40mm Pressed Brass Butt Hinges

These compact pressed brass butt hinges provide a traditional hinging solution for carefully matched lightweight internal applications. Their 40mm size makes them suitable for small cupboard doors, cabinets, boxes, cases, furniture components, craft projects and other light joinery.

The hinges are manufactured from brass and retain a warm natural brass appearance. Each order contains one pair consisting of two individual hinges.

Key features

• Compact pressed butt-hinge design
• 40mm nominal hinge length
• Approximately 1⅛ inches long
• Brass construction
• Natural brass-coloured appearance
• Suitable for carefully matched lightweight internal applications
• Supplied as one pair containing two hinges

Product specifications

Typical applications

• Small cupboard and cabinet doors
• Wooden boxes and cases
• Lightweight furniture components
• Display cabinets
• Craft projects
• General light internal joinery

Selecting and installing the hinges

Check the door, lid or component dimensions, weight, material and required clearances before installation. Position the hinges accurately and select suitably sized fixings for the timber thickness and intended application.

No load capacity, performance grade, fire-door certification or exterior-use rating is declared. These compact hinges must not be represented as suitable for heavy, entrance or certified doors.

Related hinges and help

For a smaller version, view the 20mm pressed brass butt hinges. For a larger solid-drawn option, see the 51 x 29mm polished-brass solid-drawn butt hinges.

Browse the complete butt-hinge range or contact Hart Wholesale for product-selection assistance.

Questions and answers

How many hinges are supplied?

Each order contains one pair, equal to two individual hinges.

What size are the hinges?

Each hinge has a nominal length of 40mm, approximately 1⅛ inches.

What are the hinges made from?

They are manufactured from brass using a pressed-hinge construction.

What colour are the hinges?

They have a traditional warm brass and gold-coloured appearance.

What does pressed hinge mean?

Pressed describes the method used to form the hinge leaves and knuckle from sheet material.

Where can these hinges be used?

They are intended for carefully matched lightweight internal applications such as small cupboards, cabinets, furniture, boxes, cases and craft projects.

Are fixing screws included?

Fixings are not stated as included. Select appropriately sized screws for the timber thickness and intended application.

Are these suitable for full-size doors?

These compact hinges are primarily intended for lightweight cabinet, furniture and joinery applications. No load capacity is declared for full-size doors.

Are these hinges fire-rated?

No fire-door certification is declared. Do not use them where certified fire-door hardware is required.

Can they be used outside?

No exterior-use rating is declared. They should not be advertised for exposed outdoor applications.

How should the brass be cleaned?

Use a soft, dry or lightly dampened cloth and dry the hinges promptly. Avoid abrasive pads and aggressive chemical cleaners.