You are tired of loudly slamming doors and impartial chips on the walls left by the door leaf, so it's time to purchase and install a door opening limiter. Next, we will analyze in detail the types of such devices, and finally we will show how to install a door stopper with your own hands.
Door opening limiters are quite diverse.
The stool pushed under the door and a homemade wooden wedge are slowly disappearing into history. Now the industry produces a wide variety of stops, which are sometimes difficult to understand.
In fact, the door stop is one of the varieties of small fittings. Doors are divided into entrance and interior doors, the weight and dimensions of the canvases can vary greatly, respectively, and the stops on the door are different.
In addition, door stops can perform different, sometimes opposite, functions. It’s one thing when you need a stop so that the canvas doesn’t hit the wall, and it’s completely different when you need to protect children’s fingers from a door that doesn’t close at the right time.
But how to make the right choice, if often an ordinary person has a rather vague idea of what kind of mechanism he needs. First, let's go over the basic terms.
Original door stop design.
Many modern closers can be adjusted locally.
Despite the variety of terms and countless models, all these designs are divided into 3 fundamental areas:
A floor stop for a door is perhaps the most reliable option, because the floor is static, it will not go anywhere, plus the price of most floor models, as a rule, does not “crawl out” beyond 200 rubles.
The color of the permanently fixed post-post should be in harmony with the overall design.
Metal stops-columns are stationary limiters that are rigidly attached to the floor. The height of such an emphasis ranges from 3 to 7 cm, the average cylinder diameter is 20 - 30 mm. In order not to "cripple" the door on the column there is a groove with a rubber or polyurethane seal.
With proper installation, the column itself does not threaten anything, but the seals will have to be changed periodically. In the residential area of an apartment or a private house, it is better not to put columns, since it is easy to stumble on them, but as a limiter for opening the front door, the column fits perfectly.
When choosing such a column, it is better to give preference to shiny and contrasting models. They are at least visible from afar and less likely that a person will stumble.
Semicircular door stop.
The semicircular door opening limiter looks like a quarter of a dissected ball with a shock-absorbing gasket. There is no fundamental difference in the operation of posts and semicircular stops, but when installing the latter, the installation angle must be taken into account so that the door leaf comes into contact with the rubber gasket and does not hit the metal.
The magnetic door stop keeps the door open.
A door stop equipped with a magnet is already a more functional design. A small magnet is built into the head of the stationary stop, and a counter metal plate is attached to the door, as a result, the door leaf is fixed when it comes into contact with the stop.
Of course, magnetic structures are not suitable for entrance doors, because the strength of the magnet is not enough to hold the canvas in gusts of wind, but in the room such stops work flawlessly.
Cork stops are only suitable for the corresponding design.
Cork, rubber and polyurethane stops are a variation of the same posts, the difference is only in the material. But before you put such an original emphasis, you need to think carefully, because a soft limiter is not a guarantee that you will not “beat off” your fingers about it, plus the cork is practically invisible on the carpet.
The ability to close the head of the stop in a latch mounted on the door jamb is quite a useful feature. Especially well, such devices have proven themselves on the front doors of offices, administrative buildings and shops, in general, wherever a simple latch can pop out by negligence or from a gust of wind.
The spring stopper is a good solution for temporarily fixing the door leaf.
The design solution is ingeniously simple: synthetic anti-slip "hedgehogs" are fixed on both sides of the flexible steel plate, you only need to slightly bend the plate and slide it under the doors.
Such a device is well suited for temporarily fixing doors, for example, if you need to bring furniture. With this emphasis, even if the door moves from an accidental push, expensive laminate or parquet will remain intact.
The wedge retainer is the simplest solution to the problem.
Wedge-shaped or as they are also called, mobile clamps are now made from different synthetic materials, but in fact these are the same wooden wedges that our grandfathers inserted under the doors, only the external surroundings have changed. Although synthetics must be given credit, such a door stopper does not slip on the floor.
The signal limiter can become the last bastion on the way of robbers. Cheaper models simply make a loud sound when the door leaf comes into contact with them, and the "advanced" stops silently send a radio signal to some kind of receiving device, for example, to a mobile phone or a security console.
Installing a door stop on a wall is an excellent solution for rooms where, for one reason or another, it is not desirable to fix the device to the floor, for example, expensive floor coverings, such as marble or natural parquet.
Classic wall stop for a door.
The cost of wall fixtures starts from 150 rubles, although this is not a lot, but still more than floor limiters.
The market leader here is a standard stop with a platform and a rubber shock absorber mounted on top of a metal rod. It is distinguished from the floor version of cork by the presence of a wider support platform and a stem with a length of 5 to 15 cm.
