Types of Garage Door Hinges
There are different types of garage door hinges.
They all differ in terms of size, gauge, and intended application.
While there are different manufacturers of garage door hinges, they all use standard classification for their products, making it easy for buyers to find an exact match to suit their needs and budget. In this guide, we will take a look at the different types of hinges commonly used for garage doors.
These include those used for commercial and residential garage doors, as eventually, they can become a problem that needs to be replaced. We will consider the classification of hinges by gauge, application, and material.
Garage Door Hinge Gauges
Garage door hinges are mostly sold in either of two popular gauges: 11-gauge and 14-gauge.
11-gauge hinges are recommended for commercial kinds of garages while 14-gauge hinges are ideal for residential garages.
As you can deduce, the designation of gauge numbers for garage door hinges is counter-intuitive.
The lower the gauge number, the thicker the door hinge is.
Thin gauge door hinges such as gauge-18 are cheaper but they will be a liability in the long term as they may break and require costly repairs and replacement.
For residential purposes, do not go for a garage door hinge that has a gauge number higher than 15 for safety reasons.
Types of Garage Door Hinges by Application
Different types of hinges are designed for different kinds of garage doors. When classified by application, there are 5 different kinds of garage door hinges. These are:
- Residential Garage Door Hinges
- Commercial Garage Door Hinges
- Full Vision Garage Door Hinges
- Truck Door Garage Door Hinges
- Narrow Body Garage Door Hinges
It is important to keep in mind that one garage door may require different kinds of hinges.
Indeed, most garage doors come with a stamped number (different from the gauge) which usually depicts which part of the garage door you should install it on.
Garage door hinges meant for residential purposes have stamped part numbers ranging from 1 to 5.
Owing to the larger sizes of commercial garage doors, the part numbers run from 6 to 10.
If the hinge is to be installed higher up a garage door, you need to look for a high part number as the hinge will be thick enough to support the extra weight.
Low numbered hinges are suitable for garage door parts together but higher-numbered ones have enough strength to also support garage door rollers.
Garage Door Hinges by Material
Garage doors can also be classified by the material from which they are made.
The most popular material is galvanized stainless steel but it is also common to find garage door hinges made of brass, copper, bronze, cast iron, or pewter. Many hinges come with a metallic finish but some may be powder coated to blend in with the rest of the garage door.
In Conclusion
Just like garage door dents, you need to know hinges and what kind you need to repair or replace yours with.
While there are different types of garage door hinges you can buy for your home or commercial garage, the use of standard classification makes it easy to select the ones which are most appropriate.
Whichever your choice though, it is important to ensure that the hinges are strong enough to support the weight of the garage doors and that they are designed to withstand the wear and corrosion which come with extended use.
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