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Advancement Of Tech In Hinges
December 28, 2021
The days of noisy kitchen cabinets and drawers are well and truly gone as the tech behind silent and smoothly closing cabinetry turns into the essential requisite for any kitchen to keep the space fully and perfectly functional.
The history of hinges stretches far back into antiquity where reportedly it was believed to have been invented in 1600 BC in Hattusa, near the Eastern capital. It was in the form of large wooden doors pivoting in stone sockets where entryways were barricaded with heavy slabs of wood or stone. They were only used in the most important structures, such as ramparts or houses of worship. Reportedly there were times where people used ladders to enter their mud-brick homes through a hole in the roof where security ‘hinged' on raising the ladder and hoping an intruder didn't bring one of his own.
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Then and Now
As per sources by the time Europeans colonised America, the hinge had become widespread providing the ease with which a door, lid, or window could be shut. Ever since in the millennia, hinges have undergone notable changes to consider their usability and functionality such as double action, the kind that makes it possible for doors to open without having to close them behind.
With time as the kitchen doubles as living and workspaces, a multi-purpose work station in the kitchens is becoming more common. When a cabinetry layout is designed to use a soft-close, concealed, under-mount slide, the drawers are slightly wider, only requiring about 1/8-inch clearance on each side of the drawer since the slide component is under the drawer.
The design trends continue to move towards clean lines giving a modern aesthetic look, where mutinous clutter has no place. Storage accessories are designed to use every bit of the available space to store away the tools needed to keep a kitchen fully stocked and functional. Besides innovation and designing more focus is laid on the exterior elements such as choosing the right pull or knobs, matching the colour of the cabinet doors to countertops to meet the growing demand for multi-functional kitchens and intelligent storage.
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Innovative use of hinges
With the move towards uncluttered spaces, creative storage solutions are invented to make use of all available nooks and crannies in the kitchen particularly small kitchens maximising the storage potential. There are two main areas in the kitchen that are prone to wasted space; the sink cabinet and the corner cabinet.
For the sink area, sink drawer, a full-extension drawer creates storage around the sink basin and plumbing, bringing items out in full view making use of every inch of space that would normally be lost around the sink. It transforms once wasted space into an easily accessible storage area. Open storage where products like backsplash railing systems are used to hang utensils or hold spices or even cookbooks.
Another popular hinge is for cabinet doors. This hinge has a slight angle in the assembly to encourage the door to close, with a small soft plastic pad in the column at the point just before the door’s ‘bumpers’ make contact with the frame
Innovative use of hinges
With the move towards uncluttered spaces, creative storage solutions are invented to make use of all available nooks and crannies in the kitchen particularly small kitchens maximising the storage potential. There are two main areas in the kitchen that are prone to wasted space; the sink cabinet and the corner cabinet.
For the sink area, sink drawer, a full-extension drawer creates storage around the sink basin and plumbing, bringing items out in full view making use of every inch of space that would normally be lost around the sink. It transforms once wasted space into an easily accessible storage area. Open storage where products like backsplash railing systems are used to hang utensils or hold spices or even cookbooks.
Another popular hinge is for cabinet doors. This hinge has a slight angle in the assembly to encourage the door to close, with a small soft plastic pad in the column at the point just before the door’s ‘bumpers’ make contact with the frame
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Trends
Top interior fitting and accessory trends include deep drawers with specialty dividers, a rise in pull-out, and sliding options that are more creatively used as storage space. Neutral finishes that complement the cabinetry are preferred and soft-close and touch-to-open mechanisms are becoming standard rather than deep drawer hardware that carries a high-load weight capacity.
The trends are moving toward modular accessories that can be customised and divided with an edge on each side that can be installed for utensils and larger cutlery. The deep drawers allow the popular use of waste bins and recycling centres inside. Kitchen accessories come in neutral colours, such as wood grain, gray, or chrome. Having different shades of the same colour is another growing trend that accessories should match the cabinet exteriors.
Full-extension drawers offer easy access to stored items, as do interior features that pull out or slide. Sliding and pull-out accessories have become key factors in creating temporary space when opened and maximising living space when closed. A growing trend is towards the use of sliding doors and new opening, lifting, pull-out, and pull-down systems. Clean, contemporary looks, touch-to-open mechanisms with either electronic or mechanical components are the key elements. Besides their sleek appearance, mixing textures and materials in the kitchen is also a trend that’s gaining popularity.
Customised value
Perception of value varies by the consumer. The kitchen is the heart of a home and it needs to be a functional space. A well-organised kitchen saves homeowners time and stress. Today, with so many people turning to technology to do their research and shopping, both cost and quality are playing a larger role in determining value. Not only does this ensure less waste in the long term, but it proves to be price-friendly in the long run.
No kitchen cabinet is acceptable today without soft-close technology for drawers and doors. It is inconceivable to imagine a modern kitchen without the technical finesse of the soft-close system.
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