Hinges Archives | OneMonroe https://monroeengineering.com/blog/tag/hinges/ Blog Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:05:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 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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]]> When Should You Use Concealed Hinges? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/when-should-you-use-concealed-hinges/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:49:44 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22923 Choosing the right type of hinge is important. All hinges are mechanical bearings. They join two objects while allowing for an angle of rotation between the objects. There are different types of hinges, however, such as concealed hinges. Concealed hinges … Read More

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]]> When to Use a Piano Hinge Over Multiple Standard Hinges https://monroeengineering.com/blog/when-to-use-a-piano-hinge-over-multiple-standard-hinges/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:08:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22728 You don’t always have to install multiple standard hinges. An alternative solution is to use a single piano hinge. Also known as continuous hinges, piano hinges are characterized by a long length. They are available in different materials, such as … Read More

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]]> Hinges: How Pin Diameter Affects Hinge Strength https://monroeengineering.com/blog/hinges-how-pin-diameter-affects-hinge-strength/ Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:37:02 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=22261 You can’t ignore the pin diameter when shopping for hinges. With the exception of specialized hinges, such as living hinges, most hinges have a pin. It consists of a long cylindrical rod that holds the two leafs together to form … Read More

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]]> Hinge Accessories: What You Need to Know https://monroeengineering.com/blog/hinge-accessories-what-you-need-to-know/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:01:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21946 Hinges facilitate the movement of many common objects. They are found on doors, cabinets, access panels, lids, appliances and more. While most hinges consist of two leafs and a pin, however, they support a variety of accessories, including the following. … Read More

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]]> Lubricating Hinges: What You Should Know https://monroeengineering.com/blog/lubricating-hinges-what-you-should-know/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 06:41:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21893 From doors and gates to cabinets, access panels and more, hinges play an important role in many everyday objects. They are used to join two or more objects while allowing for a limited angle of rotation. As mechanical bearings, however, … Read More

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]]> 5 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Door Hinges https://monroeengineering.com/blog/5-signs-its-time-to-replace-your-door-hinges/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:42:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21683 Door hinges don’t last forever. Over time, they can degrade to the point where they no longer facilitate the smooth opening and closing of doors. When this occurs, you may want to replace them with a new set of door … Read More

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]]> Hinges: Understanding End Play and What It Means https://monroeengineering.com/blog/hinges-understanding-end-play-and-what-it-means/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 08:41:15 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21449 The function and performance of a hinge relies heavily on proper end play. If there’s too much end play, the hinge may suffer from premature wear and tear. If there’s not enough end play, you may struggle to open and … Read More

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]]> What Affects the Load Capacity of a Hinge? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/what-affects-the-load-capacity-of-a-hinge/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 08:03:43 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=21427 Ever wonder what factors affect the load capacity of a hinge? Hinges are commonly used on heavy objects, such as doors and gates. As mechanical bearings, they connect objects to an adjacent surface while allowing for a limited angle of … Read More

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