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* Continuous Hinges, which run the entire length of the door (also known as a "Piano Hinge")
* Concealed Hinges used for furniture doors (with or without self closing feature, with or without dampening systems) they are made of 2 parts, 1 part is the hinge cup and the arm, the other part is the mounting plate.
*Butterfly or Parliament (UK) Hinge. These were known as Dovetail hinges from the 17th century onwards and can be found on old desks and cabinets from about 1670 until the 18th century. The form of these hinges varied slightly between manufacturers and their size ranged from the very large for heavy doors to the tiniest decorative hinge for use on jewellery caskets. Many of this type of hinge were exported to America to support the home trade's limited supply. They are still found to be both fairly cheap and decorative, especially on small items.
Other types include:
*Counterflap Hinge
*Flush Hinge
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