Door Closer vs Spring Hinges: How to Save Time and Money in Large Project
Quick Answer Traditional door stops pose a child safety risk because their rubber covers can be pulled off and become a choking hazard, and wall [...]
Spring Loaded Hydraulic Door Hinge vs Traditional Door Closer: What’s The Difference
Quick Answer Spring loaded hydraulic hinges and traditional overhead door closers both self close a door, but they differ most in placement and looks, hinges [...]
Staggered Door Hinges: What They Are and When You Need Them
"I need 4 hinges for this door. It's less than 1 mile from the ocean. The door is very heavy, 150-200 lbs. They are 4" [...]
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 [...]
Why Public Restroom Door Hinges Need to Be Self Closing, Soft Closing, and ADA Compliant
Picture this: a wheelchair user trying to enter a public restroom on their own. One hand is on the wheel, the other has to pull [...]
Exceptional Application of Heavy Duty Cafe Door Hinges
Note The cafe doors referenced on this page are single-action doors, meaning they swing in one direction only. Waterson hinges are designed to support single-action [...]
Apartment Entry Door Hinges: A 208 Door Fire Code Compliance Retrofit at Palo Alto Plaza
Project Snapshot Feature Specification Client ACCO Management Co., Facility Owner & Manager Property Palo Alto Plaza — 541 Del Medio Ave, Mountain View, CA [...]
How to Select Residential Heavy Duty Gate Hinges for Long Term Outdoor Use
Your gate gets used every single day. It swings open when you leave for work, closes behind your kids running to the backyard, and stays [...]
6 Features to Choose Commercial Fire Door Closer
"We need a fire door closer for our commercial building that meets code, but still allows the door to stay open during business hours." This [...]
Hydraulic Hinges for Doors: Spring Loaded vs Traditional (2026 Guide)
Quick Answer Hydraulic door hinges use built-in oil resistance to control closing speed and prevent slamming. Unlike traditional hinges, they can be configured for damping [...]