In the manufacture of hinged furniture, different hinges can be used (both in shape and size, and in design). How to understand which ones to choose? The surest and most reliable way is to test the parts for tensile strength, and such an experiment can be carried out using special electronic scales.
1 Standard awnings
Budget models of furniture usually use cheap metal canopies with an “eye” or an expanded hole that allows you to adjust the position of the cabinet. They also have an additional hole for reinforcing the fasteners. According to the test results, such a mount is able to withstand a maximum load of 211 kg.
2 Adjustable Canopies
This type of fastening is practical in application - first, a mounting plate is attached to the wall, which creates a common base for all canopies (that is, there is no need to measure and drill a separate hole for each canopy). In addition, such canopies for furniture are easily adjustable in three planes. The maximum load such fasteners can withstand is 259 kg.
3 Hidden canopies LIBRA H1
Such mounts, like the previous ones, have three degrees of adjustment, which is very convenient. In addition, they have a special locking screw that prevents the canopy from slipping off. According to the test results, this type of fastening can withstand 408 kg - very good.
4 Sheds for mounting
These furniture fasteners are equipped with a unique patented metal latch that prevents them from slipping. The results of the strength test showed that branded canopies can withstand an enormous load - up to 616 kg.
Findings
Obviously, it is furniture canopies for press fittings manufactured by Camar that are more reliable and functional. Therefore, if you need to hang heavy kitchen furniture, then it is better to use them.
By the way, if the kitchen has an apron made of tiles or drywall, then the cabinets are best to lean on it - so you can reduce the load on the fasteners. For a detailed review of furniture hinges, see the video on our website.
