Installing Frameless Shower Door Hinges: Step by Step with Waterson Hinges
"Do Waterson have frameless glass hinges? Can you send me a guide on how to install them for my shower door?" The answer is yes, [...]
What Is a Door Coordinator? How It Works and When You Need One
Quick Answer A door coordinator controls the closing sequence of double doors, ensuring the inactive leaf closes first so the active leaf can latch correctly. [...]
Why are Self Closing Fire Door Hinges Critical for Achieving Building Safety
Quick Answer Yes, fire doors are required to be self-closing under NFPA 80. They must close and latch reliably from fully open, with most jurisdictions [...]
Door Hinge Maintenance: How to Extend Your Door Performance Lifespan by 3x
Most people never think about their door hinges until something goes wrong. The door starts squeaking. It drags on the floor. It swings too fast [...]
Five Standards, One Hinge: ADA + NFPA 80 + UL Listed + UL Tested + ICC A117.1
A fire door in a hospital corridor should answer to five authorities, not just one. The fire marshal wants positive latching every time. The ADA [...]
Metal Dutch Door with Stainless Steel Hinges for Industrial Use
Quick Answer Waterson sells hinges only, not doors. If you need a Dutch door, please contact a local door supplier. Metal Dutch doors are preferred [...]
Black Glass Door Hinges: When Aesthetic Meets Control
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
What Are the Most Common Issues With Storm Door and How do Waterson Hinges Fix Them
Quick Answer The most common issues with storm door hinges self closing include door slamming from wind gusts, sagging hinges, latches not catching, and closer [...]
How to Fix a Door Not Closing Flush: Causes, Fixes & When to Upgrade
Quick Answer A door that won't close flush is usually caused by loose hinge screws, a misaligned strike plate, swollen wood, or in high-rise buildings, [...]
Anti Slam Door With Heavy Duty Soft Close Door Hinges
Anti-slam door hardware is designed to prevent doors from slamming shut. It’s a great feature in homes, especially with children, as they protect little fingers [...]