Wooden Toolbox Hinge Replacement

소개

This guide will show you how to replace the hinges on a small wooden toolbox. The original hinges came off, and we’ll be attaching new ones in the same spot using the existing holes. By the end, the toolbox lid will be fully reattached and able to open and close properly again. This guide will be quick and simple only requiring either some steady hands or some patience.

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1 단계 Hinges

Wooden Toolbox Hinge Replacement, Hinges: 1 단계, 이미지 2개 중 1개

Wooden Toolbox Hinge Replacement, Hinges: 1 단계, 이미지 2개 중 2개

Remove the lid and note where the old hinges used to be.
Remove any remaining hardware.
Clean the area if needed.

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2 단계

Wooden Toolbox Hinge Replacement: 2 단계, 이미지 3개 중 3개

Position the hinges in the same spots as the old ones, aligning them with the existing holes on both the lid and the base.
Double-check the alignment to ensure the lid closes straight.

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3 단계

Hold the lid in place and use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to secure four screws into each hinge on the back of the lid.
Hold the hinge steady as you tighten the screws. It may help to have someone hold the lid while you secure the screws.

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4 단계

Slowly open and close the lid to make sure it moves smoothly and the hinges hold properly.
Tighten any screws that feel loose.
Your toolbox is now fixed and ready to use.

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결론

By replacing the broken hinges and reattaching the lid, this small wooden toolbox is now fully functional again. This quick and simple fix helps extend the life of the toolbox and prevents unnecessary waste. With just a few tools and some patience, you can restore your own toolbox too.

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