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Correct minor hinge alignment

Interior door · Door swings open/closed
LIKELY CAUSE
Hinge/frame slightly out of plumb
Success rate
0% success
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Repair time
20 min
Difficulty
Medium
Estimated cost
€0
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Fix Score 88
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TOOLS
Required tools
Screwdriverhinge shims
PARTS
Parts used
No replacement parts used.
REPAIR GUIDE

Step by step

  1. 1
    Check all hinge screws are secure
    Check all hinge screws are secure.
  2. 2
    Confirm the floor is not pushing the door
    Confirm the floor is not pushing the door.
  3. 3
    For a very small tendency, adjust hinge alignment using proper hinge…
    For a very small tendency, adjust hinge alignment using proper hinge shims.
  4. 4
    Test after each small change
    Test after each small change.
  5. 5
    For major frame movement, seek a carpenter
    For major frame movement, seek a carpenter.
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