rayiberry
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Can anyone tell me where I can get a catalogue for box making stuff, like hinges, locks and bandings etc. I don't know where to loo or which company to use. Thanks if you can help.
Ray
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here is a good starter for inlay bindings Inlays Banding, Inlay Bandings, Inlays Strip, Inlay Strips, Lines And Bandings, Inlay Boarder, Edge Banding - Inlay Banding
I have a stash of hinges, the manufacturer of which went out of business and I haven't used locks, so I can't help there.
I have a stash of hinges, the manufacturer of which went out of business and I haven't used locks, so I can't help there.
Phil Pascoe
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AJB Temple
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They look very good Phil. Have you used them?
Cabinetman
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It may seem amazing but the last time I looked Screwfix did some good quality solid drawn brass hinges about 10 pairs in a box. I have a good quality ironmongers close to my workshop that I use regularly, it’s good sometimes to go and actually touch feel and test fittings, catches can be tricky things I always think. Ian
If youre looking for smaller stuff than domestic, I have used prokraft a few times
https://www.prokraft.co.uk
https://www.prokraft.co.uk
custard
Established Member
I mainly use "Smart" hinges for boxes (it's usually either Smart hinges or Brusso). They're very good. The problem comes with consistency of supply, which is unfortunately very hit and miss. Plus the situation gets even worse when you factor in the other items in the range such as locks, these can be out of stock for months at a time, even before Covid 19.
There was a guy in Ireland who did something very similar and was a lot more reliable, but he's now packed it in.
Ho hum!
Blackswanwood
Still Learning
AJB Temple
Finely figured
Thanks Custard and Blacks. I will have to get some stock in.
Cabinetman
Established Member
Very nice, lovely quality. And a good description as well, so often you have to buy it to see how it works and whether it’s suitable for what you want or not. Ian
bjm
Naturally different
Neat hinges are now out of stock according to his website but Smart hinges appear to be back in stock.
If you haven't seen it, Ian Hawthorne (Neat hinge) has a box-making series on youtube.
If you haven't seen it, Ian Hawthorne (Neat hinge) has a box-making series on youtube.
AJB Temple
Finely figured
The hardware from both looks identical.
bjm
Naturally different
Sshhh - not meant to mention that!!
Phil Pascoe
Established Member
No, but I've had his mailshots for quite a while. Some stunning stuff.
Blackswanwood
Still Learning
Andrew Crawford (Smarthinge) came up with the design. Brusso do a similar hinge but it has a square knuckle which may sound like a minor thing but is quite noticeable on a small box. Unfortunately Andrew didn’t patent his design and hence it has been copied. I try and support Andrew by buying from him as he came up with the design and has been tenacious in seeking a manufacturer who can work to his high standards. He’s also a top bloke!
Nelly111s
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I’d agree with @Blackswanwood. I’ve been on one of Andrew’s courses. He’s a great bloke and his stuff his top notch. I support him when I can.
bjm
Naturally different
Part of the his (historic) supply issue is that he insists on getting them manufactured here. He is a great advocate for British manufacturing and his tenacity now appears to be paying off for him - well deserved.
rayiberry
Member
Thanks for the suggestions, do any of them offer an actual catalogue I can get.
Ray
Ray
billw
The Tattooed One
Anyone know if it's possible to get copper hinges anywhere? I've had no luck from google.
billw
The Tattooed One
Two of them make about 4 products, it'd just be quicker to print the webpage!
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