How to Choose the Right Hinges for Your Ikea Metod Cabinet

Choosing the right hinges is essential for your doors to function properly – whether you’re building a tall cabinet, a corner unit, or a cabinet with drawers hidden behind a door. This guide walks you through the right hinge package for each cabinet type and door height.

Match the hinge to your cabinet type and door height

To ensure your Ikea Metod fronts work as intended, choose hinges based on cabinet type and door height:

  • For wall or base cabinets with doors between 40 and 80 cm – use 2 x HINGE Metod 110°

  • For wall cabinets with wide doors (40×100 cm) – use 2 x HINGE Metod 110°

  • For wall or tall cabinets with doors up to 120 cm – use 2 x HINGE Metod 110°

  • For doors between 140 and 160 cm – use 3 x HINGE Metod 110° for extra stability

  • For doors over 180 cm – use 4 x HINGE Metod 110°

  • For wall corner cabinets – use 2 x HINGE Metod 45° to allow angled opening

  • For cabinets with drawers or pull-outs behind the door (40–80 cm or 40×100 cm) – use 2 x HINGE Metod 155°

  • For taller cabinets with pull-outs behind (140–160 cm or 60×100 cm) – use 3 x HINGE Metod 155°

  • For corner base cabinets (88×88 cm) – use 2 x HINGE Metod 155° for full access

  • For all glass cabinet doors – use 2 x HINGE Metod Vitrine 110°

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Which hinges do I need for drawers or a corner cabinet?

If your Ikea Metod cabinet includes drawers, baskets, or pull-out shelves behind a door, you’ll need hinges with a 155° opening angle – this ensures the door opens fully so the inner storage is accessible. This applies to both standard cabinets and corner base units like the 88×88 cm model.

For wall-mounted corner cabinets, use 45° hinges. These let the door open diagonally and meet another front cleanly – ideal for corner setups.

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How many hinges per door do I need?

The number of hinges depends on the door height:

  • 2 hinges for doors up to 120 cm

  • 3 hinges for doors between 140–160 cm

  • 4 hinges for doors over 180 cm

Each hinge pack includes exactly what you need – no need to calculate or buy extra.

Premium hinges that look as good as they perform

All our hinges are made to elevate both functionality and design – perfectly matched to your Ikea Metod kitchen or sideboard setup.

  • Soft Close ensures gentle, quiet door movement that reduces wear over time

  • Onyx finish – a dark, matte look with clean cover caps that create a seamless, high-end expression

  • 20 mm cup depth for perfect fit with Ikea Metod doors

  • Mounting screws included – installation is easy thanks to Ikea’s pre-drilled hinge holes

  • Durable construction – built for everyday use, over many years

  • Our hinges are also grouped into ready-made packages, so you get exactly what you need depending on your cabinet size and door height.