The door leaf may be mortised or surface applied and must be centered between the axial centers of the double acting hinge.
How to hang a door with double action hinges.
Double action hinges can be installed with the tension up or down.
It is important with a flat hollow core door to make sure the lock block will be in the right place before hanging it.
The spring action in the barrel hinge brings the door back to the center and closed position.
How to adjust a double action hinge also known as a cafe door hinge saloon door hinge or adjustable double acting hinge.
A door with these hinges properly installed will swing 180 degrees in either direction.
If installing double doors with double action hinges fitting one door s hinges with tension up and the opposite door s hinges with tension down tends to help them function smoothly.
It is usually marked on the top of the door you can also double check by tapping the door with a knuckle it will sound hollow on the wrong hinge side and solid on the lock side.
It is advisable to use three hinges on each door.
The center hinge should be installed as close as possible to the top hinge for maximum support.
Align the door centerline with the centerline of the frame.
Before installing these hinges be sure the door can swing without.
Installing double acting spring hinges on double doors.
Attach the jamb flange to the surface of the door casing.
You ve probably seen them in restaurants doors or commercial buildings where traffic flows in both directions.
Double action spring loaded hinges allow doors to swing both directions.
These hinges are known as saloon door hinges or double acting spring hinges.
How to install a swinging door.