When choosing, you need to consider what material your wall is made of. There is no difference for monolithic brick or concrete walls, but for drywall you need to buy a device with a wide mounting platform (at least 100x100 mm), otherwise the GKL will simply break through from a point impact.
The simplest wall limiter with fixation on self-tapping screws.
The wall-mounted version of the magnetic device may differ from its floor-mounted "brother" only in the length of the stem, otherwise they are identical.
Often there is no way to fix the limiter on the floor, and rubber shock absorbers with a rod leave hard-hitting marks on the door leaf. In this case, a soft pad on the wall under the handle will help you.
Soft synthetics will smoothly absorb the blow, you don’t need to drill the wall to mount the stop, just stick the device on double-sided tape, and most importantly, there are a lot of design options and choosing a model for your interior is not difficult.
Soft model with support under the handle
There are in the line of wall fixtures and stops with a reliable lock. As shown in the photo below, the mechanism itself is attached to the wall with self-tapping screws, and the hook with the platform is screwed from the bottom end on the door leaf.
The principle of operation is simple: a rounded door hook, approaching the stopper, lifts the movable part and, thanks to the spring, the latch clings. The only inconvenience is that to release the doors, the latch will have to be pushed back manually.
Wall version of the stop with a latch.
The beauty is that if we are talking about wooden or plastic doors, then you only need a screwdriver to fix such a limiter, and in some cases you can get by with one glue. Plus the walls and floor will remain intact.
In folding metal stops, the base plate is screwed to the door leaf with self-tapping screws, but during installation, you need to carefully consider setting the angle of inclination of the limiter relative to the floor, an acute angle can cause the mechanism to break. The optimal slope is around 45º.
In addition, when choosing, it is better to give preference to mechanisms in which there is a folding spring, they are an order of magnitude more reliable.
Folding metal overdoor limiter.
The tape stop can be safely called a symbol of simplicity. Self-tapping pads are attached on both sides of the strong tape, you just need to screw these pads to the doors and the jamb.
True, the appearance of this limiter leaves much to be desired, plus such tapes fray or tear rather quickly.
If you still decide to buy a tape stop, then it is better to choose elastic stretchable models, their price is not much higher, but such stops are more convenient to use.
Tape stop is considered one of the simplest and most affordable options.
The retractable overdoor stop is a rod with a kind of brake shoe. It is installed in a vertical position and you yourself can decide where exactly to fix the structure.
The retractable overdoor stop is a fairly compact and convenient device.
The sliding model is designed to rigidly fix the door leaf at certain points, there may be several points, it all depends on the number of cutouts in the solid base groove.
This device cannot be called completely over the door, since the base part with a groove is attached to the door jamb, and only the movable stem is fixed on the canvas. Although this is not essential, on some models the fasteners can be interchanged.
The undoubted advantage of such an emphasis is the installation at the top of the doors, where it does not interfere with anyone. On the other hand, to release the stem from the locking groove, you will have to reach it, which is not always convenient.
One of the popular models of sliding stop.
Soft slips protect a door from slamming. These devices are especially convenient in children's rooms, with such pads your child's fingers are much less likely to be squeezed in the door. There is no need to talk about installation at all, the rubber band is simply put on the door.
The soft slip is designed to protect the doors from accidental slamming.
Installing a door stop is pretty easy. We will not talk about gluing options, you can handle this yourself, as for fixing to screws, the instructions are something like this:
Wall and door opening stops are mounted in approximately the same way, so there is no point in retelling this simple instruction.
We tried to most fully reflect all types of door stops. Watch the video in this article for more information on this topic.
Probably, every person has encountered a problem when the door leaf slams loudly. In addition, when opening the door from hitting the wall, chips remain on it, which also do not decorate the room. To get rid of such problems once and for all, it is enough to buy and install a door stop. First you need to deal with the existing proposal, choose the type of limiter that is best suited in a particular case, and any home master can install it with his own hands.
If you often hear the sound of a door hitting when you open it in your house, a door stopper will help solve this problem once and for all. It is a device that provides protection for doors, walls and nearby objects from chips and damage. This is a small detail, but it helps to significantly increase the life of the door leaf, as well as protect the walls from damage when the door is carelessly opened. By installing such a device, you will be relieved of the need to frequently change the decoration of the wall next to the entrance.
Without installing a door stop, opening the door may damage the wall or nearby furniture.
The door stop allows you to set the maximum opening width of the door leaf or reduce the speed of its movement. Some models securely fix the door in a given position, depriving it of the ability to open or close on its own. There is a fairly wide selection of such devices, which differ from each other both in shape and design, and in appearance.
