Amazon Basics Self-Closing Door Hinge, 3.5 Inch x 3.5 Inch, Oil-Rubbed Bronze, 1-Piece, Hardware Included

See below for some installation tips I've learned after installing a couple of these. My wife has been complaining for years about people leaving our powder room door open. Not sure why I didn't think of this idea sooner, but I found these self-closing hinges and thought this may be the solution. Our doors are 8-foot, solid core, and very heavy. I ordered two of these hinges, thinking I'd probably need more than one to close the door without stressing the spring. I installed one, which took only a few minutes. Everything needed was included in the package and the instructions were clear. It's very simple and I could figure it out without the instructions, but they are still helpful in telling you which way the hinge should be oriented, and they also provide a warning not to set the tension beyond four holes for a 90-degree swing or three holes for 180-degree swing. It was a perfect fit in the existing mortise and screw holes. I initially set the tension to the second hole and the door closed and latched fine, but only if it was open more than halfway. I then set it to the third hole and door closes and latches perfectly and more positively, even if it's only open 1/4 to 1/3 of the way. Note, it would latch fine, even with a lower setting if it weren't for the air displacement slowing the door down right before it closes completely. This setup works perfectly, and the door does not slam and closes softly. A few notes and some tips: These new hinge plates were the same thickness as our existing ones, so we had none of the issues some others have had with the door alignment; there was no difference. In setting the tension, I found that when I inserted the wrench and turned clockwise as instructed there is quite a bit of play or slack before you encounter pushback from the spring. That said, you need to turn the wrench initially just past where you start feeling tension, then release it and let it spring back. This is your starting point. If you do not do this and count the right-most hole as the starting point you could end up counting an extra hole that actually has no benefit as you increase the tension. I'm not sure if I'm explaining this well, but I posted a video that may be easier to understand. The reason I point this out is that they say not to exceed 4 holes, so if you don't remove the 'slack' in the mechanism first, you'll be counting that first hole as 1, even though you have not engaged the spring yet, so when you count to the 4th hole, you'll have only 3 holes of tension at that point. Time will tell if holds up and I'll update my review if anything changes. Even if I had to install a second one, I would do it as this solves a problem and now wife is happy. I highly recommend these and for around $15 delivered they were a good value. UPDATE 10/17/2022 The hinge is still working perfectly. Also, I installed another one of these on our pantry door, not to make it self-closing, but to try and counter the fact that the door apparently is not installed perfectly plum, so once it's open about halfway, it would swing back on its own and slam into the doorstop quite hard. Because the door is so heavy and has a rack system installed on it, gravity would pull the door fully open with a good bit of force. I replaced one of the hinges with one of these and put the tension stopper pin into the very first hole, right where it would start having resistance. That setting is perfect and now keeps the door in place when opened, so it's just enough force to offset the weight of the door and gravity pulling it. Really simple solution to what has been an annoying problem for years.

This hinge proved ideal for my purposes. we have a finished basement, housing our laundry room, storage for the house, and (for my sins) my workshop and home office. We ALSO have a medium sized dog (who feels it's an affront whenever I'm not actively paying attention to him, to the exclusion of anything and everything else) and two 10-week-old kittens (who have decided a fine game is to "hide" the tiny screws and components endemic to any workshop that involves working on and repairing computes and electronics). This hinge satisfied all my primary automatic-door-closing needs. 1. Applicable. Works well on a hollow-core door (doesn't demand the mass of a fire-door to complete its swing) 2. Subtle. Doesn't provide enough noticeable resistance to make walking through the door difficult, even with a laden laundry basket of clothes or a cardboard box or two. 3. Effective. Fully closes the door, to the point of the latch engaging; doesn't just shut it "mostly" (dog could push that open) 4. Safe. Doesn't exert enough force that a door-darty kitten would find themselves bisected if they judged it wrong. 5. Discreet. It looks like one hinge is just a bit bulkier than the others. Like how a professional bowler has one arm more muscular than the other. 6. Straightforward. Whole process took less time than getting the drill out, and doesn't even necessitate removing the door. Installation time: 90 seconds. I've spent thrice that writing this review. Door type: Hollow-core, interior Door size: 32" Installation position: replaced the middle hinge. Door/frame condition: In good repair (e.g. closes easily enough when pushed; no rubs or sticking) The instructions could use some work, albeit, but let's face it: it's a door hinge. If you truly cannot work this out, then maybe the cordless drill (or, indeed, a screwdriver) may not be the best idea for you. Install hinge. Use hex wrench to rotate barrel inside of hinge away from door opening. Insert pin into little hole. All things considered, I'd recommend this product in a hot second, and intend on purchasing 5 more; one for each bathroom and coat closet (we ALSO have a 13 year-old).

I recently installed the Amazon Basics Self-Closing Door Hinge (3.5 inches) in my home, and I couldn't be happier with the results. These hinges have proven to be a cost-effective and high-quality solution for my door-closing needs. First and foremost, the build quality of these hinges is impressive. They feel robust and well-made, providing a sense of durability that gives me confidence they'll stand the test of time. The finish is smooth and looks great on both wooden and metal doors, blending seamlessly with various home decor styles. Installation was a breeze, thanks to the clear and easy-to-follow instructions provided. Even for someone with limited DIY experience like myself, it took no more than a few minutes per hinge. The self-closing mechanism works smoothly and efficiently, ensuring that doors gently close on their own without any slamming. What sets these hinges apart is the adjustable tension feature. It allowed me to customize the closing speed to my preference, a thoughtful touch that adds to the overall convenience. Whether I needed a brisk closing motion for an exterior door or a slower, more controlled close for an interior door, these hinges delivered. Additionally, the hinges are surprisingly quiet. There's no creaking or squeaking, even after months of regular use. This feature has greatly enhanced the overall peace and quiet in my home. Overall, the Amazon Basics Self-Closing Door Hinge (3.5 inches) exceeded my expectations. They are a cost-effective solution that doesn't compromise on quality. If you're looking for reliable, easy-to-install door hinges with a self-closing feature, I highly recommend giving these a try. They have certainly made a positive difference in my day-to-day life, and I have no doubt they will do the same for you.

