How to Use a Door Hinge Jig

The door hinge positioning jig may seem like an unnecessary expense to many people, but it will pay for itself over time by saving you money on wasted materials and labor costs associated with improperly installed components. One way to justify the cost of this tool is to consider how much more expensive it would be if you were forced to hire someone else do it for you especially since they’re unlikely to do a better job than you can.

What is a door hinge jig?

A door hinge positioning jig is a tool that can be used for accurate and precise installation of both single and double-acting hinges. A door hinge installation jig consists of a metal bar in between two pieces of wood in a V shape. The bar is in the center of the two pieces of wood, and there are markings on the board to show where the hinges should be installed.

Why use a door hinge jig?

There are a few reasons why a door hinge jig is a valuable tool to use when installing a door hinge.

The first reason is ease of use, especially with the double-acting hinges, where they can be installed in many positions.

The second reason is accuracy. Door hinges come in different materials but the standard for hinge installation is bronze. Use a door hinge jig can help you find the exact specifications for your type of door hinge and materials used when installing.

The third reason is for precision in placement of the hinge when working within tight spaces or when there are limited options for screw holes.

How to use a door hinge jig?

A door hinge positioning jig is a tool that can be used for accurate and precise installation of both single and double-acting hinges. There are some steps to install it:

Step 1: Place hinge on jig: Place the shoe of the door hinge against the block making sure that the bottom edge of the shoe is flush with the surface of the block.

Step 2: Marking screw location: Use a pencil and mark two points, one in front and one in back, where screws will be installed to attach hinge to door-frame.

Step 3: Drill holes: Drill pilot holes at the points marked. A drill bit with a diameter of 5/32" will give you the right sized hole for most standard door hinges. If you are using very heavy duty hinges, increase size to ½".

Step 4: Attach Hinge: Place the hinge on the door-frame and insert screws, screwing them in until they are tight.

Step 5: Finishing Hinge: Open and close your door a few times to make sure that it operates smoothly. If there is any interference, you will have to remove hinge assembly from jig and sand down block of wood or shoe of hinge.

Conclusion

The best way to figure out how a door hinge is supposed to work is by using one. So, if you want to learn about the intricacies of installing and adjusting hinges in your house or office, we recommend that you build yourself a hinge jig with some scrap wood and nails so that you can experiment on it at will!