Regardless of the type of construction and door material, the hinges are considered its working mechanism. Without them, it is not possible to open or close the sashes. Almost always, the loops cut identical. But still there are exceptions when, depending on the device hardware, certain details are present. What types of door hinges are there? How to do their installation yourself? All of this we will consider in our article today.
Varieties of mechanisms
Installing door hinges at first glance may seem like a difficult task, but this is far from the case. The most important thing is to choose the right accessories. Then there will be no problems. Depending on the design, the hinges can be:
- Direct. They are the most popular. Consist of side mounting plates and hinge. They are also called butterflies or card.
- Corner outwardly similar to straight, but they have side plates made of corners.
- Screw-in are rotary axes with studs instead of mounting plates welded to the side. Recommended for use with lightweight canvases.
- Hidden and Italian is a hinge that is flush with the body of the door block. Such fittings are mainly installed on expensive entrance doors.
Among other things, the hinges also differ in the installation method. In this case, they are:
- Laid on - are fixed to the surface of the box and door using self-tapping screws without cutting a recess.
- Mortise - mounted in the recesses.
- Screw - instead of mounting plates equipped with pins that are screwed into the body of the door block.
In turn, the loops are still left-handed, right-handed and universal. As for the universal, they can be mounted both on the left and on the right side.
Instruments
The installation of loops should always begin with the preparation of the required tools. You will need to take care of the presence of a hammer, chisel, screwdriver, electric drill, pencil, screwdriver and level. Hinges on the door will not be possible without the listed tools. In the event that a considerable number of cut-ins are planned, it is best to use a manual milling cutter.
Markup
Any installation of loops should begin with the marking. The installation process depending on the device may have certain nuances. Installation of interior hinges should be carried out at a distance from the upper and lower edges on average from 20 to 25 centimeters. At the same time, there must be no chips, knots and other defects in the attachment points. If there is even a slight defect on the canvas, the loops should be offset. When installing the hinges, you must first outline all the contours of the mounting plates and pins, and then proceed with installation work.
Installation Features
As soon as the marking is applied, it can be taken for installation work. But before performing work, you should definitely determine the presence of nuances. Most often, the main problem is the large weight of the canvas. It can be solved by tapping the third element in the center of the canvas. Installing hinges on interior doors basically does not cause any problems. They are light and hollow. Before installing the hinges, you must definitely decide in advance which way the doors will open.
General rules
How the insertion of the loops will be performed depends entirely on their variety. But, despite this, during installation, you should adhere to certain rules common to all types. Precise marking must be carried out. The functionality of the entire structure depends on how accurately it is performed. Even slight deviations can lead to a skew of the canvas, which will cause difficulties or the inability to open the door. Loops should be fastened from the corner of the canvas at a distance of not less than twenty centimeters.
Particular attention must be paid to reliable fixation. The hinges must support the weight of the entire web. To ensure this, the hardware must be fastened correctly and securely.
"Butterfly"
The installation of “butterfly” hinges can be carried out even after mounting the door frame, since the plates are attached not to the end but to the front surface of the canvas. The installation procedure is carried out in the following sequence:
- first, the door wedges firmly in the box, observing the gaps around the perimeter;
- then horizontality and verticality are checked, the level is used for this;
- then the butterfly is applied and the marking points of the location of the screws;
- after that, holes are drilled according to the marks and the hinges are screwed to the body of the door block with screws.
Installation of overhead loops is considered the simplest operation, which does not cause difficulties even for those who have never encountered such work. Due to the ease of installation, it is the overhead structures that are considered the best option for beginners. In this case, all work will be performed without creating a sidebar, which will greatly simplify the whole process. But at the same time, it is imperative to precisely mark out to ensure an aesthetic appearance of the entire structure.
Mounting corner loops
The installation of corner loops is practically no different from the installation of invoices. The only caveat is the presence of a bent strap. Basically, such hinges are placed on the interior doors with a narthex. The whole sequence of steps during installation is exactly the same as when installing patch loops. One part is attached to the canvas, and the other to the box.
Installation of mortise loops
Hidden installation loops are much more difficult to install. For the implementation of the installation will require a power tool. Installation of mortise loops is performed in the following sequence:
- first, marking the location of the awnings on the end of the canvas and the rack of the box;
- then, using a milling cutter, deepenings are made, they are given the desired shape;
- before installation, the hardware is disassembled and a part of the canopy with large dimensions is mounted on the box, and the smallest part is on the sash;
- both parts are fixed in the recesses using self-tapping screws.
Mortise models are considered the most popular when fixing doors. They are durable and reliable, but you will have to sacrifice a decorative look.
Mounting bar loops
Hinges of this type are installed on the door a little differently, since the product is two spring mechanisms. Thanks to this design, the door leaf can freely open completely in any direction and return to its original position. To properly embed bar loops, you must adhere to the following recommendations:
- first you need to loosen the tension of the springs with a wrench or hexagon;
- on the door frame and the end of the sash, mark the mounting plates;
- select a recess;
- fix fittings with screws.
After performing all of the above steps, you need to adjust the springs. They need to be pulled, but do not overdo it. Tighten by screw clockwise. In the process of adjustment, you need to check the smoothness of opening the door. Adjustment must be approached responsibly. During operation, such loops must be systematically tightened.
Conclusion
Hinges play an important role in the operation of each door block. Without correctly selected canopies, the canvas itself is considered just a blank. The correct installation of the hinges depends on how correctly the set of accessories is selected and the installation process is carried out correctly. In each case, the installation is performed differently, depending on their type. All nuances during installation should be adhered to unconditionally, since even slight errors can lead to distortion, which will negatively affect the aesthetic appearance of the door and the convenience of its further operation.