The Amazon Basics Self-Closing Door Hinge (3.5" x 3.5", Satin Nickel) is decent overall. It looks nice with its satin nickel finish and feels sturdy, but the self-closing mechanism isn’t as smooth or consistent as I hoped. It does close the door, though sometimes a bit too quickly or not fully, depending on the door weight and adjustment. Installation was straightforward, and for the price, it’s a reasonable option for light to moderate use. Overall, an average hinge — functional, but not perfect.

Been using it for couple days but works well. I used one for my door - the center hinge. The door closes smoothly ( doesnt latch). Installation was easy though instructions were a bit confusing. seems well made and I hope it will last a long time.

installation took less than 10 minutes to replace an existing hinge on my bathroom door. Remove the old hinge, screwed on the new one, then adjusted the tension while the door was closed with the hinge mounted. Now helps the door swing gently shut on its own.

Perfect replacement and easy to install. Woks well to keep an interior door closed to keep out unwanted pets. Just wish it came in white.

I needed an automatic door closer to prevent our cats and dogs from opening certain doors. The first picture shows one of our cats trying to open the door. All she needs to do is tap the door handle and the door pops open, then she can push the door fully open. Our poodle has figured out how to open doors that need a pull or a push, and she sometimes even closes the door after she enters the room. (I have a video, but it is an unsupported file type.) As other reviewers have noted, the door closer hinge is slightly thicker than other common hinges. I've included two pictures. The one with the piece of paper between the hinge plates is the AmazonBasics self-closing door hinge. The other one is the one I replaced. The extra thickness was not a big concern. As you can see in the vertical picture of the original hinge with the door closed, there's a gap between the door and the door frame. The first source of potential confusion is the bag of screws. It contains 11 screws, 6 wood screws and 5 metal screws. I don't know why Amazon included the 5 metal screws. Maybe they are intended to use with a metal door frame? But, then there should have been 6 of them, not 5. In any event, you probably need to use only the 6 wood screws. As the next picture shows, the 6 wood screws are slightly longer and wider than the original hinge's screws. This helps it grip the wood better. (You also have the option of using the screws you removed with the original hinges.) Next, the major source of confusion is the instructions. The instructions have two drawings, A and B, but refer only to A. Drawing A refers to a Tension Adjustment Rod (TAR) and Tension Stopper Pin (TSP), but the instructions refer only to TSP in addition to the hex wrench. There's no mention to TAR. Apparently, whoever wrote the instructions never tried installing one of these hinges. Here's the correct instructions for installing the hinge: First, install the AmazonBasics hinge with the hex hole in the top position. Note that the manufacturer's pictures in the Amazon listing all incorrectly show the hinge's hex hole on the bottom. Second, put the hex wrench in the hex hole, pointing to the right. Move the hex wrench clockwise from right to left. Be careful, as the hinge will be under tension from an internal spring. You might want to wear gloves to protect your hands. As you turn the hex wrench, it will expose a series of holes in the hinge. Put the TAR (long rod) in the rightmost hole and let the hinge press it against the right side. This use of the TAR is temporary, while you test the door closing function. If the door does not close well, you'll need to reinsert the hex wrench in the hex hole, point to the right and move it to the left, to increase the tension even more. Move the TAR to the rightmost hole and test again. You can do this a few times before the tension on the hex wrench is too much. If that's still not enough, you'll probably need a second self-closing hinge for the door. Once you have adjusted the tension to your liking, use the hex wrench to turn it a bit to the left and hold it while you replace the TAR with one of the two TAPs from the bag. These are shorter pins. If everything is lined up, you should be able to insert the pin so that the end is flush with the surface of the hinge. I decided to have a little excess beyond the surface, as shown in the last picture, to make it easier to remove the pin if it needs adjustment later. This works well. If you open the door about 30 degrees, the door will close on its own and the latch will click. But, if you don't open the door that much, as typically occurs when a dog or cat tries to open the door by tapping on the door handle to pop the latch, it will close but not relatch. Still, it worked for my purpose, as the force from the spring closing the door was enough to keep the door almost closed, even though it didn't fully latch, and the dog and cats weren't able to push the door open (or were dissuaded by the resistance.) There were several reasons why I didn't replace the lever door knobs with round door knobs. First, it defeats the purpose of having lever door knobs (e.g., handicap accessibility). Second, the poodle is able to grab the door knob with her mouth and open the door that way. She's also able to defeat various child-proofing mechanisms.

Es una bisagra de cierre automático muy buena y robusta, para puertas fuertes. No sirve para puertas sencillas y frágiles

Great quality. Works great. Easy to install. You decide how strong it is. Easy to adjust. Perfect

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I have no issues with this product. I installed it, set the pin, and the door closes gently enough that it doesn't click shut, so the cat can get in and out without the room losing heat. If I set the pin further in, it would click shut, if that's what you want.

I ordered them for our new (we used a 100 year old door and cut it In half, adding a maple shelf and a cute knob) as a Dutch door for or dog. Easy to install and works great. Make sure you order 2 that’s where I went wrong.