Incredibly basic box hinge question

[Aram]

Have small Brusso box hinges. On the edge with the pin, one leaf has two outer tabs, and of course the other has one in the middle. Is there a conventional orientation? Which side goes on the box, and which on the lid?

[Phil S.]

I don't think there is an up or a down, but I think I'd put the two tab side on the box just cuz it seems right.

The Brusso web site doesn't specify, but if you really want a clear conscience, they say-

Should you require further assistance please contact customer service and we will do our best to help.

BRUSSO HARDWARE LLC 67 – 69 GREYLOCK AVENUE BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109 T 212-337-8510 F 212-337-9840 E INFO@BRUSSO.COM

[Aram]

Thanks. I'm sure it's just an aesthetic thing, but like having half-pins on the outside of your dovetails, maybe everyone does it a certain way. I agree, two on the box sorta seems right.

[John Mihich]

LIL

Only you will notice. Once out of your hands the person receiving it will not be anywhere are critical as the maker.

[AHill]

I'm not sure it makes any difference as long as they are the same on both sides. That said, their product sheets show the two-tabbed side on the bottom.