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I have a custom baby gate that has two swinging doors that open either way. How do I make them swing closed when opened from either direction!

Home Improvement Asked by Leigh on May 5, 2021

I have a custom baby gate that has two swinging doors that open from either direction. How can I make them automatically swing shut when we walk through from either direction

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Use double-acting spring hinges, also known as bi-swing spring hinges or double-action spring hinges.

A vendor lists some additional names:

Saloon Door hinges, Cafe Door hinges, Swinging Door Hinges, or Double Acting Barrel Hinges.

Answered by Ecnerwal on May 5, 2021

The design of the door would be helpful for illustrative purposes, but I think that you could probably make it work with a stiff spring.

Since this is a DIY forum, see the DIY idea below.

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The idea is not to stretch the spring outward but side to side- allowing the straightening force to close the door. You may also need some medium washers to secure the spring. You can probably cover the spring with a hose or a fabric tube so that baby doesn't get pinched.

Answered by Ben Welborn on May 5, 2021

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