Door hinges: The key hub for types, choices and home aesthetics

Door hinges, are core hardware components that connect the door to the door frame and enable the opening and closing of the door leaf. Despite its small size, it bears the entire weight of the door leaf and the pressure from frequent use. Its quality and type directly affect the stability, safety and service life of the door. Understanding the types of door hinges is an indispensable lesson in home decoration and door and window selection.

I. Main Types of Common Door Hinges

According to structure, function and installation method, door hinges can be classified into the following major categories:

1. Hinged hinges (exposed hinges)

This is the most common and traditional type of hinge. It is composed of two symmetrical metal blades and a rotating shaft in the middle, fully exposed on the sides of the door frame and door leaf. It has a simple structure, strong load-bearing capacity and an affordable price, and is widely used in indoor wooden doors and relatively light entrance doors. When installing, grooves need to be made on the door frame and door leaf for embedding.

2. Concealed hinges (hidden hinges)

The "invisible hero" in modern decoration. After installation, the hinges are completely hidden inside the door leaf and door frame, and are not visible from the outside. This can maintain the integrity and beauty of both sides of the door leaf, presenting a simple and high-end visual effect. It usually needs to be installed through precise slotting and has high requirements for craftsmanship. It is commonly seen in interior doors and cabinet doors of modern minimalist and minimalist styles.

3. Spring hinges

The built-in spring mechanism enables the door leaf to close automatically after opening. It is widely used for doors that need to be kept closed frequently, such as kitchen, bathroom or office doors. According to the spring force and function, it can be further classified into unidirectional self-closing and bidirectional opening and closing (such as screen door hinges), etc.

4. Door hinges (Heavy-duty hinges)

Designed specifically for heavy entrance doors, ironwork doors or special industrial doors. The material is thicker (often stainless steel or forged iron), the size is larger, the bearing structure is stronger, it can withstand huge weight and frequent use, and is often equipped with bearings to ensure smooth and silent opening and closing.

5. Special function hinges

Hydraulic hinges (buffer hinges) : Integrated with hydraulic dampers, they enable the door to close slowly and quietly at the closing end, avoiding impact and noise, enhancing safety and comfort. They are commonly used in wardrobes, cabinets and glass doors.

Glass door hinges: Specifically designed for fixing frameless glass doors, they are usually installed by clamping or drilling, combining both aesthetics and firmness.

Lift hinge: When opened, the door leaf can be slightly raised to facilitate crossing carpets or thresholds. Lower when closing to ensure sealing.

II. How to Choose the Right Door Hinges?

When choosing hinges, multiple factors need to be comprehensively considered

The material and weight of the door: Solid wood doors and metal doors require hinges with stronger load-bearing capacity.

Usage frequency and scenarios: For frequently used public areas, products with high durability should be selected. Rust prevention (such as stainless steel) should be taken into consideration in the kitchen and bathroom.

Installation method and aesthetic requirements: Exposed installation or concealed installation? Are you pursuing a minimalist appearance?

Functional requirements: Is it necessary to automatically close, buffer and mute, or have a special opening and closing Angle?

III.Quality is the key

No matter which type of hinge is chosen, its material (for instance, 304 stainless steel is superior to ordinary iron), bearing craftsmanship (ball bearings are smooth and durable), electroplating or surface treatment (anti-corrosion and aesthetic) all determine the final user experience and lifespan. Poor-quality hinges may cause the door leaf to sink, make abnormal noises when opening and closing, or even fall off, posing safety hazards.

Among numerous brands, Degol's door hinges stand out with their rich product line. From classic hinged hinges to fashionable concealed hinges, from silent hydraulic hinges to strong load-bearing door hinges, Degol offers a wide range of door hinge options. It always adheres to matching reliable quality with affordable prices, truly achieving good value for money. It is a reliable choice for ensuring smooth opening and closing of home doors.

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