A simple door for a recycling bin/cupboard

[fathertobe]

I've got one kitchen cupboard without a door or shelves. Don't know what it was used for before we moved in but now we keep plastic crates with recyling in it.

Anyway, am going to put a door on it and use it for the same purpose. However, I want to open the door from the top (as you do a dishwasher) and for it to open a certain amount. I seem to remember there was a type of hinge that was suitable for this (part circle in shape) but am starting to think I dreamt it up.



I'm also going to mount the bin on the door so that when you pull it out, you can just drop recycling in.

I think it's a type of friction hinge (possibly) but these are generally used for UPVC windows.

Any suggestions? Thoughts?

 

[masona]

The box, duo or flap stays should do it, here I think the spring tension hinges might be best for you

Type in flap stays in google, plenty difference choices there

It's easy when you know what it's called

 

[fathertobe]

Thanks very much! Not a guessable name - most grateful. Will look in and report back to see if anyone sees flaws in my plan...

 

[masona]

You could make a litle box section like a drawer and approximately 150mm (?) high to hold the plastic bin in place instead of a crate and screw to the door. Maybe a little clip holder at the top of the bin as well