How to Stop a Door From Swinging Open
In high-traffic projects, when a door swings open on its own, it can create serious trouble. It disrupts daily use, and worse—bam!—the door can slam [...]
Can a Tension Hinge Hold a Door Open? When to Specify a Hold Open Hinge
Quick Answer No. Waterson closer hinges are spring-powered self-closing hinges, not friction hinges, so tightening the speed control will not make a door stay at [...]
Piston Closers vs Screen Door Closers: What’s the Real Difference?
So what actually separates a piston closer from a screen door closer? And more importantly, if you're a homeowner who's tired of dealing with [...]
How to Fix Spring Hinges (and When Fixing Isn’t Enough)
Quick Answer Yes, many spring hinge problems like slamming and vibration can be fixed by lubricating, adjusting tension, or re-aligning the door, but traditional spring [...]
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 [...]
ADA Shower Room Requirements Explained
Quick Answer An ADA transfer shower must be exactly 36" x 36" with a 36-inch entry. A standard roll-in shower must be at least 30" [...]
Which Residential Door Hinges Do U.S. OEMs Choose for Upscale Interior Doors
Quick Answer For upscale interior doors, U.S. manufacturers specify residential door hinges in a 4″ x 4″ full mortise, Grade 1 format, sized to the [...]
Custom Self Closing Hinges for Prehung Door Manufacturers
A prehung door is sold as a finished, ready-to-hang unit, yet its hinges are usually the one part left builder-grade. The moment a buyer asks [...]
How to Choose Iron Gate Closer for Maximum Property Safety
Quick Answer Choose a gate closer rated for the gate’s weight and size, with adjustable closing force and speed, stainless steel construction, and a mounting [...]
Spring Loaded Door Hinges for Multifamily Residential Buildings
For multifamily buildings, specify self-closing spring hinges listed for use on fire-rated doors and adjustable to ADA closing speed and opening force. They replace a [...]