Composite door dropping, sticking or hard to lock? Composite doors are heavier than uPVC doors, so their hinges work harder and can wear or drop over time.
We stock the Fab & Fix Haven composite door hinge. For composite doors with butt hinges, see the Trojan 3D butt hinge and ERA Laird Challenger 3D in our butt hinges.
Check whether your hinge is a flag type or a butt type that sits in the gap. Take photos with the door open.
Measure the length and width of the hinge.
Note the number and position of the screw holes.
Look for a brand or code on the hinge.
A composite door can be much heavier than a uPVC door, which puts more load on the hinges. A worn hinge lets the door drop, so it catches the frame and the lock becomes hard to operate.
Before you replace a hinge, check whether it just needs adjusting. Most 3D hinges adjust with an Allen key for height, side to side and compression; the screws are usually under cover caps. The method varies by model, so check the instructions for your hinge. Replace hinges that are cracked, badly worn or won't hold their adjustment.
Only if it matches your hinge and is rated for the weight of the door. Check the listing.
A dropped door is a common cause. Try adjusting the hinges first, then replace them if they are worn.
Browse all door hinges: flag hinges, butt hinges and composite door hinges.
Not sure which hinge your composite door has? Send us photos of the hinge open and closed, with a tape measure alongside, and we'll match it for you.
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