Door stops vary:
Since interior and entrance doors have different sizes and weights, different limiters are used for them. An ordinary person, faced with the problem of choosing such a device, may be confused by the available choice. To prevent this from happening, you need to navigate in the terms used:
The stop allows you to fix the canvas in the desired position
The chipper prevents the door leaf from hitting the wall
The stopper allows you to fix the door in the desired position
The overlay does not allow the door to close arbitrarily
The latch secures the door in the closed position
The closer limits the opening angle of the door leaf and ensures its smooth closing
Floor door stoppers are installed directly on the floor covering and are divided into two types according to the type of their action:
According to the installation method, such limiters are divided into:
Mobile floor limiter can have a wide variety of shapes
When choosing a place for mounting a floor limiter, one must take into account the fact that it should not interfere with free movement, otherwise it is easy to injure the leg by hitting the latch rigidly screwed to the floor.
In those rooms where it is not possible or undesirable to fix the door stop on the floor (expensive parquet, natural marble floor or other unique coating), wall models are an excellent solution. Such devices are slightly more expensive than outdoor ones and come in several types:
A conventional wall stop is a stop with a mounting platform
To limit the opening of the door on the wall, they often mount an overlay under the handle.
After opening the door, the hook securely fixes it in the open position.
Overdoor stops are installed directly on the door leaf, so the walls and floor are not damaged. Fastening is done with glue or self-tapping screws.
The tape limiter has special platforms for fastening to the canvas and the jamb
The folding stop is activated by pressing the foot, and in the retracted position it securely snaps onto the clip
The retractable stop is made with a rod and a brake shoe. Its installation is carried out in a vertical position. You can also operate such a device with your foot, and in order to raise it, you will need to manually bend the side plate.
Raise the retractable stop with your hands
The sliding overdoor limiter allows you to fix the canvas at different points, their number depends on the number of cutouts in the groove of the device. A rod is fixed on the canvas, and the device itself is installed on the door jamb. Since this limiter is installed in the upper part of the leaf, it does not interfere with the operation of the door.
The sliding limiter allows you to fix the canvas at several points
Soft pads are installed on the door leaf and protect hands from accidentally getting into the space between the door and the jamb
There are models of limiters that allow you to protect the house from illegal entry. The simplest options can simply make a loud sound when in contact with the door leaf. More expensive models send an alarm signal to the security console or mobile phone.
Anti-vandal limiter allows you to protect the house from thieves
This type of limiters can be both floor and over-door. Floor models are available in the form of polymer wedges or other suitable shape. Overdoor stops are put on the door leaf and are also made of soft materials. The free-standing stops do not require fixation, so they can be used anywhere and anytime.
Freely positioned stops do not require fastening and can fix the door in any position
A feature of the magnetic limiter is that it not only prevents the door from swinging open at an angle greater than the specified one, but also ensures its fixation in the open position. A metal plate is installed on the canvas, and a magnet is placed on the limiter itself. To fix doors of different weights, you need to choose a magnet of the appropriate power.
Instead of a magnet, a vacuum lock can be used on such limiters. In this case, a rubber suction cup is installed on the door, which repeats the shape of the limiter. When the door is opened, the suction cup is securely connected to the limiter and ensures that the door leaf is held open.
Vacuum stop keeps door open with suction cup
Ball devices are designed to fix the door in the closed position and do not allow it to open spontaneously. These are small devices, one part of which is mounted in the door leaf, and the second - on the door jamb. These models are usually used on interior doors that do not need long-term locking. Due to the presence of an internal spring, the ball securely fixes the door, and after pressing the canvas, even a child can open it.
The ball lock securely holds the door closed, and it will not be difficult to open it if necessary
Most often, floor or wall door stops are used, so we will consider the installation process using their example. To complete the work you will need:
Consider the installation of a conventional metal floor door stop. It can have a different shape, for example, in the form of a pin or a hemisphere, as well as different heights.
Work on the installation of the floor limiter is carried out in the following sequence:
Checking the complete set of the door stop
A hole is made in the floor into which a plastic dowel is inserted.
Using a self-tapping screw, fix the limiter
To keep the brass floor stopper shiny, it is recommended to periodically open it with varnish.
If you want the limiter not to interfere with free movement around the room, you can install it on the wall. Installation of wall models is carried out in the same sequence as the floor options. The only difference will be that such a device is mounted on the wall, and not on the floor.
A feature of door latches is that they have a simple design, so they have practically nothing to fail.
The main breakdowns of door stops will depend on the type of device:
Interior doors are installed in every apartment, house, office or any other room. But even they can pose a threat, cause material damage or harm to health when uncontrolled opening and closing the sash. The door stopper is designed to minimize this risk as much as possible.
