For example, commercial door hinge knuckles often have “gauge” sizes of 0.134 or 0.180.

What is the gauge of a door hinge?

A hinge gauge, which is also called hinge “weight,” is the thickness of a hinge leaf. The heavier the door and the greater the traffic passing through the door, the larger hinge gauges you should use. Hinges with larger gauge measurements are useful for heavier doors that have heavier traffic.

What size are door hinge pins?





4 inches is the standard hinge size used most exterior doors in residential homes.

How is hinge thickness measured?

Use your ruler or measuring tape to measure the width from one leaf edge to the pin in the middle of the hinge. Then multiply that figure by two; the width of a hinge is the sum of two leaf widths.

Are all door hinges the same thickness?

With very few exceptions, all standard door hinges are squares and sized in 1/2″ increments (EX: 3 Inches, 3-1/2 inches, 4 Inches). Most residential doors use a 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ hinges. Some larger residential doors, usually entry doors, use a 4″ x 4″ hinge. Now, just a few things to remember.

How thick are hinge pins?

The pin is 15/64 in diameter. Helpful?

Are all door hinge pins the same size?





Replacement door hinge pins are not universal. Each manufacturer makes their hinge pins in a different size that will only fit the hinge that it was made for.

How do I know my hinge size?

Hinge Size



As a rule, use one hinge per every 30 inches of door: Doors up to 60 inches need two hinges. Doors over 60 inches, but not over 90 inches, need three hinges. Doors over 90 inches, but not over 120 inches, need four hinges.

What is a 5’8 hinge?

A hinge with a 5/8” radius will measure 5/8” from the top of the hinge to the bottom of the radius, while a ¼” hinge will measure ¼” from the top of the hinge to the end of the radius.

How do I know what hinges to buy?

The construction of your cabinet – most notably, the overlay of the face frame and the cabinet door – determines which cabinet hinge you need. Similarly, where your drawer slides need to be mounted dictates what type of drawer slide you need.

What is the pin in a door hinge called?



Also known as a pintle, a pin is a narrow cylindrical-shaped plug that’s placed through the hollow center of a hingle’s knuckle. The protrusions on a hinge’s leaf are hollow. Therefore, the knuckle they create is hollow as well.

How do you replace a door hinge pin?

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Quote from Youtube video: The lower hinge right here has the pin that comes down from the top down to the bottom. The upper one up here has the pin coming from the bottom to the top remember that for the install.

Why do hinge pins come out?

Over time, the weight of a door can cause screws to pull out of their holes and make the hinges loose. Hinge pins that are not fully inserted into the hinge barrel will work their way up out of the hinge and fall onto the floor, resulting in a broken door hinge.

How long does a door hinge last?



They should last for about 10-15 years of normal use. Hinges made of thinner metal may be initially cheaper to purchase but will not hold up as long as better quality. Check that decorative hinges are strong as well as attractive. The first sign of trouble is often a wobbly or missing screw.

Do door hinges wear out?

Compared to any other type of hardware in the typical home, hinges do the most work. Not only do they support the weight of doors, but they also allow those doors to swing in and out of their openings. With all the opening and closing that occurs, it is no surprise why hinges wear down over time.

What can I use to fix door hinges?

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How do you fix a stripped hinge hole?

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Quote from Youtube video: Use some gorilla glue and a hammer put some glue on the golf team you're going to drive it into that hole let it dry and then once it's dry. Then you take it screw the screw into it.

What size are hinge screws?



Most pre-hung doors use 1-inch screws for hinges and strike plates. Replacing those short screws with longer screws is the easiest way to improve a door’s ability to withstand a burglar’s kick.