Door Alignment

Composite Door Hinge Adjustment

Composite door hinge adjustment - a step-by-step for the vertical, horizontal and compression cams found on most modern hinges.

Written by Cornwall Composite DoorsReviewed by Cornwall Composite Doors installersLast updated July 20262 minute read

Overview

Adjusting a composite door hinge is straightforward if you understand which cam does what. Below is the general sequence - check your specific hinge brand for cam locations.

Symptoms

  • Any alignment problem.

Common causes

  • Any of the above.

When to call a professional

  • You've adjusted several times and it isn't right.

Prevention

  • Tighten hinge fixings annually.

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