What It Is

This is a traditional butt hinge in antique brass with a lacquer protective coating. At 51mm high when fully opened, it's sized for lightweight cupboard doors and flush-mounted applications where you want the hinge visible as part of the design.

Where It Fits

You'll typically see these on display cabinets, glazed wall units, or anywhere you're using lighter doors where the hinge becomes a decorative element. They work particularly well in traditional or period-style kitchens where brass detailing complements other hardware finishes.

How It Works

The hinge mounts directly to the face of both the door and cabinet frame using 4mm screws. Unlike concealed hinges, butt hinges are visible when the door is closed, so the finish becomes part of your kitchen's visual language.

Why It Matters

When you want brass detailing to be seen, not hidden, this type of hinge lets you carry that finish through every element. The lacquer coating helps maintain the antique brass appearance over time, resisting tarnishing that would otherwise require regular polishing.

Design Consideration

These work best when brass is already present elsewhere in your kitchen, perhaps in cabinet handles or tap finishes. They're not suitable for heavy doors or high-use applications. The visible mounting also means your door and frame edges need to be perfectly aligned and finished.

Build Quality

German-engineered brass construction at 1.7mm thickness with a 5mm knuckle diameter. The lacquer finish protects the brass while maintaining its aged appearance. Simonswerk provides a lifetime guarantee on the mechanism.

Closing Guidance

Consider these when your kitchen design already incorporates brass elements and you're working with lightweight doors where the hinge placement won't interfere with the overall aesthetic. The antique finish needs to complement, not compete with, your other brass details.