Door Closers

Why Important

Door closers are required by Wirral Council on new and upgraded fire and smoke-check doors.

What to look for

When to look

How to fix

Surface-mounted units will cause the least damage to the door but are very obtrusive and are not always aesthetically acceptable – if used, the older style closers are best.

Alternatively, concealed door closers can be used, which can be fixed either into the hinge stile or the top rail of the door.

Avoiding creating problems

Historical background