DUALWAY™ is a complete system comprising a doorset with a preformed steel frame, a two-way release mechanism, a special hinged frame within a frame, an optional concealed door closer, and a special DUALWAY™ Interleaf continuous hinge.

There can be no more vital place for the correct specification of hinges than a fire door. The considerations that must be made are pivotal for ensuring the safety and compliance of the door and the building, as well as its functionality and aesthetic appeal.

In the world of interior design, trends come and go, but one that has truly stood the test of time is the prominence of black door hardware.

There are several considerations when specifying the correct hinge for a high-security door, including design, material and load capacity.

As yet another cold front sweeps across the UK, we have turned our thoughts to Stormproof hinges – probably one of the most weatherproof of all our hinges, performing in all conditions and providing an excellent barrier against the British elements.

As Master hinge makers we get asked a lot: what is hinge load capacity and how do I work it out?

Parliament hinges (and their companion products, Projection Hinges) may have an old-fashioned sounding name, but they have some very modern uses, helping doors to open wide and let in the outside or saving vital living space.

Why concealed bearing and shrouded bearing hinges beat ball bearing hinges hands down Not all hinges are created equal. Not all hinges are right for every door. Advances in hinge design and technology have created hinges that can cope with the sternest tests and the toughest conditions without missing a beat and without maintenance. That […]

No ifs no butts – Choose butt hinges from Cooke Brothers The Butt hinge is perhaps the most common architectural hinge there is. But that doesn’t mean it’s common-or-garden. Far from it. There is still a lot to know about the different types and the diverse ways they can be used, playing a pivotal role […]

This spring, we are excited to be offering our customers the opportunity to save money on some of our best-selling hinges and shelf support systems. From Monday 20th March until Sunday 18th June, you can get your hands on discounted hinges, with additional one-time offers added to the site every fortnight! A leading UK manufacturer, […]