Heavy Duty Brushed Steel Door Stopper

What this door stopper is

This is a wall mounted door stopper built to take the daily swing of a heavy door. The body is brushed steel, a finish that hides fingerprints and stands up to regular contact. The stopper is sold as a single, and it fixes with screws from the front.

Because it mounts to the wall rather than the floor, it keeps the floor clear and works well in hallways, bedrooms, and bathrooms where a floor stop would be in the way.

Size and finish

One size covers most standard interior doors. The 5.4 in (136 mm) length gives the stopper enough reach to catch the door before the handle meets the wall. At 2 in (50 mm) wide, the base spreads the load across the wall surface.

How to fit it

Pick the spot where the door would otherwise hit the wall. A common choice is a point that lines up with the door edge or the handle, roughly at the height of the door knob.

Hold the stopper against the wall and mark the screw holes. Because the screws go in from the front, you can drive them straight through the face of the stopper with no hidden brackets or back plates to line up. Use wall anchors if you are not fixing into a stud. Check that the stopper meets the door squarely, then tighten the screws.

Once fitted, open the door slowly by hand the first time. The door should stop with a little clearance left at the handle. If the door still reaches the wall, move the stopper out slightly and refit.

Where it works

This stopper suits interior doors in homes and light commercial spaces. It is a good match for heavier solid core doors, which carry more momentum than hollow doors and need a stop that holds its shape.

Use it in:

• Hallways and entryways
• Bedrooms and closets
• Bathrooms and laundry rooms
• Home offices and rental units

Because it mounts on the wall, it also suits rooms where the floor needs to stay open, such as a bathroom with a low threshold or a hallway with a runner rug.

Care

Wipe the brushed steel with a dry cloth to keep it free of dust and marks. Avoid wet cloths and harsh cleaners, which can dull the finish over time. Check the screws now and then and tighten them if the stopper works loose.

What to check before you buy

Measure the gap between the door and the wall when the door is open. You need enough room for the 2 in (50 mm) base plus a small clearance. Also confirm where the door handle sits, since the stopper should meet the door face, not the handle.

If you are fitting into drywall rather than a stud, have wall anchors on hand. Anchors depend on your wall type.