How do I fix sagging kitchen cabinet doors and broken hinges?
Several kitchen cabinet doors in our villa have dropped, don't close properly, and one hinge has pulled out of the door. Can these be fixed, or do we need new doors?
1 Answer
9 Nov 2026
Most sagging cabinet doors can be fixed by adjusting or replacing the hinges, and a hinge that has pulled out can usually be repaired without a new door
Kitchen hinges loosen with daily use, and steam from kettles and cooking can weaken the board around the screws.
Quick adjustments
Most modern concealed hinges have three adjustment screws: side to side, up and down, and in and out. Tightening the mounting screws and adjusting these often lines a door up again in minutes.
When it needs a repair
If the screw holes are stripped, the holes can be filled with dowels or a repair insert and re-drilled. If the round hinge cup has torn out of the door, a repair plate or re-boring in a fresh position often saves the door. Swollen or delaminated doors near the sink or dishwasher usually need replacing.
Typical costs
A handyman visit to adjust and refix several doors is usually AED 150–350. New soft-close hinges cost about AED 25–70 each plus fitting. Replacement doors made to match are often AED 250–700 per door depending on the finish (indicative only — actual costs vary).
Planning a bigger change?
If many doors are worn, respraying or wrapping the existing doors with new hinges can refresh the kitchen for much less than replacing it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do kitchen cabinet doors sag?+
Hinges loosen with use, and steam can weaken the board around the screws.
Can I fix a cabinet hinge that pulled out of the door?+
Often yes, with a repair plate or by re-drilling in a new position.
How much does cabinet hinge repair cost in Dubai?+
Usually AED 150–350 for a visit, plus hinges at about AED 25–70 each (indicative only — actual costs vary).