Many people imagine a closer big block, which is installed on top of the door. But this is far from the case. Today there are many different door closers. They are different in type of fastening, principle, and method of work. Door manufacturers recommend hidden door closers.
Closer hidden installation
The concept of a door closer, method of action
A hidden door closer is a solution for door leaves that are suitable for people who forget to close the door or who don’t like door slamming. This is a design designed to automatically close door leaves. Such devices great solution For office doors, which always clap and are disturbed by constant drafts.
The door closer has a simple principle: open, walk through, push the door, and the door closes on its own. From strong blows If the canvas hits the wall, glass may break, plaster may fall, or the door structure may break. To avoid such problems, closers are used. Door devices are represented by a number of mechanisms that close the doors automatically and quietly.
The device operates according to the rule of springs that are hidden in the body. He can perform additional functions: hold in a certain position, close the leaf, protect it from impacts, hold different dimensions of doors, different mass. Modern mechanisms are subject to adjustment: the closing speed and the force required to open the valves are set.
Hidden door closers
There are 4 types of mechanisms: floor-mounted, overhead, specialized, hidden. If you need to make the mechanism invisible or it is not possible to install another type, use hidden ones. Such devices are divided into 2 types: a mechanism with a rod, a hidden loop.
Sliding view of the closer
Sliding rod device The first type of device is conventional overhead closers, which have compact dimensions. The entire mechanism is hidden inside the door frame, in the door leaf.
The sliding rod is found in all types of door closers. It is of higher quality, more reliable, and more durable than the hinge system. It is easy to install.
The rod acts as if it were applied. The difference is the size and installation method. The base of the device is mounted on the end of the sash, on the top of the door frame. Then the parts are connected with a rod.
Hidden hinges
The second type is an inconspicuous, miniature device. The mechanism is completely hidden in the hinge body, as a result of its action the process of closing the doors slows down.
Hidden hinges Such models are practical and promising. Small, mortise mechanisms are hidden in the flap that closes it. To install them, you do not need to drill frames, doors, or slopes. Holes are made for the screws where the hinges are installed. The door leaf is subject to minimal damage during installation hidden mechanisms. This option is suitable for interior doors, and not for input canvases.
Important! Door hinge along with positive characteristics has constructive character traits, flaws.
The installation has certain disadvantages:
- they cannot be installed on a solid door;
- they have a short working life due to their miniature size;
- hinges are demanding when installing the door leaf.
If you decide to install hidden door closers, then you need to be meticulous in installing the doors, checking all the features. If these nuances are not taken into account, then door closers are excellent for use in apartments.
Door closer installation properties
The structures are installed before installing the door or afterwards. The difference lies in the ease of installation, which is due to the use of such tools: a drill, a milling cutter, which are convenient and easy to work with, to embed the mechanism before installing the door structure.
Installation of a hidden closer is associated with difficulties in determining where to attach the device. The main thing is to embed it correctly, but you also need to calculate the location of the mechanism at the end of the door block. To avoid mistakes, carefully study the instructions of the mechanism manufacturer and strictly follow them.
A mechanism with a sliding rod is installed in two ways: if the thickness of the box beam allows, then the body of the device is installed in it, and the sampling is carried out with a manual milling cutter.
Important! Before installation, make sure that the required space is available to accommodate the mechanism. The gap between the frame and the door should be sufficient.
More often they are placed at the end of the canvas. This is due to the convenience of working with the door removed from its hinges. Therefore, this type of door closer is invisible to the human eye. When installing hinges, pay attention to the angle of inclination: if the angle is large, the door closes automatically.
Installation technology
To correctly position the device with the lever, adhere to clear rules actions:
- Check that the kit contains the necessary parts. A lever, fasteners, a closer mechanism, and a system mounting template must be present.
- Using the proposed scheme, tape the template to the door in closed. Holes are drilled through the design.
Holes for fastenings - The mechanism is assembled: the lever is attached to the frame of the door block, the closer is installed, and the parts are connected with a screw. Next, the door closer for hidden installation is mounted directly on the door, so its location must be appropriate.
- Traction control. Align the holes of the closer with the drilled places on the door. In this case, the adjusting screws are directed towards the door hinges.
- The mechanism is attached to the door. When the system holds tightly door leaf, holds weakly, then everything is corrected by adjusting the device.
Installation of a hidden door closer Adjusting the closer
After installing the device, check that it is working correctly. To do this, open the door, check how it opens and closes. When everything is done correctly, the door closes slowly, smoothly, silently. If the speed of closing/opening the sash does not meet expectations, then adjustments are made.
