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Sofa Hinge

Discussion in 'Technical Discussion' started by kiffa, Mar 13, 2019.

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  1. kiffa

    kiffa New Member

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    Hi, what is the recommendation for a hinge to use to lift the seats on a sofa? I think they should lift up and out to gain good access to the storage. Thanks

    Chris
  2. Pascal

    Pascal Senior Member

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    It s often difficult to use hinges as the back rest usually overhangs over the bottom making it impossible to hinge the bottom cushion. Bottom cushion and boards usually just pull out tonaccess storage
  3. Capt Ralph

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    Velcro is your friend.
  4. kiffa

    kiffa New Member

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    Thank you guys, I found these on another boat. I will see if I can find a set like this.

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  5. Capt J

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    Seafarer in Fort Lauderdale sells those hinges. They work pretty well.
  6. Capt Ralph

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    They remind me of the Grass hardware from Turkey. Fair but mixed metals. I'd only use in safe interior applications .
  7. Capt Ralph

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    Now we understand what you're looking for, I'm sure some ideas will come up.
  8. MBevins

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    There's an assortment of these on Amazon as well.
  9. Pascal

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    Looks like crap metal that will rust even in an air cond environment. I’d rather use SS marine hinges and SS gas lifts. More $$ which is why some
    Builders use these cheap hinges
  10. kiffa

    kiffa New Member

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    Thanks again all, these were on a Bertram 510, I think they are original and have held up well but can't say for sure. I would prefer the Stainless and will see what they cost.
  11. Capt J

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    I believe they're grade 8. I've seen them on several boats I've managed over the years from quality builders and they've never rusted nor broken.
  12. wiredup

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    did you find an exact match to the ones you are looking for? I am looking to do the same.