{"product_id":"john-george-medium-tee-hinges","title":"John George Medium Tee Hinges for Sheds and Gates","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn George medium tee hinges are a dependable choice for garden gates, shed doors, and outbuilding frames where a lightweight hinge would buckle under regular use. Available in black or galvanised finish and in 12, 15, and 18 inch sizes, they suit most standard timber gate and shed constructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJohn George\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack or Galvanised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 inch, 15 inch, 18 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden gates, shed doors, outbuildings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHanging garden gate doors on timber posts and frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting shed doors where extra strap length gives better load distribution across the door face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecuring outbuilding and workshop doors subject to frequent opening and closing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral timber gate repairs where an existing hinge has corroded or failed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFix the strap arm across the face of the door and the short leaf to the frame or post, using coach screws or suitable timber screws for a firm hold in the timber grain. Galvanised hinges are the better choice for exposed outdoor positions where moisture is a constant factor, while the black finish suits more sheltered or decorative installations. Store in a dry location before fitting to prevent surface rust on cut edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the black and galvanised tee hinges?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe black hinges have a painted or lacquered finish suited to sheltered gates and sheds. The galvanised versions carry a zinc coating that resists rust in wet or exposed outdoor conditions, making them the more practical choice for gates facing prevailing weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size tee hinge should I use for a standard shed door?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a general guide, use a hinge length that covers at least half the width of the door leaf. A 12 inch hinge is adequate for a narrow shed door, while a 15 or 18 inch hinge gives better support on wider or heavier doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use these tee hinges on a feather edge close board gate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The strap design spreads the load across multiple boards rather than concentrating it at a single fixing point, which makes tee hinges a sensible choice for close board and ledged timber gate constructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese hinges are stocked at Nottage Timber Merchants in Bridgend and are available for collection or local delivery across South Wales. If you are building or repairing a gate, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ironmongery\"\u003eironmongery collection\u003c\/a\u003e for bolts, latches, and gate furniture to complete the job in one order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between the black and galvanised tee hinges?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The black hinges have a painted or lacquered finish suited to sheltered gates and sheds. 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