How To Hang A Door With Double Action Hinges

How to adjust a double action hinge also known as a cafe door hinge saloon door hinge or adjustable double acting hinge.

How to hang a door with double action hinges.

The spring action in the barrel hinge brings the door back to the center and closed position. It is important with a flat hollow core door to make sure the lock block will be in the right place before hanging it. Increase tension on top hinge if the door sags or return action is too slow. How to install a swinging door.

You ve probably seen them in restaurants doors or commercial buildings where traffic flows in both directions. Double action hinges can be installed with the tension up or down. Align the door centerline with the centerline of the frame. If installing double doors with double action hinges fitting one door s hinges with tension up and the opposite door s hinges with tension down tends to help them function smoothly.

These hinges are known as saloon door hinges or double acting spring hinges. Before installing these hinges be sure the door can swing without. Double action spring loaded hinges allow doors to swing both directions. Even if the hinges you are installing are non adjustable tension you should reverse the hinges on one door for proper operation.

It is advisable to use three hinges on each door. A door with these hinges properly installed will swing 180 degrees in either direction. This refers to whether the adjustment point faces the ceiling or the floor. It is usually marked on the top of the door you can also double check by tapping the door with a knuckle it will sound hollow on the wrong hinge side and solid on the lock side.

Installing double acting spring hinges on double doors.