The door stop performs a number of important functions:
All this makes door latches very important and practically indispensable door accessories both in public buildings and in private houses and apartments.
All door stops can be divided into three separate groups:
Each of these groups is in turn divided into:
The stopper also differs in the principle of operation. They may be:
The door magnetic stop is a lock for the door with a magnet. A metal plate is attached to the canvas below, which is attracted to the stopper and ensures the open position of the sash. Simple stops gently limit the opening angle of the door, for this a rubber seal is used. Mechanical hold the door open with a special locking mechanism.
The appearance of the stopper can be very different, so this door accessory, in addition to its direct purpose, can perform a decorative function.
The floor stopper is located on the floor, as its name suggests. It enjoys the greatest popularity among all variety of offered stops. For its manufacture, durable and corrosion-resistant metals, such as brass, stainless steel and copper, and a rubber seal that protects the door leaf from damage are most often used. The floor fixer can be:
Stationary ones are fixed in one place and ensure the opening of the door to the required angle and its fixation in place.
Mobile phones can be placed or removed as needed. They are most common in the form of a wedge with a non-slip base, which is placed under the door, holding it open. You can also find those that are worn on the lower end of the sash and have non-slip legs.
Wall mounts are good because they do not interfere with movement around the room. It is also preferable to use them when an expensive flooring is laid on the floor, which you do not want to spoil by drilling holes in it, or if a warm floor was used.
Wall stopper is a small accessories of different shapes and styles. They, like floor ones, can have a simple device or hold the sash with a magnet.
You should not be afraid that they can damage the door upon impact, since they are made of soft materials or provide a rubber seal.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the stops, which are attached at the top to the canvas and the box. They do not interfere with the free opening and closing of the door until it is turned down 90 degrees. This design is very reliable, as it firmly holds the door in a fixed position.
The stopper worn on the door is made in the shape of the letter C. It can be rubber, plastic or made of any other soft material. It is worn on the top or side of the door to protect children or animals from a slamming door that can cause injury.
Attaching the door stop yourself is not at all difficult. This will require:
When deciding to install a latch with your own hands, adhere to the following algorithm of actions:
Despite all the seeming simplicity, there are some nuances that need to be taken into account when working with your own hands. The most important thing is to choose the right place for installation. The distance from the sash to the wall must be at least 5 centimeters. This is due to the door handle, the width of which must be taken into account when installing the latch.
If you have a wooden or concrete floor, then making the holes yourself will not be a problem. In the case when there is a tile on the floor, pieces may break off when drilling, so it is recommended that the fastener falls on the seam of the floor covering.
Over time, door stops lose their luster, so they are varnished to give a beautiful appearance.
Whatever type of stop for the door you choose, it will reliably perform its function, extending the life of furniture, doors and fittings.
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At the moment, there are three main types of limiters on the door hardware market: a floor stopper, a wall-mounted door stopper, and a holder that is fixed directly to the door leaf. It should be noted right away that the door opening stopper is not at all such a useless detail as it might seem to an inexperienced layman. Very often, the inhabitants of a dwelling open swing doors on a grand scale, whether it is an entrance door or an interior door.
This can lead to unpleasant consequences. For example, a sharply opened door leaf can damage a fragile glass object located out of sight at the opening. In addition, interior doors are often equipped with fragile decorative elements, which can also become unusable when the door leaf is suddenly opened. What can we say about situations when a small child can hide behind the door. Also, the door handle can cause damage to the finishing coating of the walls.
To prevent the unforeseen situations described above with sad consequences, door opening limiters are used. In addition to classification according to the place of attachment, door leaf clamps are distinguished according to the principle of operation. So, separate magnetic and mechanical stops. In addition, door leaf holders can be fixed or repositionable. Different versions of door stoppers have different functional features and capabilities.
The magnetic door leaf stopper is a ready-to-use part that simply needs to be fixed in the right place. Such limiters in the floor version are mounted on a permanent basis. They are quite easy to install and use and, moreover, are very effective. There are other options for floor clamps that can be reinstalled from place to place.
The locking part of the magnetic floor stops is a magnet that is fixed on the door leaf. Often it is installed at the bottom of the sash near the door trim. The second element of the limiter is fixed in the required place on the floor covering. Such clamps are of the stationary type of stoppers.
In addition to this option, more modern adjustable or mobile devices have recently become widespread. At the same time, mobile door holders are produced in a wide range and differ from each other in design features and the principle of operation.
