Building construction and superintendence, by F.E. Kidder ... (1896)
Kidder, Frank E. (Frank Eugene), 1859-1905 · New York, W.T. Comstock · leaf 351
In practice,the hanger, when properly set, works to perfection. The door can 348 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION. never bind, but can be operated by the slightest pressure in eitherdirection. The doors are hung after the plastering is done. An objection to the use of this hanger in parlor doors, however,… … Fig. 362.—Prescott Door Hanger. etc., it may be used to great advantage, as it works with the greatestease, however large or heavy the door may be. This hanger hasbeen found especially serviceable on elevator doors, as it permits ofan opening the entire width of the car when desired. This is ob-…
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