How To Fill In Old Door Hinge Mortises

There was a slight gap between some of the 2 4 pieces and the door frame so luke came in with some finishing caulk and filled it.

How to fill in old door hinge mortises.

Then gently score the spot using your utility knife creating a clear indication of how deep your mortise should be. Install or remove the corner inserts as appropriate. A piece of lumber cut to the size of the lock can be used to fill a mortise. After that i gave the whole door two coats of kilz primer.

This may include covering over any wood stains left by the hinge. After all of them were in place i went back with the orbital sander on the sides and top to make sure we were as flat and smooth as can be. Depending on the inserts used jigs can cut mortises with rounded or squared corners squared corners must be finished later with a chisel. Hold until the glue starts to dry.

Line the wing up so it is perpendicular with the outlined spot and if necessary mark this position with a pencil. Adjust the mortising jig to the proper hinge size and door thickness. Once the wood is the right size glue the inward facing side and then press it into place.