How To Adjust Self Closing Door Hinge Tension

A how to video in fixing the slamming door by adjusting the hinge tension.

How to adjust self closing door hinge tension.

Start by removing the locking pin photo 1. Misaligned cabinet doors can make even the most beautiful and expensive kitchens look sloppy. If the self closing door to your garage isn t closing hard enough to latch properly or the door slams shut you can adjust the spring hinge tension with a hex wrench and pliers. Follow our helpful process here to make your next project a.

I ll bet that you never knew you could adjust a self closing door hing. Then add or release tension until you get the proper close rate photo 2. To confirm that it s the adjustment tab try pulling on it with the tip of your finger. Self closing hinges have springs inside of them that force a door closed so you don t have to worry about shutting it yourself.

Adjusting the spring loaded hinge can see daunting but our step by step process is here to help. However if your door slams or doesn t latch properly as it closes you may need to use a couple of tools to loosen or tighten the spring tension. Remove the locking pin. Take a moment to focus on the soft close hinge and find the adjustment tab.

This video is filmed on a garage entry door. Close the hinged door all of the way. European hinges also known commonly as grass hinges are desirable not simply because of their aesthetic appeal but because they can easily be adjusted in three different ways with only a screwdriver. The process is very simple but not al.

Shut the door so that the inner cabinet or cupboard is completely concealed.