Self Close vs Soft Close Hinges: Two Different Needs, Explained
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Replacing Door Hinges: 1/4 vs 5/8 Radius vs Square Corners
Quick Answer Most 4 inch residential door hinges have one of three corners: square, 1/4" radius, or 5/8" radius. A rounder hinge fits a mortise [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Why Does My Storm Door Slam Shut: Problems Explained
“I attach photos of the storm door in question. It had one self-closing arm on the bottom and this is now the third time it [...]
Glass Door Hinges: Floor Spring vs Spring Hinge Compared
Quick Answer Floor hinges (also called floor springs) are hydraulic closers set into the floor slab for center-hung or double-acting glass doors with fully concealed [...]
Stainless Steel Spring Hinges: Self-Closing Hinges for Interior and Exterior Doors
Quick Answer A stainless steel spring hinge is a self-closing hinge with a torsion spring inside the barrel, so it swings the door and closes [...]
Door Closer Replace Floor Closer: What is Your Retrofit Options When Floor Closer Fails
"Our storefront door runs on a floor closer that has been leaking oil for months. Now the door drifts open and slams shut. The installer [...]