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Pivot Opener

Photo credit: James Krenov

Coming up with a suitable door pull is a challenge. A misstep can detract from a carefully chosen door.

Pivot Opener

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jk-19xx-pieces-pivot_opener
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James Krenov
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James Krenov
Different cabinet, same idea. Push on the exposed lever end.
James Krenov
The other pivot end pushes the door open far enough to get fingers inside.
James Krenov
James Krenov
The pivot pin retainer is barely evident.
James Krenov
A shim of a thickness to match door spacing plus a shaving or two controls the height of the door riser.
James Krenov
With the shim in place, the riser is clamped down. A careful filing brings the riser to the desired height.
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