your furniture will play a key role in deciding the hardware hinge for your door.
Maintenance Tips for Blum Hinge Systems
Here are some handy maintenance tips to keep your Blum hinge systems in shipshape for long-lasting quality and aesthetics of your furniture:
- Firstly, ensure that Blum hinge systems are installed as per Blum guidelines to get the intended advantage of using a Blum hinge.
- Prevent dirt from getting into the cabinet during mounting. If wood chips get in, remove them with a vacuum cleaner.
- Clean the cabinet door hinge with soft, lint-free cloth, leather or a sponge. Do not use a wet cloth; use a moist one instead and make sure to dry the area afterwards.
- Avoid using a steam cleaner.
- Do not use cleaning agents with harmful chemicals.
Why Choose Blum Hinge Systems?
Blum hinge systems bring a host of benefits to your furniture doors, making them smooth in operation, durable and aesthetically pleasing. Let's read through some major benefits of using a Blum hinge:
Impeccable soft-close mechanism
Blum hinges deliver precise, quiet, and effortless soft-close motion every time.
Tested to last the furniture's life
Blum tests its cabinet door hinges for 2,00,000 opening and closing cycles for precise door motion throughout the lifetime of the furniture.
Aesthetic Visual Appeal
Use Blum to accentuate the beauty of your furniture door. Choose from the standard nickel-plated door hinge or go for the dark onyx black variant, depending on your design requirements.
Easy Installation & Adjustments
Blum hinges are designed for easy installation, and almost all our cabinet door hinges offer quick 3-way adjustments.
Expert guidance and customer support
If you need help with installing or assembling Blum hinges, download our EASY ASSEMBLY app onto your smartphone. If you need further help, call Blum India's customer service team toll-free.