The adjustment process is simple. It comes down to screwing or unscrewing screws (bolts) that weaken or strengthen the action of the hydraulics of the cylinder and spring.
Remove the protective cover of the closer box where the bolts are located. One bolt regulates the speed of the entire system, and the other is responsible for the speed of the “latching”, the movement of the door leaf. If you tighten the left bolt counterclockwise, the speed increases. The right bolt controls the opening and closing of doors. For easy opening, turn the bolt counterclockwise.
Adjustment mortise hinge The closer is carried out by turning the screws one by one until the desired vertical is achieved.
Adjustment is carried out when mounting the mechanism, when the temperature changes. In summer (in the heat), in winter, the system malfunctions and requires adjustment. When making adjustments, it is not advisable to turn the bolts more than 2 turns, to assist the mechanism with mechanical forces, or to hold the doors open without a lock. If you follow the advice, everything will go well.
How to install a hidden door closer:
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Spring VS closer: from idea to modern solutions, implementation and purchase
The door spring was needed and it served its purpose. She had a lot of shortcomings, but one advantage defeated them: the door was closed, and this did not depend on the desire or reluctance of the person.
We have been working with door closers since 2004. In 2012, we created our online sales point for door closers manufacturer d ormakaba. The product was in demand. We made 1-3 deliveries per day, selling products from the supplier's warehouse.
Gradually, other manufacturers began to contact us with supply proposals, and we began to expand the list of models and modifications, carefully choosing partners.
In 2013, the store’s assortment was replenished with closers GEZE, NORA-M, NOTEDO.
In 2016, we became partners with Assa Abloy.
Today we have a warehouse where more than 1,500 units of door closers are constantly available for shipment to customers.
We don't stop there. New manufacturers are appearing, and our regular partners are creating new models, developing more advanced mechanisms to make life easier, simpler, and more comfortable, but without significant investment on the part of the customer. The catalog is updated and changed.
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Features of choosing modern door closers and operating principle
The popularity of door closers continues to grow. This is due to a number of positive aspects. Among them:
Door closers, regardless of model, are safe to use, and all our supplier partners take care of this.
The design of the closer and the principle of its operation are intuitive. The design contains a body, which manufacturers try to make as aesthetically pleasing as possible, several elements to provide lever action, a mechanism responsible for the correct closing of the door and the functionality of the door closer.
The mechanism contains a spring familiar to us - powerful and placed in a capsule with oil, but it does not just attract the door, but works in conjunction with the piston.
After compression, the spring returns to its original position in accordance with a preset program.
Hydraulics operate according to the principle: slowly at first, powerfully at last.
Adjustment of compression force, period, acceleration and slamming force is provided.
More expensive models Door closers are equipped with a valve. It will determine and correlate the door travel in degrees (from 70° to closing). The quality of the valve determines the smoothness of movement and the force of the slam. It is also adjustable. There is a play of 7-15°. All new models of door closers that you purchase from the online store website successfully overcome:
resistance force door latches(can be configured for auto- and manual latching);
depreciation of seals;
air resistance when closing the door.
Closers have become affordable, so they can be used on any door, not just entrance doors. In any case, choosing a device is quite complicated due to large number models and modifications, their functionality.
It is necessary to focus, first of all, on the weight of the door leaf and its dimensions.
The dependence is directly proportional, and we will help you calculate it for selection optimal model, because the criterion “more powerful is better” in in this case It does not work.
If the door is light and the door closer is too powerful, problems will arise with the hinges. The service life of the fittings will be reduced, and opening them will be uncomfortable!
Another important parameter choice - aesthetics. Door closers can be top, bottom (floor), or hidden. The last option is most preferable for luxury interiors. Perfect for budget solutions top option. If all conditions are met, your door closer:
eliminates popping and noise when closing;
will ensure correct automatic closing;
will extend the service life of the door block, locks and other devices
Prices and order conditions
The price of door closers in the online store website is from 330 rubles to 60,000 rubles. We give free consultations and help with advice when choosing products. They are sure to get the job done and are inexpensive, as we optimize our clients' investments.
We will deliver door closers ordered wholesale and retail in Moscow and the Moscow region, and will ship upon request from the Central Federal District, to the Urals and Siberia. Free shipping provided for orders over RUB 30,000. Check the wholesale cost of door closers with store managers.
We offer stable deliveries on schedule to trade organizations, service centers, companies producing and installing doors, management companies and housing and communal services.
For clients who are committed to stable supplies, we will develop personal contracts with special conditions. There are bonuses for repeat applications. Discuss all issues with your personal manager.
