Waterproof Hinges: The End of Rust and Gate Failures in Humidity
You’re managing gates in a high-humidity, high-chlorine environment — a water-park ride entrance, a service access, or a perimeter barrier. Then it happens — one [...]
Outdoor Shower Door Hinges: Why They Sag & What Will Last
It happens all the time. A client’s outdoor shower door hinges looks perfect in the drawings—sleek lines, stainless accents, minimal framing—but three months later, it [...]
Mortise Hinge vs Surface Hinge: Key Differences and Applications
Door and gate hinges rarely make the spec sheet headline, but they’re where projects win or lose inspections. One wrong call between mortise and surface [...]
BEST Self Closing Door Hinges Ever: How to Define
A small detail like a hinge could affect the overall perfection of your design! A wrong choice could cost you both quality and reputation. Careful [...]
Why Waterson Works Only for Side-Swing Horizontal Door Hinges
“Hello Waterson team, Wondering if any of your soft closing hinges are suitable for horizontal installation. The range of motion is between 20 and 8 [...]
How to Adjust Glass Door Hinges When Door not Close Fully
“We had a glass door installed with self-closing hinges about 3 1/2 years ago. The door at first banged so hard on closing it vibrated [...]
ADA Compliance in Sauna Door Hinges: Essential or Optional?
When we think about a sauna, we imagine the scent of cedar, the hiss of steam, and a space designed for total relaxation. However, behind [...]
3 Types of Door Locks That Don’t Go Well with Waterson Hinges
Waterson self closing door hinges are engineered for smooth, controlled, and ADA-compliant door movement. However, not all types of door locks pair well with their [...]
What Is the ADA Limit for Commercial Self-Closing Door Hinges
A recent customer from Waterson raised a common challenge with self-closing hinges for outward-opening doors. He mentioned the issue is his door does not fully [...]
2024 FEMA Policy: Buy America Requirements for Infrastructure and Hardware Manufacturers
FEMA’s latest Buy America policy is changing the game for hardware manufacturers. To stay eligible for FEMA funding, manufacturers must navigate specific compliance requirements, explore [...]