NFPA 80 Residential Fire Door Requirements: 13 Point Inspection Checklist
NFPA 80 is a comprehensive standard that sets the minimum requirements for fire doors or smoke doors, and other protective openings in buildings. It covers [...]
What You Need to Know Before Replacing a Door Closer with Fire Rated Spring Hinges on a Fire Door
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
How to Choose Self Closing Hinges for Fire Rated Doors?
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
3 Foot Outdoor Gate Hinges: How Speed, Wear, and Opening Angle Matter
Recently, we received this real-world inquiry from a project in San Francisco, CA: “I’m looking for a 316 stainless closer hinge for a double gate [...]
Glass to Glass Shower Door Hinges: What Stops Slipping Issues
“I’m having an issue with glass-to-glass shower door hinges slipping in my steam shower and sauna. Everything is aligned and tight at room temperature, but [...]
Cold Weather Gate Hinges: How Waterson Performs in Winter
When winter comes, temperatures drop—and outdoor fence gates start to behave differently. Wood absorbs moisture and swells, metal contracts slightly, and hardware components shift under [...]
Best ADA Gate Closer in California: Key Features for Long Term Use
A sagging outdoor gate, a pool enclosure that won’t close cleanly, or a coastal project where the closer failed after one season—these are not installation [...]
A Guide to ADA Door Requirements
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is pivotal in guaranteeing access for individuals with disabilities, directly influencing door hardware selections. ADA guidelines dictate specific parameters [...]
120 Degree Door Stop: Let’s Control Swing Without Closers
What if a project calls for a heavy door that needs controlled swing but no self-closing or soft-closing function? Some special applications—such as this hospital [...]
The 2026 Look: Black Door with Black Hardware
Nowadays, more people prefer a bold, minimalist design for their property and spaces, and black has become the go-to color. This aesthetic preference is driving [...]