Clearly that s why the overlay hinges did not work.
How to install full overlay door hinges.
Mark the position for the hinge on the back face of the door.
Do this for both hinges on the door.
My opening was 21 w my cabinets were 21 5 w so my overlay was.
Install the hinge cups ryan benyi.
Press the hinge cups into the holes.
Measure the width of your cabinet door and subtract the width of the cabinet opening.
Many 1 2 inch overlay hinges have oval shaped holes on the plates that are used for hinge adjustment.
Measure your overlay like this.
Put the hinge on the hinge side of the cabinet door where you marked from the bottom and arrange it so it s in the position it needs to be installed in.
Place the hinge on the door and mark the distance from the edge.
Pre drill the holes for the screws then install the screws securing the hinge to the door.
Before ordering hinges make sure your doors are sized for 1 2 inch hinges.
Position a rafter square as shown to keep the hinge aligned.
Drill the remaining cup holes.