Spring hinge catalog

The best spring hinges for doors

Spring hinges are a special type of hinge that, as the name implies, make use of a spring as an automatic closer once they have been opened. In this way, they use a spring mechanism that provides extra force to close the door automatically. Some types of spring hinges also use a speed control mechanism to close the door, which allows for reducing the door's closing speed.

The operation of the spring, which is located inside the hinge, allows it to be compressed when the door is opened. Once the door is released, the spring returns to its initial position, which causes the door to close.

Furthermore, the design of the spring hinge allows you to adjust the tension generated by the spring according to each type of door or piece of furniture. Within this type of hinge, there may be specific functions for each one, such as spring hinges for fire doors or spring-loaded hinges for doors.

Thanks to the material from which the door spring hinges are made (such as steel or other metals), their durability is guaranteed. The material may depend on the different brands of spring hinges that exist, including Hettich, Amig, Justor, Arrone… Depending on the brand, you may obtain a spring hinge made of one material or another, as some are made with die-cast zinc, others with reinforced plastic.

Learn how to install your spring hinge

The installation process takes into account the presence of the spring as well as the tension it generates. Thus, the steps to install a spring hinge can be summarized as follows:

1) Locate and position the hinges on the door and the frame

2) Place the hinge in an aligned manner with the measurements taken and screw it in with the necessary screws

3) Adjust the tension to calculate the closing speed of the door

4) Test that it fits correctly and carry out any final adjustments that are necessary

5) The process can be finished with some finishing to improve the appearance or safety

Spring hinges provide greater convenience and safety in the opening and closing of different types of doors. If you have any questions about the installation process or its functions, do not hesitate to contact us!