Mortise Hinge vs Surface Hinge: Key Differences and Applications
Door and gate hinges rarely make the spec sheet headline, but they’re where projects win or lose inspections. One wrong call between mortise and surface [...]
Is Spring Piano Hinge Strong Enough for Your Door?
If your door weighs more than 100 lb, can a spring piano hinge really handle it—or will it fail early? Spring piano hinges give you [...]
Floor Hinges for Glass Doors vs Glass Door Spring Hinges
When working with glass doors—whether frameless panels, aluminum frames, or glass-to-glass systems—the type of hinge you specify can affect not just how the door closes, [...]
Half Surface Hinges vs Full Surface Hinges: What to Know
Every gate hinge looks like a simple piece of metal—until you realize the wrong choice could mean sagging gates, code issues, or costly callbacks. That’s [...]
Hinges for Round Pipe: 3 Best Ways to Install
“Can self-closing hinges be attached to a circular post? Or does it need to be bent?” That’s a great question—and one we hear often from [...]
How to Specify Outdoor Hydraulic Gate Closer for Temperature Changes
“They (the closer) use oil and are hydraulic-based. Not bad for warm climates, but not great for cold. The significant disadvantage is that they must [...]
Are Self Closing and Soft Closing the Same?
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Why 120 Degree Door Opening Angle Is the Limit in Spring Hinges
“Can I use your self-closing hinges on a door that opens more than 120 degrees?” It’s a question we’ve heard often—and it’s a fair one. [...]
Do Garage Doors Need to Be Self Closing & Soft Closing
When it comes to garage entry doors—especially the one connecting your garage to your home—safety, convenience, and control are essential. Many homeowners assume that a [...]
BEST Self Closing Door Hinges Ever: How to Define
A small detail like a hinge could affect the overall perfection of your design! A wrong choice could cost you both quality and reputation. Careful [...]