Door Hinges History

Can any one imagine door without hinges? Of course not as they are the main ingredients to fasten the door. Door Hinges have been used by the humans since 4000 years and have passed many phase of evolution. It is believed that around 1600B.C hinges began to be used. Before the discovery of hinges people used to safeguard their homes from intruders and from the harshness of the weather by putting the heavy wood or stone on the entrance. Not to speak about the hardship they must be facing for removing and installing the heavier wooden or stone slab on the entrance.

 

In the ancient Eastern capital the earliest form of Door hinges began to be used. However the hinges were not used by the common population at this time. The hinges were mainly used in public or sacred buildings.

 

In the period between 7th century B.C to 1st century A.D the Egyptian, Babylonians and Assyrians were using hinges. The hinges used during this time were crude in design and technology. The hinges used by Romans were superior both in design and technology. Romans designed the hinge system not only for huge entrance doors but also for small household items such as cabinets, doors, drawers etc. The hinges played vital role in Romans life. They had even hinge goddess which they called as Cardea In 16th and 17th century hinges saw more advancement both in style and technology. Now different materials were used for creating hinges. The use of hinges made easier to operate everyday appliances. 19th century saw the major developments in the field of hinges.

 

Between 1850 to 1900 different types of hinges like T-Hinge, Ball Bearing Hinge, and Butt Hinge were discovered. In modern times hinges have attained the perfection both in design and quality.

Tags:- Egyptian Door Hinges History, History Of Door Hinges, Roman Door Hinges History

Add a comment