How do you install double action spring hinges?

Answer 1

A double action hinge is really no different that a regular one. Simply place where desired, mortise them in and install. If it is confusing, look at it as if it was only opening one way at a time. One direction it uses the outside part of the hinge and for the other direction it uses the inside part. As long as you install each hinge on the same edge or in the same direction they work the same as a regular hinge. You are limited as to the thickness of the door you are using and there can not be any door stop as the door must swing both ways.

But there is a floor mounted double acting hinge that does require a little bit of preparation before installing: http://floorhinge.doorlocksanddeadbolts.com/

Answer 2

If the doors that you are installing these hinges on is a double door you need six double acting spring hinges to do the job.

1. Hang one of the hinges 3" from the top of the door.

2.The next hinges must hang 2"-3" from the first top hinges.

3.Then hang the final spring hinges 4"-5" from the bottom of the door.

This step work for double swing doors or single doors.