RE: Install of hinges
I like hinge points too.
What I do is to dab the hinge area with Vaseline (it doesn't take much), then heat it with a match or heat gun so it melts into the hinge. When it cools, it returns to its jelly-like state so it won't run onto the gluing area.
Now you can install them with your glue of choice and the glue won't get into the hinge.