FORMERLY MCKINNEY DOOR SOLUTIONS & AMERICAN DOOR PRODUCTS - NOW UNITED AS AMERICAN DOORS.

American Doors Logo

Butt Hinge

The most common hinge type, consisting of two rectangular leaves joined by a pin-connected knuckle. Butt hinges mount with one leaf mortised into the door edge and one into the jamb.

Commercial butt hinges are typically five-knuckle design with steel, stainless steel, or brass construction. Standard sizes include 4-1/2″ x 4-1/2″ (standard commercial), 5″ x 4-1/2″ (heavy commercial), and 4″ x 4″ (medium frequency). Template hinges have standardized hole patterns for machine-prepped doors and frames.

Options include ball bearing (smooth operation, heavy-duty), plain bearing (light duty), hospital tip (sloped ends prevent injury), non-removable pin (NRP for security), and spring hinges (self-closing). Fire-rated doors require steel hinges with fire labels. Related: continuous hinge, pivot hinge, concealed hinge. Brands include McKinney and Hager. Shop hinges.

Related Terms

American Doors Logo
Since 1938, American Doors has supplied commercial doors, frames, and hardware across the U.S., growing from a Houston-based distributor into a multi-market platform serving contractors throughout Texas and Colorado. Family-owned for more than 85 years, we emphasize continuity and craftsmanship, with AHC-certified hardware specialists and experienced estimators delivering fully coordinated Division 8 and Division 10 solutions from specification through installation.
American Doors is part of Riverbend Industries, a family-owned industrial group focused on building durable, operating businesses.

Riverbend partners with management teams for the long term—investing in people, systems, and manufacturing capability while preserving the culture and accountability that make each business successful.

Our Brands

Copyright ©2026 American Doors