Commercial Hinge Template: Why Waterson Hinge Gauge is Thicker, and What to Check Before a Retrofit
"The hinges were not a direct replacement to my existing 4 inch hinges. The bolt pattern was different. This caused me to drill and tap [...]
Which Self Closing Glass Clamp Hinges Suit Frameless Commercial Door Systems?
A frameless door has no rail for an overhead closer and no stile to carry the load, so self closing glass clamp hinges have to [...]
Which Commercial Door Hinges Are Best for High Traffic Entrances in Canada?
"We're fitting out the main entrance on a mid-rise in Calgary. 3070 hollow metal pair, roughly 220 lbs per leaf, barrier-free path, and the owner [...]
Residential Soft Close Front Door Hinges: How to Choose, Install & Adjust the Right Hinge for Your Home
Your front door is usually the heaviest door in your home and the one you use the most. Every time it slams, the impact goes [...]
How to Choose All Glass Door Hinges for Self Closing and Hold Open on Aluminum Framing
"I need 36x96 all-glass doors attached to aluminum framing. Self closing with hold open on 2 doors. Black finish." An all-glass door has no top [...]
Door Closer Replace Floor Closer: What is Your Retrofit Options When Floor Closer Fails
"Our storefront door runs on a floor closer that has been leaking oil for months. Now the door drifts open and slams shut. The installer [...]
Can Waterson Self Closing Gate Hinges Work on a Chain Link Fence
"Hi, we're closing out a commercial lot and the spec calls for self closing hinges on the entry gates. These are customized metal gates: a [...]
Waterson Self Closing Hinges Canada Policy
Waterson provides self-closing hinges for architectural and construction projects across Canada. Below is an overview of how we support Canadian customers, from shipping and certification [...]
Retrofit: Is Your Standard Hinge Clearance Enough for the Waterson Hinge Barrel
"I bought these to replace standard 4 inch hinges, which, when open are 4 inches wide x 4 high. The Waterson hinges are 4 5/16 [...]
Swing Clear Hinge Retrofit: Can a Right Hand Unit Work on a Left Hand Door
"Hi Waterson Team, we received only right hand hinges for the off set hinges. Is there a way to make this work?" A swing clear [...]