Unlike standard rectangular doors, arched entrance doors offer an elegant and unique design to be the face of a store or building. Yet, their special design presents specific challenges, particularly when integrating self-closing mechanisms.
Balmain’s flagship store in Moscow chose arched double doors to make a stunning first impression, reinforcing its image of sophistication and style. However, the store struggled to find a practical self-closing solution. Several attempts using floor springs and traditional door closers proved disruptive to operations and clashed with the store’s design priorities.
Challenges While Closing Arched Entrance Doors
The following are some major concerns about arched entrance doors which become the reason to find the perfect spring hinges in the application.
- Unique Design Constraints: the absence of a header frame in arched doors makes traditional door closer installations impractical.
- Temperature and Ventilation Control: cold winter winds and summer heat make durability and functionality essential for stores.
- Aesthetics Preservation: it is difficult to incorporate functional hardware without disrupting the luxury or elegant appearance of the arched entrance door design.
- Disruptive Installations: conventional solutions like floor springs are intrusive to install and may interrupt daily operations.
Innovative Exterior Door Solution with Self-Closing Hinges
A combination of functionality and aesthetic appeal is what the arched entrance doors need. Waterson Hinges, designed perfectly for arched door applications, offer a self-closing solution that achieves both. For instance, the Balmain flagship store in Moscow implemented Waterson Hinges, achieving seamless and elegant entrances.
Spring-loaded Mechanism
Waterson provides entry door self-closing hinges with spring-loaded mechanism that surpass the traditional closers, ensuring arched entrance doors close perfectly every time. With adjustable closing speed and opening force, they can be altered to specific requirements.
Weatherproof and Durable
Made from marine-grade 316 stainless steel, Waterson hinges deliver exceptional corrosion resistance for long-term durability. Built for harsh environments, they perform reliably in both winter and summer, maintain functionality and need little to no maintenance over time.
Elegant Design
Beyond functionality, Waterson hinges are available in a range of PVD finishes. These finishes and the minimal design of the hinges promote the aesthetic of any door, including the arched entrance door, creating a luxurious appearance.
Waterson Spring Loaded Door Hinges for Arched Entrance Doors
Waterson spring loaded door hinges combine an overhead closer and hinge into one attractive component with optional hold-open and door-stop features. These hinges are ideal for commercial openings, gates, and glass doors. The hinges are easily installed and adjusted to comply with ADA & ICC A117.1 requirements for opening force and to assure quiet, secure closing. Made with stainless steel, Waterson soft close door hinges meet NFPA 80 and are UL 3-hour fire-rated, as well as being suitable for both interior and all-weather exterior openings. See all our features.
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Please note that Waterson closer hinges start from a size of 4″x4″. If you’re in need of smaller self-closing hinges, we’d recommend checking out some other resources! Also, we only provide single acting closer hinges. Thank you.
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