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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?

            3"/4" Chrome Plated Brass Double Phosphor Bronze Washered Butt Hinge

            Butt Hinge

            Butt hinges are a general-purpose, go-to for doors around the home. There is a large variety of sizes and finishes, making it a versatile type for any interior.
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            2"/3" Electro Brass Steel Flush Hinge

            Flush Hinge

            Great for bathrooms, cupboards, and bi-fold doors, flush hinges are a great way to create a neat finish, as they are concealed within the frame.
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            Eclipse 102mm Matt Black Grade 11 Ball Bearing Fire Rated Butt Hinge Pack of 2

            Fire Door Hinge

            A legal requirement for meeting safety standards, these FD-rated hinges should always be used with fire doors to help slow the spread of smoke and flames.
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            Parliament Hinge

            Parliament Hinge

            Parliament hinges are used to hang double doors between two rooms and are often used in commercial settings as they can swing 180 degrees.
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            11" Antique Black Tee Hinge

            Tee Hinge

            Creating a traditional look in or outside a home, tee hinges work well in rustic schemes, particularly outside on shed doors or gates.
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            24" Galvanised Steel Hook & Band

            Gate Hinge

            Offering sturdy support to timber panels, gate hinges are built with the outdoors mind - standing up to the elements while still holding up the door. 
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            Chrissi Satin Nickel Lock Handle
            A Guide To Door Handle Collections

            Get clued up on our full choice of handles, from ornate and traditional to sleek and modern. Our collections guide lifts the lid on our most popular ranges, making it easy to get the right look.

            See a guide to door handle collections

            How Is A Door Hinge FItted?

            Measure your space

            Measure your space

            Before choosing a new door, a trade professional will measure the door frame to ensure the right hinge sizes are being used.
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            Remove your old door

            If a new door is getting fitted and a stop is being used, the position of this may need to be adjusted by a trade professional before it is installed.
            Trim your door - fitting door hinges

            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 - how to fit a door hinge

            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 the position - fitting door hinges

            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.
            Fit the hinges - fitting door hinges

            Fit the hinges

            Your builder will fit the hinges and check that the door swings freely. They may make adjustments to provide the best fit for your home.

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