Ledge & Brace Doors + Tee Hinges ; Choosing Hinge Size

[LRich]

Hi all,

I've got ledge and brace doors of varying widths and I'm looking for a rule of thumb on which to base my selection of hinge size/length (span across door).

These are heavy oak doors, upto 836 wide.

For this size would the best rule of thumb be 18" ~ half the width of door, or 12" ~ third the width of door?

It's also been suggested to me, that I use 3 hinges per door.

All opinions gratefully received

 

[JohnD]

I haven't found T hinges much good. Hook and band are usually heavier built and sloppy enough to cope with dirt or rust.

If you have more than two hinges to a door or gate, it gets dificult to swing when it warps out of true.

 

[LRich]

Thanks for the reply

Would you be able to explain (or point me in the direction of an explanation) how to/where to fit band hinges too?

I should have said, these are internal doors. Some open inwards, some outwards.

I would still need to know what size band hinges to use. Half the doors width? Or just a third?

Many thanks.

 

[JohnD]

As you say these are internal doors, I presume you are goiung for a rural, cottage style? In that case, Tee hinges would be OK as they will not go rusty and the doors will not warp often as they would outside. It will also not be essential to have galvanised ones.

So I would be inclined to use 3 hinges, one at the central ledge, and one at the top and the bottom.

However Tee hinges are usually cheap and flimsy and will not look like a quality job. They are usually painted in a contrasting colour (not white).

I'm sorry I don't know the science of selecting hinge sizes, I do it by eye, and look for an arm length about a third of the width of the door.