290 × 38mm Self-Colour 304 Stainless Steel Piano Hinge

This short stainless steel piano hinge, also known as a continuous hinge, measures 290mm long and 38mm wide when fully open. It is manufactured from Grade 304 stainless steel with a self-colour finish and is supplied with pre-drilled countersunk fixing holes.

Piano hinges were originally developed to hinge the long keyboard covers and lids fitted to pianos. They are now widely used in cabinet making, furniture, boxes, lids and access panels where continuous support is required along a hinged edge.

This made-to-size 290mm version provides the continuous-hinge format without requiring the customer to cut down a standard 1829mm length. Its compact size is suitable for appropriately sized cabinets, boxes, lids and panels.

Supplied as one complete 290mm hinge. Fixing screws are not confirmed as included.

Key features

• Short continuous piano hinge
• Made to a 290mm finished length
• 38mm open width
• Grade 304 stainless steel construction
• Self-colour stainless steel finish
• Natural silver appearance
• Pre-drilled countersunk fixing holes
• Continuous support along the hinged edge
• No need to cut down a full 1829mm hinge
• Supplied as one complete hinge

Specifications

Typical applications

• Cabinet and cupboard doors
• Furniture and fitted joinery
• Storage boxes and cases
• Small lids and covers
• Inspection and access panels
• Toolboxes and equipment boxes
• Suitable DIY and model-making projects

What does self colour mean?

Self colour means the stainless steel is supplied in its natural metallic finish rather than being covered with a decorative brass, chrome or zinc-plated coating. Minor variations in the surface appearance are normal for a functional self-colour metal product.

Why use a continuous hinge?

A continuous hinge supports the hinged edge across its length rather than concentrating the fixing at several separate hinge positions. This can help maintain alignment and distribute movement along a lid, door or panel.

Installation guidance

1. Position the hinge with both leaves correctly aligned.
2. Check that the door, lid or panel can move freely.
3. Mark the fixing positions through the countersunk holes.
4. Select countersunk fixings suitable for the substrate and application.
5. Drill appropriate pilot holes where required.
6. Fit the fixings evenly without distorting the hinge leaves.
7. Test movement and alignment before final tightening.

Fixing screws are not confirmed as included. The screw gauge and required length must be selected for the physical hinge, substrate and installation.

Questions and answers

Why is it called a piano hinge?

This continuous-hinge format was originally used for the long keyboard covers and lids fitted to pianos.

What size is this hinge?

It measures 290mm long and 38mm wide when fully open.

What material is it made from?

It is manufactured from Grade 304 stainless steel.

What does self-colour stainless steel look like?

It has the natural silver appearance of stainless steel rather than a decorative plated finish.

Is this hinge polished?

No specific polished finish is declared. It should be described as self-colour stainless steel.

Does the hinge have fixing holes?

Yes. It is supplied with pre-drilled countersunk fixing holes.

What size screws should be used?

No screw gauge is confirmed. Select countersunk screws that fit the physical hinge and are suitable for the substrate and application.

Does it need to be cut to length?

No. This hinge is already supplied at its finished 290mm length.

Are fixing screws included?

Fixing screws are not confirmed as included.

Is it suitable for cabinets and boxes?

Yes. Its compact continuous-hinge format is suitable for appropriately sized cabinets, boxes, lids, furniture and access panels.

Is it fire rated or security certified?

No fire-door rating, security classification or certified load capacity is declared.

Is Grade 304 stainless steel suitable outdoors?

Grade 304 stainless steel offers useful corrosion resistance, but environmental exposure and maintenance must be considered. Do not describe it as corrosion-proof or suitable for marine environments.

Related piano hinges

For a longer hinge that can be cut to size, view the 1829 × 38 × 1.2mm stainless steel piano hinge or the sturdier 1829 × 38 × 1.5mm stainless steel piano hinge.

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