While many makers and end users swear by concealed European hinges, others avoid them due to their larger profile and increased installation difficulty. Compact cabinet door hinges from WoodworkerExpress.com solve both problems, allowing woodworkers of all experience levels to reap the benefits of recessed hinges. By combining the hinge and mounting plate into a single piece with a low profile, companies such as Grass, Amerock, Blum and Salice make it easier to install concealed hinges on face frame cabinets. Compact hinges are just as strong as regular hinges, so you never have to worry about them breaking or coming loose. You can even add a hinge wedge or two and create a custom angle.