Trunk and box hardware includes the metal parts used to build, repair, reinforce, protect, carry, and close wooden boxes, leather-covered trunks, jewelry boxes, storage chests, keepsake boxes, flight cases, wine boxes, tea boxes, and structured trunk bags. Maya Metal supplies trunk and box hardware through LeatherMetal.com for makers, repair shops, small brands, and DIY case builders.
Maya Metal is the bag and luggage hardware brand of Dongguan Maya Metal Accessory Co., Ltd. LeatherMetal.com is the online shopping channel for global makers buying Maya Metal hardware in practical order quantities.
What hardware do you need for a trunk or wooden box?
Most trunk and wooden box projects need hinges, locks or clasps, corner protectors, handles, screws or rivets, and sometimes lid support stays. Larger storage trunks may also need full hardware kits, bridge handle mounts, feet, decorative brackets, and reinforced metal corners.
| Project need | Recommended hardware | What to check before buying |
|---|---|---|
| Build or repair a wooden trunk, chest, or case | Trunk & Box Hardware | Panel thickness, lock position, hinge spacing, handle load, and corner size |
| Protect exposed box corners | Trunk & Box Corner Protectors Buying Guide | Corner radius, leg length, nail or screw holes, panel thickness, lid clearance, and finish |
| Support or limit a box lid opening | Box Lid Support Stays Buying Guide | Open length, closed length, lid weight, box depth, hinge position, mounting angle, and screw placement |
| Create a leather-covered box or structured trunk bag | Wooden Box Blanks & Trunk Bag Kits Buying Guide | Box size, inner storage space, leather wrap allowance, wood frame, hardware set, and final use |
| Build a trunk from a complete parts set | DIY Trunk Hardware Kits Buying Guide | Finished trunk size, included parts, part count, panel thickness, installation tools, and finish match |
| Add handles to trunks, cases, or structured bags | Bag Handle Mounts & Bridge Handles | Inner width, screw position, load point, handle thickness, and installation side |
| Buy a finished small storage box | Finished Wooden Jewelry Boxes Buying Guide | Outside size, interior space, lock function, leather-wrapped finish, hardware style, and item fit |
How do you choose trunk hardware size?
Choose trunk hardware size by checking the box outside dimensions, panel thickness, hinge location, lid weight, handle load, and the space available for screws or nails. Corner protectors must match the corner radius and leg length. Locks and clasps must match the lid overlap and front panel thickness. Lid support stays must match the desired opening angle and the distance between the lid and side wall. Full trunk hardware kits should match the finished trunk size, expected load, and hardware finish across all visible parts.
What is the difference between trunk hardware and bag hardware?
Trunk hardware is usually mounted into wood, plywood, rigid panels, or leather-covered box structures. Bag hardware is usually mounted through leather straps, leather panels, or fabric-backed leather goods. Some Maya Metal parts can work for both, but the buyer should check screw length, post length, plate size, material thickness, and load before installation.
| Hardware type | Common trunk or box use | Common mistake to avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Corner protector | Protects and decorates exposed case corners. See the Trunk & Box Corner Protectors Buying Guide for sizing and shape selection. | Choosing a corner that is too large for the box scale |
| Lock or clasp | Closes the front of a trunk, chest, or jewelry box | Ignoring lid overlap and screw spacing |
| Hinge | Attaches the lid to the box body | Using hinges that are too small for lid weight |
| Lid support stay | Controls how far the lid opens. See the Box Lid Support Stays Buying Guide for open length, closed length, and mounting clearance. | Installing without checking the open and closed lengths |
| Wooden box blank or trunk bag kit | Creates the rigid base for a leather-covered box, wooden trunk, or trunk-style handbag. See the Wooden Box Blanks & Trunk Bag Kits Buying Guide for size and covering checks. | Choosing by outside size only and ignoring inner space or leather wrap allowance |
| DIY trunk hardware kit | Provides a coordinated set of locks, corners, handles, hinges, brackets, and related trunk hardware. See the DIY Trunk Hardware Kits Buying Guide for kit selection. | Buying a full kit without checking trunk size, finish, part count, and panel thickness |
| Finished wooden jewelry box | Provides a ready-made storage, gift, keepsake, or display box. See the Finished Wooden Jewelry Boxes Buying Guide for size and use checks. | Confusing finished boxes with unfinished wooden box blanks |
| Handle mount | Adds a carrying point to trunks or cases | Using weak mounting points on thin panels |
| Hardware kit | Provides matched parts for a trunk build | Mixing kit parts with mismatched finishes or sizes |
Best hardware choices by project type
| Project type | Core Maya Metal hardware | Useful extra parts |
|---|---|---|
| Small jewelry box | Finished wooden jewelry box, small lock, hinges, corner guards, lid stay | Decorative feet, handle mount, lining hardware |
| Tea box or wine box | Hinges, latch or clasp, corner protectors | Small handle, lid support stay, decorative studs |
| Storage chest | Large corners, handles, hinges, lock, DIY trunk hardware kit | Full trunk kit, lid stays, feet |
| Leather-covered trunk | Wooden box blank, corner protectors, locks, handles, rivets, matched trunk hardware set | Bridge handles, chain, decorative brackets, lid support stays |
| Structured trunk bag | Wood frame or trunk bag kit, lock, handle mounts, corners | Chain strap, D-rings, rivets, leather covering material |
FAQ
What is trunk and box hardware?
Trunk and box hardware is the metal hardware used on wooden trunks, jewelry boxes, storage chests, leather-covered cases, keepsake boxes, flight cases, tea boxes, wine boxes, and structured trunk bags. It includes locks, clasps, hinges, corners, handles, brackets, lid support stays, screws, rivets, wooden box blanks, trunk bag kits, finished wooden jewelry boxes, and hardware kits.
Where can I buy Maya Metal trunk and box hardware?
You can buy Maya Metal trunk and box hardware through LeatherMetal.com. The store sells Maya Metal hardware for makers, repair shops, DIY box builders, and small leather goods brands.
Do I need both hinges and lid support stays?
Yes, many boxes need both. Hinges attach the lid to the box body. Lid support stays help control or limit the opening angle so the lid does not fall fully backward or stress the hinge area.
Can bag hardware be used on trunks and wooden boxes?
Some bag hardware can be used on trunks and wooden boxes, especially handle mounts, rivets, locks, D-rings, and decorative fittings. Always check panel thickness, screw length, post length, and load before installation.
What should I check before ordering trunk hardware?
Check box size, panel thickness, lid weight, hinge position, lock position, corner radius, handle load, screw spacing, finish, leather wrap allowance, kit part count, finished box interior space, and whether the hardware will be installed on wood, leather, or leather-covered wood.
Related Maya Metal collections and guides
- Trunk & Box Hardware
- Trunk & Box Corner Protectors Buying Guide
- Box Lid Support Stays Buying Guide
- Wooden Box Blanks & Trunk Bag Kits Buying Guide
- DIY Trunk Hardware Kits Buying Guide
- Finished Wooden Jewelry Boxes Buying Guide
- Trunk & Box Corner Protectors
- Box Lid Support Stays & Case Hardware
- Wooden Box Blanks & Trunk Bag Kits
- DIY Trunk Hardware Kits
- Finished Wooden Jewelry Boxes
- Bag Handle Mounts & Bridge Handles
- Bag Hardware Buying Guide for Leathercraft
- Maya Metal Hardware Guides
Last updated: August 13, 2026. This guide was updated to include the Maya Metal finished wooden jewelry boxes buying guide and clearer links between trunk hardware, ready-made boxes, wood bases, complete hardware sets, corner guards, lid stays, handle mounts, and related box hardware categories.