door hinges Archives | OneMonroe https://monroeengineering.com/blog/tag/door-hinges/ Blog Sat, 30 May 2026 09:36:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 What Causes Door Hinges to Rust? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/what-causes-door-hinges-to-rust/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:32:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23140 Have you noticed rust buildup on one or more of your door hinges? Rust is more than just an aesthetic issue; it can affect a hinge’s performance. Rusty door hinges may squeak, stick or experience excess friction. If left unchecked, … Read More

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]]> How to Adjust a Sagging Door https://monroeengineering.com/blog/how-to-adjust-a-sagging-door/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:57:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22961 Are you dealing with a sagging door? Whether interior or exterior, a properly installed door should be parallel to the floor. Over time, however, doors can begin to sag. Rather than being parallel to the floor, they’ll tilt down at … Read More

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]]> The Beginner’s Guide to Zinc-Plated Door Hinges https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-zinc-plated-door-hinges/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:54:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22675 Zinc-plated door hinges are commonly used in residential homes and commercial buildings alike. Like all hinges, they act as pivot points. Hinges allow objects to rotate from an adjacent surface to which they are connected. Doors, for instance, can rotate … Read More

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]]> Door Hinges: What Is Hinge Radius and Why Does It Matter? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/door-hinges-what-is-hinge-radius-and-why-does-it-matter/ Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:47:18 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22109 When shopping for door hinges, you may come across the term “hinge radius.” It’s a key specification for rounded door hinges. Some door hinges have a 1/4 inch radius, whereas others have a 5/8 inch radius. To learn more about … Read More

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]]> 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Installing Door Hinges https://monroeengineering.com/blog/5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-installing-door-hinges/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:12:50 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21823 Doors rely on hinges to open and close properly. While available in different styles, all door hinges function as mechanical bearings. They feature two leafs and a knuckle. The knuckle rotates to allow for a limited angle of rotation. Below … Read More

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]]> Understanding Hinge Binding and What Causes It https://monroeengineering.com/blog/understanding-hinge-binding-and-what-causes-it/ Mon, 12 May 2025 06:15:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21549 It’s frustrating when you install a new door hinge, only to discover that the door will no longer fully open or close. Door hinges should facilitate a smooth opening and closing action. If you encounter resistance, you may be dealing … Read More

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]]> 5 Things to Consider When Choosing Door Hinges https://monroeengineering.com/blog/5-things-to-consider-when-choosing-door-hinges/ Mon, 16 Jan 2023 10:29:06 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=16369 Hinges are commonly used to connect doors to frames. Typically consisting of two leafs and a pin-secured knuckle, they allow for a limited angle of rotation. You can connect a door to the surrounding frame with a set of hinges. … Read More

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]]> Do Doors Need 2 Hinges or 3 Hinges? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/do-doors-need-2-hinges-or-3-hinges/ Tue, 08 Mar 2022 10:28:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=14227 When installing a door, you might be wondering whether to use two hinges or three hinges. Hinges, of course, allow doors to swing open. They feature two leafs and a knuckle. By connecting a door to the frame with a … Read More

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]]> The Beginner’s Guide to Spring Door Hinges https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-spring-door-hinges/ Fri, 30 Jul 2021 10:24:50 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=9752 One of the most common applications for hinges is doors. Doors are connected to frames by a hinge. With a hinge, you can pull a door open and away from the frame to which it’s connected. Some door hinges, however, … Read More

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