Floor wedge clamp - a fairly common version of the holder for the door. The principle of operation of such a device is similar to the operation of ratchet mechanisms. The wedge is able to extend to a given angle, while moving along the guides. The required angle is selected depending on the need to brake the door leaf when opening. At the moment of contact between the leaf and the wedge, the door is braked and fixed. To install this type of holder, it is necessary to fix a fixed cone with a pedal to the floor. It is designed to move the wedge along the guides and, in addition, allows you to securely fix it in a certain position.
Another type of mobile floor door stop is the lever lock. In the process of opening the door leaf, the lever arms are unfolded at a predetermined angle. This design is also equipped with a pedal, when pressed, you can release the mechanism for further movement.
By the way, it will be emphasized that the floor limiters for opening the door leaf have one significant drawback. Most manufacturers make this type of retainer in a small size. Such devices, barely visible on the floor, can cause injury to the foot or damage to shoes. They are easy to miss and catch on with your foot, which in the summer can lead to injury to your fingers. However, the advantages of such products are much greater than the disadvantages.
Among the main advantages of choosing exactly the floor stops of the door leaf can be attributed, first of all, the possibility of quick reinstallation to a new place, no need to hold the door with your hands. In addition, the use of such devices allows you to maintain an attractive appearance of the space in the immediate vicinity of the door unit.
By the way, it will be noted that the protruding parts of the floor holders can have a decorative design. For example, they are made in the form of small figurines, cute geometric elements and other aesthetic options.
For a competent choice of a door leaf opening limiter, it is necessary to decide in advance for what purpose it will be used and what its functional purpose is. With the help of these devices, you can solve several problems. The floor limiter is most often used when it is necessary to fix the door leaf in a certain position. At the same time, the door holder allows you to create the necessary space for passage in the opening.
For example, it is possible to hold the door in this way when a large object is brought into the room. Then, by simply pressing the pedal, you can open the door leaf and not worry that it will damage the interior elements with its fittings or sash. In addition, in situations where it is necessary to prevent injuries to children or adults from the sudden slamming of the door leaf, floor fixing systems will also be appropriate.
Door leaf opening limiters are made of soft PVC or steel. At the same time, they can be completed with elastic parts, and sometimes they are produced without them. When choosing a holder from a certain material, you need to pay attention to some nuances. First, you should take into account the style of execution of such fittings. The best option would be to purchase limiters along with the door. Such door options are somewhat more expensive than standard ones, but at the same time, this option helps to eliminate a number of problems. With this approach, it is possible to avoid a discrepancy between the type of limiter and the dimensions of the door block, as well as confusion with color schemes.
In addition, it is necessary to take into account the loads that the holder will experience during the operation of the door.
For example, a stopper used in a children's room may be lighter and more visually appealing. For such purposes, soft plastic clips are used, made in the form of a children's toy. But when choosing a holder for the living room, it is necessary to give preference to more rigid, durable and reliable products. The best option would be a limiter made of metal, which can withstand regular openings of the door leaf for a long period.
Last but not least, you should pay attention to the availability of free space for installing the door leaf holder. With a small space, it is advisable to give preference to small brass or steel products. You should also take into account the weight of the door leaf. Here it is necessary to emphasize that for door blocks made of solid wood, it is recommended to use all-steel products. As a last resort, such devices must have a metal case. But in the bathroom you can install a magnetic retainer in a plastic case.
Installation of a floor stopper for a door is carried out in several stages. First you need to prepare the tools that will be needed during the installation process. When installing, you will need a drill, a pencil, a screwdriver and an impact drill or hammer drill. When purchasing a latch for the door leaf, you should make sure that there are dowels and special screws.
Then you need to decide on a place to fix the stop. This is one of the most crucial moments in the entire process of installing a door latch. For the correct choice of the stop installation point, it is necessary to open the door leaf and stop it at a distance of at least 50 mm from the wall. At the same time, care must be taken that the selected distance is not less than the length of the door handle.
By the way, when determining the distance to the wall, the purpose of the room in which the floor holder is installed should be taken into account. If we are talking about a passage type room, then it is advisable to mount the stopper as close as possible to the partition. At the next stage, using a pencil, you need to mark the floor and make holes to secure the stop part of the limiter.
It is important to note here that two holes must be made in laminate flooring. One of them is for the dowel, and the other for the pin. Making holes in wooden floors is not difficult, but with concrete pavements or ceramic tiles you will have to tinker. After the holes are ready, it is necessary to drive the dowel into one of them and set the stop part of the limiter above it. The pin is inserted into another hole. After that, the stop is fixed with a special screw.
In conclusion, it should be noted that the brass floor fender will become more attractive if it is varnished. In addition, such measures will help maintain the aesthetic appearance of the door holder for as long as possible.
