Introduction
Doors are a major part of our lives, and we use them on a day-to-day basis. Some problems may occur with constant use and age, which can be solved with an extremely quick fix by replacing the door’s old hinge with a new one.
If your door is having problems opening and closing, it may be because of your old door hinge being damaged due to age and general wear-and-tear.
Before proceeding with this guide, you must know how to use a screwdriver and tape measure.
Step 2 requires you to secure the door to prevent it from falling over while you’re replacing the old hinge. Take extra precaution to prevent the door from falling over
Tools
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Take measurements of the door hinge using a tape measure and use the measurements to find a replacement door hinge.
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Use two sturdy pieces of wood or cardboard that can keep the door in place and put them underneath the door.
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Remove the three screws from the hinge that are connected to the door by using a Phillips 1 screwdriver.
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Remove the three screws from the hinge that are connected to the door frame using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Align the new door hinge with the screw holes in the frame and screw in the new door hinge in the frame.
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Repeat this with the bottom area of the door.
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Align the new door hinge with the screw holes in the door and screw in the new door hinge.
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Repeat this with the bottom area of the door.
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Spray a small amount of WD-40 at the back top and bottom hinge and wipe it down with an old rag.
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