Anti-slam safety hinges wanted for kids toy box - Where sells them?

BigAde

I've been given a large old kids toy box by someone. It's in great condition, just needs new hinges fitted. No problem, but to save the kids fingers, I want to fit the anti-slam type hinges you can get. I've seen and used them before, so know they exist. I've been to nearly all my local DIY stores and can't see them anywhere... I've even Googled for a good while and can only find sites in the US that sell them.

It can't be THAT difficult surely? Perhaps I'm just being thick ?
Can anyone suggest where I might find some?

Thanks in advance to anyone who can help!!!

Not sure if this is the right place to post, so mods please feel free to move to "In my home" or wherever is most appropriate. Thanks.

cheekymole

Ikea sell a good range of child safety stuff but not sure if they sell these

BigAde

Thanks... not thought about Ikea, but there's no store anywhere near me unfortunately. I guess I need some sort of specialist hardware store. ???

unsure

Mothercare?

firespire

BigAde wrote:

I want to fit the anti-slam type hinges you can get.

I'm not quite sure what you mean by "anti slam" does this lock the lid up or does it cushion the fall of the lid?

What ever you are after they will not be called a "hinge" but a "stay".

Look for specialist woodwork suppliers such as -

http://www.isaaclord.co.uk should sell what you are after, you can search by text on the website but I think easier to GO HERE and flick through the catalogue pages.

http://www.woodfit.com Try here too

and maybe http://www.screwfix.com/ or ebay?

BigAde

Thanks firespire...sorry for the delay in replying... been away!

Yes, you're absolutely right, a stay is what I'm thinking of.... When I've used them in the past they just came all together in a "safety hinge" pack. All I need them to do is act as a "brake" to prevent the lid slamming shut on the kiddies fingers... don't need it to lock into position or anything like that.

Thanks for the links...
This is what I'm after...
http://www.woodfit.com/product_info.php?products_id=904&Name=Fall+Flap+Adjustable+Braking+Stay++-+L%2FHand

Thanks again... will order one. :beer: