Aligned Hinges vs Staggered Hinges: A Comparison of Screw Hole Patterns
When sourcing replacement hinges, most buyers check size, radius, and finish, then assume the screw holes will simply line up. In practice, the screw hole [...]
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 [...]
Why Won’t My Self Closing Door Hinges Close in Cold Weather
Quick Answer An exterior door that closes fine in summer but won't latch in winter is usually affected by two things: weather stripping that stiffens [...]
Do Garage Doors Need to Be Self Closing and Soft Closing? Code + Safety
Quick Answer Yes, in most U.S. jurisdictions. The 2021 IRC (R302.5.1) requires the door between an attached garage and the house to be self-latching and [...]
Garage Door Closer: Built for Safety, Designed for Real Life
Quick Answer Yes, garage-to-house doors are required to be self-closing in most jurisdictions under NFPA 80, as they serve as a fire barrier between the [...]
Spring Hinges vs Door Closers: Pros, Cons & Cost Compared
Quick Answer Spring hinges mount on the door edge like regular hinges, cost less, and stay invisible, but basic models can slam the door. Overhead [...]
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 [...]
Soft Closing Hinges: 9 Most Frequently Asked Questions
Since the AIA in 2018, there has been an increased interest in Waterson hinges for many different projects. We have been inundated with questions by [...]
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 [...]
Hydraulic Self Closing Hinges: How They Work & How to Choose
Quick Answer Hydraulic self-closing hinges close a door automatically and control its speed so it never slams. Waterson builds this as a Hydraulic Hybrid set: [...]