We hold sales in anticipation of new collections from manufacturers, and organize promotions. Making it ours regular customers offers that are hard to refuse! Each device comes with a manufacturer's warranty (from 1 to 5 years). All products sold have ROSTEST certificates.
Today we ship products for 12-20 orders daily, but we are not ready to stop. We are constantly developing and expanding our logistics capabilities, and not just our range. We cooperate with several courier services, which also allows us to optimize the client’s investment.
Currently, many companies produce accessories, and therefore you can find a large assortment on sale. various devices allowing the doors to be closed and held in this position for the required time. A famous example the closer is a spring made of steel or rubber, which were used before the advent of modern devices. The main purpose of door closers is to close doors and keep them closed.
Kinds
Today door closer designs are more complex systems and allow the doors to be closed without noise or impact, which is important for structures that have glass inserts. And also some models can open doors at a certain angle and hold them in this position for the right time.
When choosing these devices, it is necessary to take into account the design of the products.
Invoices
They are the most common and are used for interior partitions. They are installed by attaching them to the door leaf and are often used in public buildings or offices where many people pass through the doors. The main purpose is to close the doors and hold them in that position. According to their own design features These closers are:
- guides with a rod;
- with gear drive.
The differences between them are the mechanisms that are located inside the devices, which determines their operating principle. Models with a gear mechanism transmit movement using gears moving along a pin. Typically, such devices are used for heavy structures.
Products with a sliding rod can transmit forces from the door leaf to the spring using traction. All these elements are located in one housing, which is filled with oil. This makes it possible to adjust the door movement. Installation of these devices is carried out taking into account the direction of movement of the doors.
Floor
These devices are different in a hidden way installation, and with their help you can open doors in different sides. They are often installed on glass doors in sales areas. Such devices can withstand a lot of weight.
A special feature is the design of such devices - it is a rod located vertically, on which there are springs. When opening the doors, it winds the spring, and then returns to the reverse position. The mechanism is attached to the doors using screws.
Hidden
Such devices are used for interior doors, and they are called frame ones. The design feature of such a device is a mechanism that slides inside the body. The advantages of this model are its small dimensions, which makes it possible to embed them directly into the door leaf and maintain the integrity of the door.
Closer hinges
These devices appeared quite recently, but are already popular among users and are distinguished by great functionality. It is difficult to distinguish them, at first glance, from ordinary hinges, and it is not necessary to install additional designs on the door leaf. These mechanisms differ from standard hinges in being slightly larger in size.
But they also have some disadvantages. Among them are:
- weak effort;
- installation difficulties;
- inability to bear heavy weight;
- short period of validity.
Such devices are most often used for installation on interior designs with low weight.
Closers for sliding structures
They are usually used in the manufacture of furniture; the main purpose is to reduce the impact force when closing the doors. The design of such products is quite simple, and they themselves are small in size. There is a spring mechanism inside the housing.
The disadvantage of such devices is that they have pins protruding from the body, which can be damaged, and therefore they are often placed in inaccessible places.
Installation and technological features
Such devices can be installed before installing the door itself or after its installation. Everyone should choose the method that is more convenient for them to produce.
To work you will need:
- cutter;
- drill;
- screwdriver;
- hammer.
During the work, some difficulties may also arise in determining the right place mechanism fastenings. When inserting, it is necessary to carry out all the work correctly and secure the mechanisms tightly to prevent mistakes, otherwise the closer will not work well. Door closers are often placed at the end of the blade, which ensures ease of use. If necessary, you can quickly remove the structure from its hinges, freeing up the doorway. Such a closer will not be noticeable to strangers, and it can be quickly replaced.
To install the device, you must adhere to clear recommendations from specialists and observe the following rules:
- check availability necessary elements and parts, which should include fasteners, levers, mechanisms and installation diagram;
- use the diagram to determine the order of work;
- correctly assemble the mechanism and mount it in the right place;
- adjust traction.
Adjustment process
After installation, it is necessary to carry out work to configure the closer. It is also important to check how the door will close or open. The canvas should move slowly and silently. If such moments are not observed, then it is necessary to first make adjustments. The process is quite simple, and it is based on tightening or unscrewing bolts that weaken the action of the spring or hydraulics.
To carry out the work, it is necessary to remove the closer cover, where the adjustment bolts are located. Next, you need to decide which bolt is intended to move the mechanism in one direction or another, and twist it, periodically checking the functionality of the door. The bolts must be pumped one at a time.
