Picking and Using Offset Piano Hinges Like a Pro
If you're struggling to get a heavy door or lid to clear its frame without binding, you've likely realized that standard hinges won't cut it and you need offset piano hinges. These things are a lifesaver in the world of woodworking and metal fabrication, but if you haven't used them before, they can look a little confusing. At first glance, they look like your standard continuous hinge—that long, skinny strip of metal with a pin running through it—but there's a specific "step" or bend in the leaves that changes everything. ...