Doorstop – A Friendly Helper in Everyday Life
What is a doorstopper?
A doorstopper is a practical and often overlooked item in interior design that plays an important role in our daily lives. It prevents the door from hitting the wall, which can cause unsightly marks, damage to the paint or plaster, and in the worst case, destroy the wall. Whether you have children, pets or just want to protect your home, a doorstop is a good investment.
Types of doorstoppers
There are several types of doorstoppers that can be mounted in different ways:
These are fixed to the wall and prevent the door from opening too far into the wall. They are ideal for places where there is no room for a doorstopper on the floor.
These are placed on the floor and serve as a barrier between the door and the wall. The classic solution.
When to choose a wall or floor mounted doorstopper?
There may be situations where it is not possible to use a floor-mounted doorstopper. For example:
- Limited space: If there is not enough floor space for a doorstopper, a wall-mounted doorstopper may be the best option.
- Obstacles: If there is furniture or cabinets close to the door that make it impossible to drill into the wall, it may be necessary to choose a floor doorstopper as a solution.
How do you install a doorstopper?
Installing a doorstopper is a simple process that you can do by yourself with some basic tools. Here’s a step-by-step guide for both wall-mounted and floor-mounted doorstoppers.
Wall-mounted doorstopper in masonry.
Materials:
- Doorstopper for wall
- Drilling machine
- Screws (often included)
- Screwdriver
- Measuring tape
- Pencil (not required)
Step-by-step guide:
- Find the correct spot: Measure the height of the door while it is fully open. The doorstopper should be placed about 5 cm above the highest point where the door will hit the wall.
- Mark the location of the screws: Use the pencil to mark where to place the screws.
- Drill holes: Drill holes in the wall at the marked locations.
- Attach the doorstopper: Place the doorstopper over the holes and secure it with the screws.
- Test functionality: Open the door to make sure the stop function is working properly.
Floor mounted doorstopper
Materials:
- Doorstopper for floor
- Drilling machine
- Screws (often included)
- Screwdriver
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
Step-by-step guide:
- Choose the location: Decide where you want to place the doorstop on the floor. It should be close to the door so it can stop it most effectively.
- Mark the location: Use the pencil to mark the holes for the screws.
- Drill holes: Drill the holes in the floor at the marked locations.
- Attach the doorstopper: Place the doorstopper over the holes and screw it in place.
- Test functionality: Open the door to make sure the doorstopper works properly.
Conclusion
A doorstopper is not only a practical solution to protect your walls and doors; it can also be a stylish element in your home. By following these simple steps, you can easily install a doorstopper by yourself and enjoy its many benefits – whether you choose a wall or floor doorstop.
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