But it is also important to consider that the built-in closer may work differently depending on the room temperature. If the room is very cold or overheated, then under each temperature conditions make settings.
In this case, the adjustment is carried out by turning the bolts 1-2 turns. To avoid the need to carry out such activities frequently, it is recommended to use those devices that are undemanding in terms of temperature, for example, with spring mechanisms, and also to maintain the temperature in the room that is optimal for the operation of the mechanisms.
How to choose?
When purchasing such a device, you need to take into account the weight and width of the door leaf. Dorma products usually work according to the EN 1154 standard. If the model is chosen incorrectly, it will soon fail or not function correctly. This will bring certain difficulties when opening and closing doors.
Each door closer is divided into gradations and is designed for a particular weight and width of the door. All these points must coincide with the parameters of the canvas.
It is worth choosing ball systems according to optimal performance. It is also assumed that it will be possible to install closers with higher characteristics, which will extend their service life.
For external doors, it is recommended to purchase special models that are not afraid of frost and heat, and also have special design and filled with frost-resistant oil. This device usually comes complete with everything necessary materials and elements, which allows you to install the device on any door, regardless of the material it is made of.
About the hidden door closer you will learn about the new generation from the video below.
The appearance of the room is of primary importance to you, and design, convenience and beauty should not be separated? Buy doors equipped with a hidden closer. First of all, the box is equipped with similar fittings. This is due to the fact that for such products high levels of stealth are of primary importance.
Hidden closers for interior doors are a very convenient accessory. It will not disturb the interior created in the room. This is ensured by the fact that it is mounted in the door leaf and is practically invisible.
Hidden closers for interior doors are installed at the stage of equipping the door structure with fittings. Thus, the models presented in stores are already equipped with door closers, and there is no need to install them yourself. Unfortunately, such fittings are not installed on all models. To be sure that a door closer is included in the door design, you need to purchase them directly from the manufacturer. This can be done at the Svoe company.
Key Features
The functionality of hidden door closers directly depends on the correct installation. By doing everything correctly, you can ensure that the door closer will function correctly and will not be noticeable.
In addition to the above, the performance of the closer directly depends on the correctness of its choice. This type of fittings is selected taking into account the dimensions of the door leaf, its shape, weight and other factors. Only experienced specialists can cope with such a task, as well as carry out competent installation of this fittings. These are the kind of craftsmen who work in our company. By contacting us, you can receive products with hidden closers for interior doors.
Svoe company?
Do you need or any other type door designs equipped with a closer? You should contact the managers. They will be happy to advise you on any issue related to the configuration and design of doors, as well as the terms of cooperation with the Svoe company.
We have already produced and sold more than 10 thousand various models doors. We are confident that we can offer customers what they need. Specialists will manufacture the ordered products, deliver them to the specified address and carry out the necessary installation work. We will be glad to see you among our clients.
Properly selected closers for interior doors require a minimum Maintenance and increase the comfort of people who regularly stay in a particular room. It is appropriate to use them in offices and apartments. Competently installed equipment- this is the absence of unnecessary movements, drafts and extraneous noise. All this directly affects the psychological and emotional comfort of employees and family members.
The advantages of using equipment are easy to evaluate: materials and technologies for insulating wooden, plastic and other types of sheets are not needed, because you do not have to manually adjust the closure density. There will be no more strong slams when closing doors, and drafts will disappear. But all this is possible only if you choose the right type products.
Classify interior mechanisms depending on the type of installation, there are 3 types of closers: overhead, floor and hidden. The overhead version of the automatic closing system belongs to the category of the most budget and widespread products. They are often installed in in public places without high pretensions in interior design. They can also be found on interior doors, but they are the worst suited for this.
Hidden (frame) finishing products - best option for interior doors. They are based on a sliding lever, due to which the product is small in size. The mechanism is built into the door leaf and is practically invisible during installation.
Floor options Some experts classify them as hidden mechanisms, with the only difference being that they are located not at the top, but on the floor.
Hidden and overhead door closers for interior doors
Floor and hidden closers can be installed on almost any type interior paintings. And before choosing one or another closer, you should familiarize yourself with its features:
- Hidden. They are distinguished by the most inconspicuous mechanism. They are divided into two groups. The first is products with a sliding rod. Installed at the top. The second is hinges with a closer. Possess small size, built into the hinge body. Integration into the door element makes this type as inconspicuous as possible. Suitable for lightweight interior doors and have a reduced working life.
