Catalog of spring hinges

The best spring hinges for doors

Spring hinges are a special type of hinge that, as their name suggests, use a spring to automatically close once they have been opened. In this way, they use a spring mechanism that provides additional force to close the door automatically. Some types of spring hinges also use a speed control mechanism to close the door, allowing the speed of the door closing to be reduced.

The operation of the spring, which is located inside the hinge, allows it to be compressed when the door is opened. Once the door is released, the spring returns to its initial position so the door closes.

In addition, the design of the spring hinge allows the tension generated through the spring to be adjusted according to each type of door or furniture. Within this type of hinges there may be specific functions of each of them, such as spring hinges for fire doors or spring hinges for doors.

Thanks to the material from which spring door hinges are made (such as steel or other metals) their resistance is guaranteed. The material may depend on the different brands of spring hinges that exist, among which are Hettich, Amig, Justor, Arrone... Depending on the type of brand, you can obtain a spring hinge made of one material or another, since there are some which are made with molded zinc, others with reinforced plastic.

Learn how to install your spring hinge

The installation process takes into account the presence of the spring as well as the tension it generates. In this way, the steps to install a spring hinge can be summarized as follows:

1) Locate and position the hinges on the door and frame

2) Place the hinge in line with the measurements taken and screw it with the necessary screws

3) Adjust the tension to calculate the door closing speed

4) Test that it fits correctly and make any final adjustments as necessary

5) The process can be finished with some finish to improve appearance or safety

Spring-loaded hinges provide greater comfort and safety when opening and closing different types of doors. If you have any questions about the installation process or its functions, do not hesitate to contact us!