Deltana solid brass cabinet hinges give a full mortise mounting option that suits detailed cabinet projects, because the leaves sit cut into the wood instead of on the surface. The solid brass construction provides a heavier-duty feel compared with light sheet metal, which helps doors swing more positively on small face-frame cabinets. The polished nickel finish creates a bright, neutral metal look that pairs with many modern pulls and knobs, keeping hardware visually consistent across a run of cabinets. These cabinet hinges are free swinging, so the door moves smoothly without built-in detents, which supports precise door positioning in applications where catches or latches handle the holding force. As semi-concealed hinges, part of the hardware remains visible while the mortised portion stays hidden, which balances a clean appearance with straightforward alignment during installation.
The Deltana full mortise cabinet hinge with a 2-1/2 x 1-11/16 inch footprint allows installers to size mortises accurately, so the hinge sits flush with the cabinet edge and door stile. The square corners coordinate with square-cut mortises, which simplifies layout when mortises are produced on a router table or with a jig that leaves crisp corners needing only straight chisel work. With six hinge holes distributed across the leaves, the hinge fastens securely into the cabinet and door, helping resist loosening under repeated opening and closing. The .093 inch thick leaf influences how deeply mortises are cut, giving a predictable depth target that helps maintain consistent reveals from door to door across a run of cabinetry.
The semi-concealed design of this Deltana solid brass cabinet hinge suits face-frame cabinets where a portion of the hinge is meant to show while the rest is buried in the mortise, giving a traditional hardware look. The 2-1/2 x 1-11/16 inch dimensions position it well for smaller cabinet doors such as upper kitchen cabinets, bath vanities, or built-ins where compact hinges keep proportions balanced. Because it is a full mortise hinge, it fits projects where the door edge and frame are prepared with matching pockets, supporting tight, repeatable gaps between doors and frames. The polished nickel finish works in projects using similar nickel or chrome-toned hardware, tying hinges, knobs, and pulls into a single visual theme across the installation.
The free swinging action of this cabinet hinge lets the door move without resistance from internal springs, so the door travel depends on the chosen catch or latch rather than the hinge itself, which aids in predictable door alignment. Ball tip finials on the hinge pins provide a finished end detail that is visible on semi-concealed installations, giving a clean termination point for the knuckles and helping the hinge present well on exposed cabinet frames. The .093 inch solid brass leaf thickness works with the full mortise design to set the pivot point close to the door and frame edge, helping maintain consistent reveals when multiple doors are hung in a row. With six mounting holes set into the hinge leaf, the load from opening and closing is spread across several #7 x 3/4 inch wood screw points, which supports hinge stability in common cabinet substrates over long-term use.
The CH2517U14 is a Deltana solid brass cabinet hinge with a semi-concealed, full mortise design, so it mounts into mortised pockets while leaving part of the hinge visible on the cabinet.
This Deltana full mortise cabinet hinge measures 2-1/2 x 1-11/16 inches, which fits smaller cabinet doors where a compact hinge footprint is desired on the frame and door edge.
The .093 inch hinge thickness defines the mortise depth, so cutting pockets to that depth lets the leaves sit flush and helps maintain even reveals between cabinet doors and frames.
This solid brass cabinet hinge has a polished nickel finish, giving a bright, neutral metal tone that coordinates with many modern knobs, pulls, and other cabinet hardware.
The free swinging design lets the door move without spring resistance, so door travel and holding force are controlled by the catch or latch used with the cabinet.
This hinge uses full mortise mounting with six hinge holes and is specified with #7 x 3/4 inch wood screws, giving multiple fastener points to secure it to the cabinet and door.
The Deltana solid brass cabinet hinges in polished nickel pair a full mortise, semi-concealed layout with a compact 2-1/2 x 1-11/16 inch size, giving cabinet shops a precise option for smaller doors. With .093 inch thick leaves, square corners, and six-hole mounting that uses #7 x 3/4 inch wood screws, this hinge supports consistent mortise depth, reliable attachment, and clean reveals when used across multiple cabinets.