Doors Systems can completely transform a room or entire home.
Folding doors act as an effective, secure barrier from rain, wind and noise. Barn
doors effortlessly move aside to reveal wide open space – with no fixed glass,
panels or posts.
There is no better way to help open your home for parties or
get togethers or to just let the home and nature become one. The doors can be
used in various applications from private residences to storefronts or
restaurants. But on there own doors are useless without hinges.
What To Consider When Selecting Hinges
Hinges are used in a wide range of applications, some of
which include cabinets, windows, briefcases, gates and storage containers. With
their rotating axis, they allow two joined objects to move freely. On a door,
for example, a hinge allows the door to swing open and closed. Whether you’re
purchasing a hinge for a door or any other application, though, there a few
things to consider when choosing one.
1) Size
You should also consider size when choosing a hinge.
Specifically, pay attention to the length, width and height. If your hinge isn’t sized to fit the objects with which you intend to
use it, you’ll need to choose a different hinge.
2) Environment
What type of environment will the hinge be used
in? If you intend to use it outdoors or in other humid environments, you should
choose a hinge made of a rust-resistant material. Stainless steel hinges are a
popular choice because, unlike other metals, they don’t succumb to rust when
used in a humid environment
3) Strength
Strength is something else to consider when choosing a
hinge. If you intend to use the hinge to connect heavy objects, you’ll need to
choose a material that’s able to withstand the objects’ weight. Heavy-duty
hinges are designed specifically for high-stress applications such as this.
They are usually made of thick stainless steel to provide a superior level of
strength when compared to other hinges.
4) Fastener Holes
Look to see how many fastener holes a hinge has and where
those fastener holes are located. A typical butt hinge may have just four
fastener holes, which is perfectly fine for most applications. You can drive a
screw through each of the four holes to secure the hinge in place. But other
hinges may have up to a dozen fastener holes, allowing you to create a strong
and more secure junction with the connected objects.
5) Piano
If you need to install a hinge across the entire vertical
length of an object, you should choose a piano hinge. Also known as a
continuous hinge, a piano hinge is characterized by an elongated design. They
are available in custom lengths, allowing you to use a single piano hinge to
connect two long objects rather than multiple, shorter hinges.
6) Traditional or Living
Traditional hinges are made of a hard material, such as
stainless steel. Some hinges, however, are made of a soft and flexible
material. Known as a living hinge, it’s able to flex, thereby absorbing some of
the shock produced by the connected objects as they move.
Shop For Quality Door Components & Accessories
Stainless Door Hardware is the premier supplier of all door accessories and components. Whenever you’re ready to have a barn door installed into your property, don’t hesitate at all in contacting us. We are far more than devoted to helping you accessorize your property’s interiors to establish a more aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. For any inquiries, you may call us at 1-(855)-247-1168.