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Full Overlay Soft Close Hinges (0 Crank)
For a single door that covers the side panel of the carcass, the usual layout in frameless modular kitchens. Use it on end cabinets and standalone units.
Modular Kitchen Hardware
Soft Close Hinges for Modular Kitchens — Full Overlay, Half Overlay, Inset & 165°
Concealed soft close hinges in 0, 8 and 16 crank, plus a 165° wide-angle option, supplied to kitchen OEMs, architects and interior designers across India.
Soft close hinges are concealed cabinet hinges with a built-in damper that slows the door over its last stretch of travel, so it shuts quietly instead of slamming. For a modular kitchen, the choice comes down to the door position: full overlay (0 crank) for a door covering the side panel, half overlay (8 crank) for two doors sharing a partition, and inset (16 crank) for a flush door inside the opening. Mirano also offers a 165° wide-angle hinge for tall and corner units. The sections below help you pick, count and specify the right hinge.
Quick Pick
Which Soft Close Hinge Do I Need?
Match the hinge to where the door sits. This covers most modular kitchen cabinets.
| Door position | Hinge | Crank | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door covers the full side panel | Full overlay | 0 | End cabinets and single-door units |
| Two doors share one partition | Half overlay | 8 | Middle partitions in a run of doors |
| Door sits inside the opening, flush with the frame | Inset | 16 | Flush-fronted and framed designs |
| Door must open almost flat | Wide angle | 165° opening | Tall units, larders, corner cabinets |
Crank values are as listed in Mirano's range. Confirm exact dimensions on the datasheet for the model you order.
Hinge Types
Soft Close Hinge Types in the Mirano Range
Four configurations cover the large majority of modular kitchen doors.
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Half Overlay Soft Close Hinges (8 Crank)
For two doors that share one partition. Each door covers half of the panel so both sit evenly with a small gap between them. Typically used on the inner pairs of a door run, with full overlay at the outer ends.
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Inset Soft Close Hinges (16 Crank)
For a door that sits inside the cabinet opening, flush with the frame. This layout needs tighter gaps and accurate carcass making, so it is used in framed and bespoke kitchen designs.
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Wide-Angle (165°) Soft Close Hinges
For doors that need to open almost flat against the cabinet side, giving clear access to pull-outs, carousels and deep shelves. Used on tall larder units, corner cabinets and wardrobe-style kitchen storage.
How It Works
How a Soft Close Hinge Works
A soft close hinge pairs a spring, which pulls the door shut, with a small damper that resists the door's motion near the end of travel. The door glides the last few degrees at a controlled speed whether you push it hard or just nudge it.
Most models are concealed hinges with a clip-on mounting plate and three-way adjustment. The door can be removed and refitted without unscrewing the hinge, and it can be fine-tuned up and down, left and right, and in and out after installation.
Quantity
How Many Hinges per Door?
A simple rule by door height. Heavier doors may need an extra hinge.
| Door height | Hinges | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 mm | 2 | Standard base and short wall doors |
| 1,000 – 1,500 mm | 3 | Better support, even damping along the door |
| Above 1,500 mm | 4 | Tall units and larders |
Solid wood, thick framed and heavily finished doors can need extra hinges at any height. Check the load rating of the model before you finalise the count.
Specifications
Soft Close Hinge Specifications
Specifications confirmed for the Mirano soft close hinge range. Model-wise dimensions are available on request.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cup diameter | 35 mm |
| Cup boring depth | Typically 12–13 mm |
| Door panel thickness | 14–22 mm |
| Overlay options (crank) | Full overlay 0, half overlay 8, inset 16 |
| Wide-angle option | 165° |
| Baseline material | SS 304 stainless steel |
| Mounting | Clip-on plate, concealed when the door is closed |
| Adjustment | Three-way: height, side and depth |
Need a model-wise datasheet with plate options and dimensions? Request it through the quote form.
Opening Angle
Choosing the Opening Angle
The right angle depends on what the door swings into, not only on the cabinet type.
| Angle | Suits | Watch for |
|---|---|---|
| 90°–110° | Standard base and wall cabinets | Doors hitting a wall or appliance in tight layouts |
| 165° | Tall units, pull-out larders, corner cabinets | Needs the right plate and enough side clearance |
Mirano's wide-angle range is 165°. Ask the sales team which standard-angle models are currently available for your project.
Material
Why Specify SS 304 Hinges for Indian Kitchens
Indian kitchens expose hinges to steam, cleaning chemicals and, in coastal cities, humid salty air. SS 304 is an austenitic stainless steel that resists corrosion better than mild steel, so the hinge keeps its finish and moving parts stay free.
Mirano recommends SS 304 as the baseline specification for kitchen hinges. For wet-area cabinets such as under-sink units, it is the safer choice.
