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What Are Soft-Close Hinges and How Do They Work?
When upgrading doors, gates, cabinets or access panels with hinges, you may want to use soft-close hinges. Hinges are mechanical bearings that allow for a limited angle of rotation with the surface on which they are installed. They typically consist … Read More
What Is the Paint Clearance of a Hinge?
If you’re planning to paint over a hinge, you should make sure it has a paint clearance. Hinges are commonly used on doors, gates, cabinets and access panels. Once installed, they allow for a limited angle of rotation. As you … Read More
Light-Duty vs Heavy-Duty Hinges: What’s the Difference?
When shopping for hinges, you may come across the terms “light duty” and “heavy duty.” All hinges are mechanical bearings that connect two or more objects while allowing for a limited angle of rotation. They typically feature two leafs that, … Read More
The Beginner’s Guide to Flag Hinges
When shopping for hinges, you may come across flag hinges. Also known as double-acting hinges, they are commonly used on doors and gates. Once installed, flag hinges will allow the door or gate to swing open. Unless you’ve used them … Read More
What Are Staked Hinges?
Hinges are available in many different styles. There are butt hinges consisting of two leafs and an interconnected knuckle, loose joint hinges consisting of a fixed pin in one leaf, continuous hinges consisting of long leafs that span the entire … Read More
5 Types of Corrosion-Resistant Hinges
When choosing hinges for a humid or moist environment, you should consider the degree to which it’s protected from corrosion. Most hinges are made of metal. Exposure to moisture can trigger oxidation that degrades or destroys the hinge. Some hinges, … Read More
How to Remove a Door Hinge
Are you struggling to remove a door hinge? Maybe you want to take down the door so that you move a large piece of furniture through the doorway, or perhaps you want to reposition the hinge. Fortunately, door hinges are … Read More