Benefits of a spring door closer

When an interior designer or an architect is working on a commercial building or even a residential complex, they need to analyse how the building is expected to function and who is likely to use it, in addition to the basic health and safety elements and the regulatory requirements dictated by construction legislation. This means that traffic flow and practicality has to come into the equation when fitting out a new or refurbished building, and door closers are one of the key elements that will be considered at this point.

Door closers are mechanical devices which are installed with the express purpose of automatically closing a door once it has been opened. This has numerous benefits in terms of health and safety, door maintenance, security, energy efficiency, noise control and traffic flow. There are various different models of door closer, such as overhead door closers, floor door closers and concealed door closers, but one of the most popular is the spring door closer.

Basics of a spring door closer

A spring door closer is a small and discreet type of door closer. It is installed on the door frame of the door in question and uses a tension arm to close the door once it has been opened. The spring door closer can control the speed at which the door closes by making small adjustments to the tension arm. This enables the building user to ensure the door closes at a speed to suit the type of traffic flow and the frequency of use. At the same time, the door closer can also be adjusted to ensure there is a sufficient latching speed. This means that the final closing action of the door is at a certain speed to ensure the latch is engaged. This type of soft close is ideal for security and for making sure that a door stays closed.   

Spring door closers are easy to install, are robust and reliable for many years’ use, and are usually supplied as fire tested to either 30 minutes or one hour, so are ideal for safety compliance purposes also. Spring door closers can be supplied in a range of different finishes, such as white, silver, brass or chrome and hence are an important element in the interior design of a property, because they can match other elements such as light switches, plug sockets, door handles and door hinges.  

Where would you use a spring door closer?

The spring door closer is one of the more simple types of door closer, and for this reason it is most popular with light-use internal doors, rather than heavy duty doors used in high traffic, or external doors. It is also common for spring door closers to be used in locations where visual appearance is important. Because the spring door closer is small and discreet, it is popular for use in modern commercial offices and residential buildings where style and aesthetics are important, but there is still a practical and compliance requirement. So spring door closers are popular in modern residential apartment complexes, as well as in high-end retail stores and in hospitality settings, such as hotels, bars and restaurants.  

What are the benefits of a spring door closer?

Spring door closers are one of the most popular types of door closer. This is because they offer various different benefits:

• Simple – The spring door closer is a very simple design, with a single tensioned arm. This makes it easy to understand, to install and to maintain. The spring door closer is surface mounted on the door frame, so installation is quick and simple.
• Cost-effective – This simple design also means spring door closers are relatively cost-effective, compared to more complex door closer designs.
• Control – The tension arm can be adjusted to provide excellent speed control. This ensures a good latching speed and hence ensures the door closer is suitable for the type of traffic encountered in your building. This type of control also allows you to prevent the door slamming shut. This can prevent injuries, prevent damage to the door, the door frame or surrounding wall plaster and can also help to manage noise.
• Consistent – The spring door closer is robust and durable, which means it is reliable for long term use and will be consistent in how it performs.

So spring door closers are a highly effective way to ensure a door automatically closes and are a simple and discreet design which is suitable for buildings where appearance is important. Spring door closers are ideal for light traffic internal doors, including fire doors, and can be supplied in a range of finishes. Check out our range of spring door closers at MB Direct.