Does the frequency of lubrication of door hinges need to be determined based on actual usage?

The frequency of lubrication for door hinges does need to be determined based on actual usage, as different usage frequencies, environmental conditions, and hinge materials can all affect the frequency of lubrication. The following is a breakdown explanation:

1. Determine lubrication frequency based on usage frequency
●High frequency use (such as office doors and kitchen doors): It is recommended to lubricate them every 1-2 months to maintain smoothness and no abnormal noise.
●Ordinary household doors, such as bedroom doors and bathroom doors, are recommended to be lubricated every 3-6 months.
●Doors used at low frequencies (such as storage rooms and spare rooms): can be lubricated 1-2 times a year, or only handled when feeling stuck.

2. Determine the lubrication frequency based on the usage environment
●Damp environment (such as bathrooms, coastal areas): high humidity, easy to rust, lubrication frequency should be increased, it is recommended to check and lubricate every 1-2 months.
●Dry environment: Lubricants evaporate quickly, but the chance of rusting is low, and the lubrication cycle can be moderately extended.
●Dusty or oily environment (such as kitchen): Dust and oil stains are prone to adhere, and should be regularly cleaned and lubricated to maintain smooth operation.

3. Adjust the lubrication cycle according to the material of the door hinge
●Ordinary iron hinges: prone to rusting and require more frequent lubrication (once every 1-3 months).
●Stainless steel hinge: Strong corrosion resistance, lubrication frequency can be reduced (once every 3-6 months).
●With plastic pads or silent hinges: less friction but still requires lubrication, especially when abnormal noise occurs, it should be dealt with in a timely manner.

4. Adjust according to the weight and usage status of the door
●Heavy duty doors or doors with hanging objects: heavy load-bearing capacity and high hinge stress. It is recommended to lubricate every 1-2 months to reduce wear and tear.
●Normal door leaf but with poor opening and closing or abnormal noise: lubrication should be applied immediately in case of abnormality, without being limited by a fixed cycle.

5. Observe the status of the door hinge as a reference
●When the following situations occur, timely lubrication should be carried out without waiting for a fixed time:
●There is a metallic friction or creaking sound when opening or closing doors;
●There is obvious resistance or stuttering when the door opens and closes;
●The surface of the hinge has rusted or turned dry and white;
●Loose screws or abnormal hinge movement.