Different Types of Gate Hinges Explanation: A Focus on Self Closing Solutions
Quick Answer Heavy duty gate hinges come in three main styles: half surface hinges, best for half doors up to 150lbs with ADA compliant vertical [...]
Stainless Steel Spring Hinge that Meets Your Needs
Quick Answer Stainless steel spring hinges combine a hinge and door closer into one self closing unit, essential for fire safety, security, and convenience. Waterson [...]
Different Types of Door Hinges Explained: Which One Suits Your Space Best?
Quick Answer Door hinges come in three main types: heavy duty stainless steel hinges, ideal for commercial and fire rated doors, supporting up to 440lbs [...]
How to Select Between Aluminum and Stainless Steel Hinges for Exterior Wooden Door
"I have a 3070 outdoor wood door, and I'm unsure which hinge material I should choose, stainless steel or aluminum. Do you have any suggestions?" [...]
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, [...]
Waterson Heavy Duty Weld on Gate Hinges: Coastal Ideal Solution!
Quick Answer Weld on gate hinges are the ideal solution for heavy, coastal, or pool side gates, where both strength and corrosion resistance matter. Waterson's [...]
4 Inch Self Closing Door Hinges Satisfy Many Residential Uses
Quick Answer Waterson's 4 inch self closing door hinges are designed for residential use, fitting modern door and frame patterns with round or square corner [...]
Door Hinge Size Explained: What Size Door Hinges do I Need
Quick Answer Door hinge size depends on door type and weight. Residential interior doors typically use 4in hinges, standard commercial doors use 4.5in, heavy commercial [...]
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 [...]