Tidy up your rig with cabinet hardware door struts that hold doors open for hands-free access. Mounting position determines travel and whether the door sits flush, and they can be set up vertically or horizontally to work in tight spaces. Use 1 per door in most cases, or 2 for larger doors.
Yes, door struts can work horizontally on bathroom cabinet doors that swing closed. Mount so the strut can extend and retract without binding. Check that the door closes without excessive force after placement.
Struts are designed to install to a ball socket, and the necessary ball socket is included. Check force to close during mock-up; some setups can require too much force or feel too strong for simple doors. If you need more holding power, metal door struts are available; for lighter doors, adjust placement or choose a lighter option.
Typically 1 strut per door is enough unless it's a much bigger door. For larger or wider doors, use 2 struts per door if needed. There's no specified weight limit, so size the setup by door size and feel during a test-fit.
Placement determines if the door sits flush. If existing holes don't line up, move the mount so the strut's travel works with your door. Measure the chosen strut's closed length and stroke from its instructions, mock it up, and adjust before drilling. If the door won't close, the strut may not have enough inward travel where it's mounted.
Yes, door struts can be used on vertical cabinets that are only 5" tall or 6 inches tall. It comes down to placement so the strut can extend and close. You might need to mount on the back wall or the floor of the cabinet. Test-fit before final screws so the door opens fully and closes cleanly.
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