Glossary of Terms

Bead
A round edge that runs along the inside of the frame.
Butt hinge
A butt hinge allows the cabinet door to swing fully open (180°). A common type of hinge.
Cabinet Frame
A cabinet frame surrounds the door of a frame style cabinet as a picture frame surrounds a photograph.
Concealed Hinge
Located on the inside of the cabinet and hidden from view when the cabinet door is closed. Concealed hinges only open slightly more than 90°.
Crown Molding
Runs along the top exposed edges of a cabinet and comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. For decorative purposes only.
Decorative Hardware
Any device used to open and close a cabinet door. These include knobs, latches, minimum edge pulls, and touch latches.
Door Frame
Surrounds the center mirror or panel of the door.
Finish
A finish refers to how shiny the paint looks when it has dried. There are four main types of finish: flat, satin, semi-gloss, and gloss.
Flush
Even, or level with.
Mortised Hinge
The wood underneath the hinge is cut out, creating a small indentation for the hinge plate to sit in.
Paint Grade Wood
Wood species that generally do not have strong grain patterns; which makes them ideal for painted finishes.
Pivot Hinge A concealed hinge for inset doors.
Rough Opening
An opening in the wall used to mount a recessed cabinet.
Zero Clearance
A door will not protrude into the area of the cabinet opening when open.Unobstructed access for pullout shelves or drawers when a door is open to 90 degrees or more.

 

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