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Hi,

I am trying to save some money by replacing my old kitchen cabinet doors/drawers however the old hinges are exposed and I would like to use the European or hidden hinges.  Is it as simple as filling in the old hinge holes?

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Hi Eduardo
Nice to hear from you.
Not having personally ever done whst you are attempting, I did a bit of research for you.
And it appears that you are correct.
I found this piece interesting.
http://www.howsed.com/cabinets-installing-eurpean-hinges/

The man details doing just what you want to do.
Be sure also to read his link "earlier post".
Good Luck with this
Regards
Eileen

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