This is especially handy when you have your hands full and want the kitchen door to close behind you. A swinging door that has too little tension may not close properly, while one that has too much tension may cause injury to children or pets as it swings closed.
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Locate the spring-loaded hinge access plates at the bottom of the door at its pivot point. Remove the retaining screws from the plates with a Phillip screwdriver. Remove the plates from the door and place them aside.
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Locate the adjustment screw at the end of the large spring mounted in the hinge assembly.
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Twist the adjustment screw in a counterclockwise direction one full turn to lessen the spring tension on the door. Turn the screw in a clockwise direction to increase the spring tension.
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Test the operation of the door by opening it fully and then releasing it. Note that the door should fully close on its own.
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Turn the adjustment screw as needed until the door has just enough tension to close on its own without swinging too quickly or with too much force.
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Replace the access plates at the bottom of the door and tighten the retaining screws with a Phillips screwdriver.
The Drip Cap
- A swinging door may be the perfect solution to use between your kitchen and dining room.
- When released, the door swings shut automatically.
- Turn the adjustment screw as needed until the door has just enough tension to close on its own without swinging too quickly or with too much force.
- Replace the access plates at the bottom of the door and tighten the retaining screws with a Phillips screwdriver.