- Floor-standing. Quality option for installation in rooms with glass interior doors. Can be used in conjunction with wooden or plastic sheets where design plays an important role. Found in shopping centers, offices, business centers. The operating principle of such door closers does not require a lever. The canvas is attached directly to the axis of the mechanism, so installation must be provided for at the time of selection of the closing cloths.
When choosing between floor, hidden and overhead closers, you need to take into account the features of interior doors:
- sufficient traction force (correspondence of the mechanism to the dimensions and weight of the blade);
- For sliding doors choose a hydromechanical hidden closer, and for swing doors with the possibility of integration into the leaf - a hidden magnetic mechanism;
- pay attention to the design - the product must correspond to the general concept of the room.
A properly selected door closer will ensure reliable closing of the curtains and long-term operation. But for this you need to take into account the class of the product, and also choose reliable manufacturers who use best materials for hidden or floor-mounted analogues.
Classification
Depending on the weight and size of the canvas, closers with different forces for closing/opening are selected. How more weight doors, the greater the effort. There are 7 classes of door closing mechanisms in total.
Not all doors strictly comply with the presented standards. If, for example, the width of the canvas is 100 cm, but the weight is 105 kg, then you need to choose a class according to big side. That is, for such a canvas you will need a class 6 door closer.
You should not choose a class with a large margin. This will not affect the increase in its service life, but will require greater effort when opening/closing.
Custom installation options
Using standard technology, which is used to install most equipment, is not always appropriate. For non-standard doors It is possible to use corners and strips that expand the methods of installing interior products:
- Angles are required for installation when the arm cannot be attached to the box in a standard way. In this case, it is secured from the inside using a corner.
- The angle is used to mount the housing behind the upper slope of the box when the lever is installed on the canvas.
- The mounting plate is used for installation on the canvas and is located slightly behind its edge for further installation of the closer body. The lever in this situation is set to door frame.
- The body is installed using standard technology on a moving blade, and the lever is attached to the mounting plate, increasing the slope area.
- The hanging mounting plate is used to attach to the frame, the door closer is mounted on it, and the arm is attached to the door.
Any non-standard methods installations are carefully thought out. The door closer for interior doors is installed according to individually developed schemes.
Installation nuances
Most hidden and floor-mounted mechanisms are not suitable for DIY installation (exclusively if you have experience). However, the cheapness and prevalence of overhead (overhead) products forces users to make a choice in their favor. Including because they are easy to install yourself.
The delivery set of any door closer includes everything you need: housing, rod and fastening elements, as well as an exact diagram. Included in the set and detailed instructions. You can install the door closer as follows: standard scheme:
- First, markings are applied. The integration of hidden mechanisms is a great difficulty; it requires maximum precision and some experience of the master.
- After marking, holes for fastening are drilled. The necessary cutouts are made for the body of the closer when installing a hidden product.
- Then the mechanism itself is introduced.
- After this, a lever rod is mounted, which consists of 2 parts connected by thread. At this stage, the door opening angle is adjusted (up to 90 degrees).
After complete installation The closer is adjusted. For this purpose, each product has screws responsible for adjusting the speed and opening angle of the door.
Interior equipment does not experience the same weather loads as options for mechanisms for entrance doors. However, this does not mean that they do not require maintenance and compliance with operating rules:
- Any obstacle to the normal opening of the interior door must be removed before installing the closer. If an obstacle is identified during use, it must also be removed.
- Premature wear can be caused by regularly opening the door and holding it in this position with a working closer (to relieve the load, you must use special limiters that are not included in the delivery package). It is strictly forbidden to hold doors in open position using placed objects.
- Interior door mechanisms you need to check it at least once a year - adjust the settings, monitor the condition of the oil.
- Do not constantly pull or push the door to speed up the opening/closing process.
Non-compliance simple rules will lead to rapid wear of the equipment. Excessive force when opening and closing can accelerate the process of destruction of glass and wooden doors. If there is a strong deviation from the rules of installation and use, excessive load on the walls is possible, which leads to their destruction, especially when using heavy canvases.
Adjustment
Correct setting installed door closer will help extend its service life, and make the operating process as pleasant as possible. The instructions always contain a diagram of the location of these elements, and on the case they are indicated by letters or numbers:
- 1 element is responsible for adjusting the opening angle, which can reach 180 degrees;
- Element 2 is required to set the closing speed.
The angle is always adjusted first, and then the speed. The installed element, regardless of its type, must be adjusted periodically.
Conclusion
Give preference to trusted manufacturers of mechanisms for interior doors, strictly follow the recommendations, selecting the optimal products for your needs, and follow the installation instructions. And then good equipment will delight you with its work, and its replacement will be required no earlier than in 10 years.