Piano loop: advantages, installation and use features

The piano loop is a fairly simple mechanism that is used in the manufacture of furniture and other household items. It provides the ability to install hidden fasteners. In addition, it can be used in the event that other mechanisms do not withstand the weight of the element. Despite the fact that in the modern furniture industry there are a lot of other loops, the presented product does not cease to be popular.

The piano loop has several important advantages:

• Ability to withstand heavy weight;
• Low cost;
• Good appearance;
• The possibility of giving the attachment additional rigidity (the represented element can be installed along the entire length of the product).

It should be noted, and some drawbacks of the mechanism: it can not be adjusted, so you need to tighten it as accurately as possible and only if the subsequent adjustment is not needed. In addition, we can not say that the product has high strength. You will not be able to install several overhead furniture facades. The piano loop is not very comfortable to install. And the products of the new design look more attractive than the presented mechanisms. However, advantages are more than enough to cover shortcomings.

So, to fasten the presented product is easy enough, despite the inconvenience. In this case, you will need a simple screwdriver (screwdriver) and self-tapping screws. The piano loop has holes already ready for fastening, which are staggered. In most cases, they require countersinking, so that the screw completely enters the base and does not prevent the mechanism from completely closing. After this, it is necessary to very accurately establish a loop on the end of the furniture case and begin screwing. Beforehand, you can mark the location of the holes on the surface of the base.

Hinges piano furniture need to be fixed, starting with the most extreme holes. Next, go to the center of the mechanism, and then spin the remaining fasteners. In this case, the loop will not move and will be securely installed. After mounting the product, you must attach a magnetic clip to it, since the original models of the loops are not equipped with them. Otherwise, the door may not fit securely to the box.

If you decide to install such a mechanism as a piano loop, the dimensions of the product will be of great importance. In modern stores you can choose items that are suitable for each specific case. The size of the product ranges from 10 to 78 cm. In addition, it can be made of different materials, although mainly in the production of galvanized steel.

Use this mechanism can be during the assembly of furniture (door fastening), for screwing the lids of chests or boxes. You can always quickly replace the fasteners if it has become unusable, since there is no shortage of piano loops even in the smallest shops. During the selection of such a mechanism, try to pay attention to its serviceability, material of manufacture and the reputation of the manufacturer. Good luck!