Hinges for Narrow Doors: How to Find the Best Hinge for 2ft Door
Narrow doors, like 12", 18", or 24" wide, need hardware that fits their scale, whether indoors or out. But rooftop applications add another layer: the [...]
Door Hinge Size Explained: What Size Door Hinges do I Need
A right hinge size depends on alignment between several factors: Door weight Door height Traffic frequency Code or fire-rating requirements For self closing door hinge [...]
Why Is My Garage Door Not Closing in Cold Weather: Weather Stripping Problems Explained
Recently, we have heard this question quite often from homeowners, inspectors, and contractors in colder regions: We have a very cold winter and the weather [...]
How to Remove a Door Hinge Pin: A Step by Step Guide
Whether you're taking down a door for painting, fixing a squeak, or clearing space for a large piece of furniture, removing the hinge pins is [...]
High Wind Door Closer: How to Stop Door Slamming and Being Snatched Open?
A residential customer in Melbourne, Australia, recently contacted us with a common but serious problem. “I'm with a community group and we have just completed [...]
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 Full Lite Door Hinges Operate Smoothly in High Traffic Hotels
A full lite door features a large glass panel that occupies 75% or more of the door's surface area. They are much preferred in commercial [...]
What Is the Best Metal Post to Wood Gate Hinge for Heavy Marine Environment Gates?
“We need 3 hinge sets for gate hinges, flat black finish, for salt/marine environment. The gate thickness we have is 2” thick, and the jamb [...]
Can Powder Coated Door Hinges Be Disassembled Without Damage?
We are on a tight schedule and need a specific color match for our project and hoping to have our powdercoater do this quickly for [...]
How to Stop Wood Veneer Door Slamming and Edge Cracking
Wood veneer doors often look flawless on drawings. However, once installed and placed into daily use, performance issues begin to appear. Over time, doors may [...]