How to install door hinges?

The installation method of door hinges mainly includes the following steps:

First, preparation

Tools: Before installation, prepare special installation tools, such as measuring tape or level, carpenter’s pencil for drawing lines, carpenter’s hole opener/pistol drill, and screwdriver for fixing holes.

Second, determine the installation position and quantity

Measurement and marking: First determine the opening and closing direction of the door so that you know where to install the hinge. Use a scale to measure and mark where the hinge will be installed on the closet door. Usually, hinges need to be installed above and below the door, and the position needs to be symmetrical. Select the right diameter woodworking bit based on the size of the selected hinge.

Determine the number: The number of hinges to be installed mainly depends on the height and weight of the installed door plate. In general, the height of the door plate is about 900mm and two hinges are installed, about 1600mm and three hinges are installed, and so on. For heavier door panels, you may need to increase the number of hinges.

Third, draw line positioning and drilling

Drawing line positioning: on the marked position, use a woodworking pencil or installation measuring plate to mark the positioning, the drilling edge distance is generally 5 mm.

Drilling: The use of a pistol drill or wood opener in the door plate to punch the hinge mounting hole, the aperture and depth should be determined according to the specifications of the hinge, the general aperture is 35 mm, the depth is about 12 mm.

Fourth, install the hinge

Fixing the hinge cup: Insert the hinge into the hinge cup hole on the door plate, and fix the hinge cup with a self-tapping screw.

Secure the base: Open the hinge, align the side panels, and secure the hinge base with self-tapping screws. During this process, ensure that the door is supported to prevent the door from distorting due to the influence of gravity.

Fifth, debugging and inspection

Debugging effect: After the installation is completed, the effect of opening and closing the door needs to be tested back and forth. The general hinge can be adjusted in six ways to ensure that the upper and lower alignment, and the two doors are moderate. The closing gap after installation is generally about 2 mm.

Check: Check that the door opens and closes smoothly and aligns, and adjust the screws on the hinges for fine tuning if necessary.

Sixth, precautions

Installation position: The hinge can not be installed in the corner tenon of the door and window fan body, so as to install the 1/10 of the door and window fan body, and avoid the distribution of three equal points, you can set up two next to avoid the door tilt.

Prevent falling fan: Falling fan is due to the poor installation of doors and Windows, the upper distance is getting larger and smaller, the lower distance is getting smaller and smaller, and the switch is not good enough to fall off. Door hinge installation is usually due to the selection of small size hinge, or the use of matching screws caused by.

Accessories matching: ensure that the hinge groove matches the height, width and thickness of the hinge, and the hinge is matched with the screws and fasteners connected with it. The connection mode of the hinge should match the material of the frame and the fan.

By following the above steps and precautions, you can ensure that the door hinges are firmly installed and run smoothly. If you encounter difficulties in actual operation, it is recommended to consult a professional or seek related installation services.