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Identify and correct minor rubbing

Interior door · Door sticks seasonally
LIKELY CAUSE
Paint buildup or minor edge rubbing
Success rate
0% success
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Repair time
20 min
Difficulty
Medium
Estimated cost
€0
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Fix Score 94
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TOOLS
Required tools
Sandpaperpencilscrewdriver
PARTS
Parts used
No replacement parts used.
REPAIR GUIDE

Step by step

  1. 1
    Check hinges are tight before altering the door
    Check hinges are tight before altering the door.
  2. 2
    Use paper/chalk to locate the rubbing area
    Use paper/chalk to locate the rubbing area.
  3. 3
    Clean paint buildup or lightly sand only a minor high spot if…
    Clean paint buildup or lightly sand only a minor high spot if appropriate.
  4. 4
    Seal any exposed timber afterward
    Seal any exposed timber afterward.
  5. 5
    Test frequently to avoid removing too much material
    Test frequently to avoid removing too much material.
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