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Door Hinge Buying Guide

Exploring different fixtures for both the home and commercial properties, this door hinge buying guide covers which options are right for any opening. Hinges are a must-have for all door types, with choices of colours and finishes, such as brass hinges, to coordinate a doorway. Also, this door hardware buying guide walks through the basics of how a trade professional will fit a door hinge either when hanging a new door or updating an existing entryway.

What Are The Types Of Door Hinge?

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How Is A Door Hinge FItted?

Understanding how to fit a door hinge

By understanding how to hinge a door and how to fit kitchen door hinges, you can make your room ready for when your builder arrives. This step-by-step guide will help.

Measure your space

Before choosing a new door, carefully measure your door frame to ensure you and your builder select the right size for your frame.

Remove your old door

If you are having a thicker door installed and use a doorstop, the position of this may need to be adjusted by your builder before they fit your door.

Trim your door

Some doors may need to be trimmed to fit your doorway. Your builder will use a planer or saw to do this.

Allow for a gap

Your builder will leave a 3mm gap between the hinged edge of the door and the lining. This prevents damage and your door from sticking.

Mark your position

Your builder will mark out where the hinges fit on your door and door lining. Builders often use existing hinge positions to prevent unnecessary damage.