Prime-Line KC10HD Safety Spring Door Closer – Easy to Install to Convert Hinged Doors to Self-Closing – Diecast Construction, 4-1/4 In. White, Non-Handed (Single Pack)

This works as described! It's a bit smaller than I thought but it works fine. Installation was fairly simple. I will note that this screws to the wooden trim around the door, so that trim needs to be attached firmly. This is a better alternative to the spring-loaded hinges because those are not a universal fit. This closer can work on any door as long as the wood trim is suitable for mounting to.

I bought this spring door closer for a side kitchen door to keep our indoor cat from getting out. The door is old and the frame is warped so the door naturally swings completely open to a stationary position. Before I found this closer on Amazon I didn't even know this kind of closer version existed. I was planning on buying one of those bulky hydraulic rod closers from a big box home improvement store. This one is nice because it only takes a few screws, it is on the opposite side of the door so you really don't see it. It also can be installed in cramped spaces since the mechanism doesn't take up very much space.They offer various colors so you can match it to your décor, and it looks easily paintable.It is made in China, but feels sturdily made. It only took me about ten minutes to install it on a wood door. I didn't even drill any pilot holes first, the screws included were perfect for wood.The biggest drawback is the tensioning of this device. I'd recommend two people if you have to really ratchet up the tension on the spring. They include a tensioning screw which you use to wind it up. Once you go around 3 holes or so, it gets quite dangerous if you lose control of the tension and I can see the spring whipping around and possibly pinching your fingers. We have a fairly heavy vintage warped wood kitchen door working against gravity and it took about 3 holes worth of tension which might have been at the limit of what you can safely wind this to. The instructions clearly say to not over-tension the spring or it will buckle, but there is no clear description of what the limit is.The closer had some minor spring "groaning" when opening and closing the door. I added a little machine oil to see if it quiets down after breaking it in.Overall I'm happy with the purchase. It is well-priced, easy to install, and a very simple design. Once it is configured for your setup you should be good for a long time.

The installment of this spring door closer is incredibly simple. Adjusting the tension is simple enough, and most importantly, it works! I needed this for a door that opens outward onto the patio, and because of this wasn't so sure it was going to function as well, as if it had been installed on a more traditional door.The poor weather has hindered the installation until now and we couldn't be more impressed with this! When I say there was nothing to the installation, I really mean it! We really like the smaller, more attractive appearance of this spring door closer in comparison to others. I will admit that it does make a creaking sound as the spring tightens when opening the door, but it's hardly a nuisance. I was so afraid one of the kids were eventually going to break the glass on the door as it swung open an hit the outdoor light you can see in the picture. Also on windy days the door practically pulls right out of your hands and does the same thing. I'm not sure why the previous owners hadn't done anything to rectify this issue when they installed the doors to begin with.This is the perfect solution in our case, and we can't be happier. Now, I just hope it will be alright outdoors!This is an inexpensive option and is well worth it.

So the Prime Line KC10HD Door Close is a great design, easy to install and adjust, and it worked perfectly with my application. My issue is with Amazon...and I guess the manufacturers packaging process. So mine was missing 1 of the tiny white vanity plugs. I reached out to Amazon for a plug, which is unavailable and was offered a $3 refund, a fair exchange for a one cent plug, but not what I wanted. I wanted what I paid for and suggested a swap which was acceptable to my Amazon chat partner Juvy. The issue was I either had to take my return to a Whole Foods 14 miles away or pay for a UPS return as my package value didn't qualify. What??? How did their problem become my problem? In the end I accepted a $5 refund and my Door Close is missing 1 vanity plug. Oh, and I am a monthly paying Amazon Prime member. Poor customer service amazon.

I bought it for my basement staircase door. I'm glad with its performance.Pros:White color goes very nicely with my white doorSmaller size than most door closers; it does look bad at allVery well constructed, no plastic parts in the main mechanismVery reasonable price compare to other closersVery easy to install; fits very well on the door jamComes with nice long screwsCons:Closes door a little hard; I installed rubber in the door frame to absorb the slamThe main housing will prevent the door to open all the way (180 degrees)The strong spring might make some noise; I would apply some machine oilOverall, this a very effective product for a very reasonable price. I will definitely buy it again, if needed.