The 2026 Look: Black Door with Black Hardware
Nowadays, more people prefer a bold, minimalist design for their property and spaces, and black has become the go-to color. This aesthetic preference is driving [...]
Hinge Back Plate: How to Mount Side Mount Hinges on the Wall
When a gate has no post, and all you see is a 1-1/2" stainless steel tube welded into a cable-railing frame, the mounting challenge becomes [...]
Anti Slam Door With Heavy Duty Soft Close Door Hinges
Anti-slam door hardware is designed to prevent doors from slamming shut. It’s a great feature in homes especially with children, as they protect little fingers [...]
Wall to Glass Hinges Applications: How to Define the Right Hinge
From shower doors and office room doors to storefront entrances and modern glass gates, wall-mounted glass door hinges are now widely used. As wall-to-glass hinges [...]
Why 0–120° Is the Optimal Door Opening Angle for Waterson 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. In architectural hardware, the [...]
Fire Rated Door Closer with Hold Open: Can They Go Together
When someone asks for a fire rated door closer with hold open, the conflict is built into the request. Most people don’t live in NFPA [...]
Why Do Pool Gate Hinges Rust So Fast
If your pool area gate looks spotless but the hinge is covered in orange rust, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common [...]
Counter Swing Door Hinges: Why Hinge Fails & What Will Last
When a counter swing door refuses to stay controlled, swings too fast, slams shut, or becomes unsafe for staff and customers, the issue isn’t the [...]
Mechanical Brake vs Hydraulic Brake: Key Differences Explained
Recently, during a customer visit, a facility manager asked a great question. They were upgrading several doors in a mixed-use building and noticed that our [...]
Glass Door Hinges Types: Which One Fit Your Application
Why do so many office glass doors start dragging or cracking after just a few months? Often, it’s not the glass—it’s the hinge. The wrong [...]