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Door weight, hinges and material

Door material, thickness and glazing affect weight. The hinge arrangement and frame condition need to suit that weight rather than being chosen only by appearance.

How this relates to the doorA solid or heavily glazed door may need a different hinge specification from a light internal door. Before reusing old hinge positions, it is worth checking the frame, screw holding and alignment.

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A heavier door changes the hardware question

A solid or heavily glazed door may need a different hinge specification from a light internal door. Before reusing old hinge positions, it is worth checking the frame, screw holding and alignment.

What to look at

Start with the opening, the condition of the existing door and frame, the way the space is used, and the finish you want to achieve. These details usually narrow the practical options quickly.

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