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Cooke Brothers are UK’s leading hinge manufacturer specialising in high performance Architectural Butt Hinges, Continuous Hinges and Cabinetry Fixtures and have all the information you need - in other words you’re in the right place if you’re looking for answers to your hinge questions. Discover Cooke Brothers’ blog offering a range of different solutions, options, new technologies and more to keep you updated with everything you need to know, whether you require hinges for home DIY projects or unsure on which hinge solution to choose, we have you covered. Our blog offers a solution for any question you may have. The Cooke Brothers blog offers a wealth of information designed to educate, inform and update readers. Read our blogs to find your solution now.
Secure Your Space: A Guide to High-Security Door Hinges

Secure Your Space: A Guide to High-Security Door Hinges

February 2024

There are several considerations when specifying the correct hinge for a high-security door, including design, material and load capacity.

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The Role of Stormproof Hinges in Weather-Resilient Architecture

The Role of Stormproof Hinges in Weather-Resilient Architecture

January 2024

As yet another cold front sweeps across the UK, we have turned our thoughts to Stormproof hinges – probably one of the most weatherproof of all our hinges, performing in all conditions and providing an excellent barrier against the British elements.

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A Guide to Understanding Hinge Load Capacity

A Guide to Understanding Hinge Load Capacity

January 2024

As Master hinge makers we get asked a lot: what is hinge load capacity and how do I work it out?

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Pivota Hinges: The Hidden Gem in Contemporary Design

Pivota Hinges: The Hidden Gem in Contemporary Design

January 2024

Pivota concealed hinges: ideal for minimalist commercial settings, approved for fire doors, engineered for larger doors, and offer three-way adjustability.

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Order! Order! Parliament Hinges Get Our Vote!

Order! Order! Parliament Hinges Get Our Vote!

January 2024

Parliament hinges (and their companion products, Projection Hinges) may have an old-fashioned sounding name, but they have some very modern uses, helping doors to open wide and let in the outside or saving vital living space.

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Closing the Gap: The Power of Self-Closing Hinges

Closing the Gap: The Power of Self-Closing Hinges

January 2024

Sometimes, it’s the little things that can make the difference in a project, and self-closing hinges can often be the little thing that makes that big difference.

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Bespoke Stag Hinge Created Just for Christmas

Bespoke Stag Hinge Created Just for Christmas

December 2023

If it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas to you, and it’s starting to stir your inner creativity, you might like to see this rather festive reindeer-shaped hinge that we have made especially for the Christmas season. This special creation is not just a novelty item for Christmas; it’s an excellent example of the […]

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Concealed bearing and shrouded bearing hinges vs. ball bearing

Concealed bearing and shrouded bearing hinges vs. ball bearing

September 2023

Why concealed bearing and shrouded bearing hinges beat ball bearing hinges hands down Not all hinges are created equal. Not all hinges are right for every door. Advances in hinge design and technology have created hinges that can cope with the sternest tests and the toughest conditions without missing a beat and without maintenance. That […]

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6 Architectural Butt Hinges

6 Architectural Butt Hinges

September 2023

No ifs no butts – Choose butt hinges from Cooke Brothers The Butt hinge is perhaps the most common architectural hinge there is. But that doesn’t mean it’s common-or-garden. Far from it. There is still a lot to know about the different types and the diverse ways they can be used, playing a pivotal role […]

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Cooke Brothers at the FIT Show 2023

Cooke Brothers at the FIT Show 2023

April 2023

Come with us to the UK’s No.1 trade show for window, door, hardware and flat glass in Birmingham. We will be showcasing our finest, five-star products including our renowned architectural hinges and architectural hardware. We have listed everything you need to know to enjoy this popular event and ensure you don’t miss out on our […]

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