Steel Door Hinges Types

Stainless steel brass bronze pewter and copper are common hinge materials.

Steel door hinges types.

Choose a finish that complements the design of the door and surrounding décor. Double action spring door hinges are most commonly found in the kitchen and dining room. While these are among the most popular interior door hinges they aren t able to be used outside because they cannot handle the weight of a steel or fiberglass door. As a result stainless steel is more common for hidden hinges while brass bronze and brass and bronze plated hinges are more common for more conspicuous placement.

Flush hinges a flush hinge is a special type of butt hinge in which one leaf plate fits inside a cutout on the other mounting plate. These hinges work well on any steel garage door and will not rust or fade. There are several interior door hinge types that you should be aware of that help determine how your door can be used. Double action spring door hinges aren t made for exterior doors because they can t handle the heavy weight of a steel door.

One of the first types of interior door hinges is referred to as the double action spring. We offer a magnetic version of the traditional strap hinge that does not have to be screwed into anything. Exterior doors and outdoor applications call for stainless steel. For indoor use butt hinges are usually made of steel.

Common finishes include primed polished plated rust resistant and more.