How Many Hinges Does a Garage Door Need
Door size and weight determine hinge count:
- 2 hinges for doors ≤ 60″ or ≤ 150 lbs
- 3 hinges for 60–90″ or 150–260 lbs
- 4 hinges for 90–120″ or 260–440 lbs
Waterson heavy duty garage door hinges are available in configurations supporting up to 440 lbs, ensuring balanced tension across tall or insulated garage doors.r
How to Adjust Garage Door Hinges
Waterson’s tool-free tension design allows precise control over closing speed and force.
- Use a 3 mm hex key to fine-tune spring tension.
- Adjust swing range and latch speed independently (on DS hydraulic models).
- Verify that the door latches completely without excessive resistance.
This flexibility ensures your self closing garage door hinges stay code-compliant and consistent across seasons or changing humidity levels. Watch the Adjustment Video here.
Best Garage Door Hinges for Commercial and Residential Applications
Waterson self closing garage door hinges are tested to ANSI/BHMA A156.17 and UL 3-hour fire rating standards. Their stainless steel bodies withstand heat, corrosion, and continuous operation in demanding commercial settings.
- Self-closing & soft-closing mechanics: no separate door closer required.
- Adjustable tension & speed control: tailor closure to door weight.
- Fire-rated for 3 hours UL compliance: safety and peace of mind.
- Heavy-duty stainless steel SS304/316: for indoor or outdoor use.
- Hybrid mechanics: mechanical or hydraulic damping options.
- Corrosion-resistant finishes: black, silver, gold, bronze.
- Easy retrofit installation: fits standard butt hinge prep.
- Architect-grade design: quiet, flush, and built to last.
How Often Should Garage Door Hinges Be Maintained
Inspect garage door hinges every 6 months for wear, corrosion, and closing performance.
- Lubricate pivot points if under heavy use.
- Check hinge tension and re-tighten screws as needed.
- Replace any hinge showing deformation or rust.
Waterson’s stainless construction minimizes maintenance cycles and ensures long-term durability even under outdoor exposure.
Waterson Garage Door Hinge Common Applications
- Residential garage doors
- Attached garage entry doors
- Commercial garage doors
- Industrial facility access doors
- Service entrances & utility doors
- Parking structures & basement entries
- Mechanical & electrical rooms
- Workshop or storage area doors
- Office or mixed-use building garages
- Fire-rated garage doors
- Black garage door hinges
- Silver garage door hinges
- Gold garage door hinges
- Bronze garage door hinges