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<\/p>\nStill one of our most popular products after all these years, the Door Stop composite door continues to be a hit amongst homeowners.<\/p>\n
Over the years the product has had many changes and improvements, but you might not realise that there are numerous hinge options to pick from?<\/p>\n
As a fitter, you\u2019ll know that the hinge plays a key part in the success of any composite door installation. More importantly, a huge proportion of callbacks tend to be attributed to hinge issues (doors dropping, not set up correctly etc).<\/p>\n
We know that certain customers prefer certain hinges, so we wanted to give you a quick rundown and reminder of the hinge options for a Door Stop composite door\u2026<\/p>\n
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The Trojan3D Composite Door Hinge is the default hinge when you quote a door using our door designer. The hinge is quick and simple to fit and once fitted the door slab is detachable from the frame, thus simplifying installation. The 3D Hinge is easily adjusted in all planes, either in the factory or onsite, ensuring perfect door alignment for years of trouble-free operation.<\/p>\n
Information<\/strong><\/p>\n Also manufactured by Trojan, the heavy-duty Athena Hinge is designed for Composite Doors. The patented Athena Hinge\u2019s strength comes from its double knuckle construction. Three Athena Door hinges have a combined carrying weight of 100kg, making them perfect for heavy-duty applications such as large or triple glazed Composite Doors. The slim sightline Athena Hinge offers a slim aesthetically pleasing design with an unobtrusive appearance.<\/p>\n Information<\/strong><\/p>\n The old school fitter\u2019s favourite, the classic fixed butt hinge is basically a traditional \u2018pencil style\u2019 hinge, like those fitted on timber doors. There\u2019s no adjustment at all on these, but we still have a devout following of customers who will order nothing but(t) these hinges (sorry)\u2026<\/p>\n Yes, some fitters might baulk at the idea there is no adjustment, but the upside is there is almost no movement at all on this hinge once fitted. That means if the door is installed perfectly plumb and square (as it should be), the doors almost never drop which means you get less chance of callbacks than a traditional hinge. They are also about \u00a310 cheaper than adjustable options, so may be worth considering\u2026<\/p>\n The Avocet Affinity 3D hinge is described as the only truly active 3D butt hinge available for composite doors. Simply use a 6mm Allen key for independent vertical, horizontal and compression adjustment \u2013 no need to release any fixings.<\/p>\n The adjustable 3D butt hinge gives you just that. From the inside the hinge appears like a butt hinge giving you all the flexibility you need for installation and adjustment without the need for face fixed flag type hinges.<\/p>\n Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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