Comparison
Soft Close vs Standard Hinges
What changes when you move from a standard concealed hinge to a soft close one.
| Soft close hinge | Standard hinge | |
|---|---|---|
| Closing action | Damped, controlled | Door swings shut freely |
| Noise | Quiet | Audible impact |
| Wear on doors and carcass | Lower impact on edges | Repeated impact |
| Adjustment | Three-way | Varies by model |
| Upfront cost | Higher | Lower |
Avoid These
Common Hinge Specification Mistakes
Most hinge problems are decided on the drawing, not on site.
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Wrong crank for the door position
A full overlay hinge on a shared partition leaves the doors clashing. Mark each door as full overlay, half overlay or inset on the drawing.
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Too few hinges on tall doors
Two hinges on a 1,500 mm door lets it twist and weakens the damping. Follow the height rule above.
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Ignoring door thickness
A hinge suits a range of panel thickness. Check the 14–22 mm range against your shutter board.
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Mixing hinge and plate brands
The 35 mm cup is common, but plates and hole patterns can differ. Match the plate to the hinge.
Supply
Who We Supply
Mirano by Varun Impex supplies soft close hinges to modular kitchen OEMs and fabricators, interior designers, architects, dealers and builders across India. Bulk and project quantities are quoted per order.
Hinges are one part of a kitchen. See the full kitchen fittings range, including pull-out systems, drawer systems and modular kitchen accessories.
For Installers
Installation Notes
For qualified carpenters and installers.
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Boring the cup
Bore a 35 mm cup hole, normally 12–13 mm deep, using the distance from the door edge given on the datasheet.
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Placing the hinges
Use 2, 3 or 4 hinges according to door height. Keep hinge positions consistent across the run.
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Mounting plate
Fix the clip-on plates first, then clip the doors on. This lets you remove and refit doors for cleaning or adjustment.
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Adjustment
Align the door in height, side and depth with the adjustment screws. Check the closing speed from different angles.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Soft close hinges are concealed cabinet hinges with a built-in damper that slows the door over the last part of its travel, so it closes quietly instead of slamming. They are fitted in a 35 mm cup in the door and are adjustable after installation, which is why they are the default choice in modular kitchens.
The difference is how the door sits on the cabinet. A full overlay hinge (0 crank) is for a door that covers the side panel completely. A half overlay hinge (8 crank) is for two doors that share one partition. An inset hinge (16 crank) is for a door that sits inside the cabinet opening, flush with the frame. Choosing the wrong crank is the most common reason doors rub or sit uneven.
Most frameless modular kitchens use full overlay hinges on end panels and half overlay hinges on shared partitions between two doors. Inset hinges are used only where the design calls for flush doors inside the opening. Check the door position on your drawing before you order.
Crank describes how far the hinge arm is bent, which decides how much of the cabinet side panel the door covers. In Mirano's range, 0 crank is full overlay, 8 crank is half overlay and 16 crank is inset. The numbers are a quick way to match the hinge to the door position, so confirm them against the datasheet for each model.
As a working rule, two hinges for doors up to 1,000 mm high, three for doors between 1,000 and 1,500 mm, and four above 1,500 mm. Heavy doors such as solid wood or thick framed shutters can need an extra hinge at any height, so check the load rating of the model you are using.
Mirano's soft close hinges use the standard 35 mm cup. The cup hole is normally bored 12–13 mm deep, and the hinge suits door panels 14–22 mm thick. Confirm the exact boring distance for your model on its datasheet before drilling.
Often yes, if the existing hinge uses a 35 mm cup and the overlay type matches. The new hinge must have the same crank (0, 8 or 16) and a compatible opening angle, otherwise the door will sit differently. Check the mounting plate and hole spacing as well.
The 35 mm cup is the common European standard, so the hinge cup fits the same door boring. Mounting plates and hole patterns can still differ between systems, so check the plate and spacing for your carcass before mixing brands. We recommend confirming compatibility for your specific model with our team.
Standard base and wall units normally use hinges in the 90°–110° range. A 165° wide-angle hinge lets the door open almost flat against the cabinet side, which suits tall units, pull-out larders and corner units where you need full access. Pick the angle after checking what the door will swing into.
Kitchens see steam, cleaning chemicals and, in coastal cities, humid salty air. SS 304 stainless steel resists corrosion better than plain mild steel, which keeps the hinge finish and moving parts in good condition. Mirano recommends SS 304 as the baseline specification for kitchen hinges.
Very little. Check the adjustment screws now and then, wipe the hinge with a dry or slightly damp cloth, and avoid oil-based lubricants on the damper. If a door starts to sag, re-adjust it with the three adjustment screws before assuming the hinge has failed.
Yes. Soft close hinges are adjustable in three directions, up and down, left and right, and in and out, using the screws on the hinge arm and plate. Most installers fine-tune the doors in a single pass once the carcass is fixed.
Price depends on the crank type, opening angle, finish and order quantity, so Mirano quotes hinges per project instead of listing a retail price. Send the number of doors, hinge types and quantities through the quote form and the sales team will respond with a quotation.
Yes. Mirano supplies modular kitchen manufacturers, interior designers, architects and dealers across India, with bulk and project quantities handled through the quote form. Share your hinge types and quantities to get started.
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