5 Warning Signs a Fire Door Spring Hinge Is About to Fail Inspection
Fire door spring hinges are easy to overlook until inspection day arrives and a deficiency report lands on your desk. NFPA 80 §5.2.1 requires every [...]
How Security Door Hinges Prevent Unauthorized Entry in High Traffic Facilities
"When most people think about door security, they think about locks. But a lock is only as effective as the door it is mounted on." [...]
A Guide to Waterson Self Closing Outdoor Gate Hinges: Pool, Garden, Driveway & Industrial Applications
"Choosing the right gate hinge comes down to four things: gate type, environment, weight capacity, and code compliance." In case you are uncertain about how [...]
Heavy Duty Weldable Gate Hinges: Are You Spec’ing the Right One?
"I'm looking for a self-closing, weldable gate hinge that can support at least 200 lbs per pair and is reasonably priced." If you've spent any [...]
How to Provide Your Frameless Glass Door Information to Waterson to Get Product Recommendations
If you're new to Waterson Hinges and not sure how to get started, this page is for you. We get a lot of inquiries every [...]
How to Provide Your Gate Information to Waterson to Get Product Recommendations
If you're new to Waterson Hinges and not sure how to get started, this page is for you. We get a lot of inquiries every [...]
How to Provide Your Door Information to Waterson to Get Product Recommendations
If you're new to Waterson Hinges and not sure how to get started, this page is for you. We get a lot of inquiries every [...]
Black Hinges on White Doors: How the High Contrast Hardware Combination Works
"We're updating our entryway white shaker doors throughout. Everyone keeps saying go matte black for the hinges, but I want to make sure I'm not [...]
Glass Gate Hinges: How to Choose the Right Type for Outdoor & Pool Applications
Glass gates sound like a great idea due to their clean and modern look—until you think about the risks. They’re fragile, hard to control, and [...]
K51M vs K51MP: Which Stainless Steel Exterior Door Hinges Work Best for Your Shower or Exterior Door?
Quick Answer The difference is K51M is a full mortise with no weather cap, while K51MP has a screw-on weather cap on top. The cap [...]