How To Fix Hinge On Security Door

Hence the hinge pin cannot be removed when the door is in the closed position.

How to fix hinge on security door.

Check the door for movement. A simple method of using golf tees to fix holes that have been stripped out and are to big so the screws will not tighten up the hinge to the door or jamb. A setscrew locks the hinge pin to one side of the hinge as shown in figure 2. But over time hinges can cause major door problems and prevent the fixture from functioning properly.

Tighten the hinge screws. The setscrew is hidden when the door is in the closed position. Close the door for proper fit. If your door rubs near the top or drags on the floor use a screwdriver not a drill to tighten the screws.

In some cases a simple fix like tightening the hinges is enough. Other times the misaligned door requires a more challenging repair like shimming the hinges. Then scuff the cup portion of the hinge with sandpaper where it will contact the adhesive. There are three different security hinges for outward swing exterior doors.

We have hinges to thank for our doors ability to open and close. Figure 2 setscrew hinge. If the door still moves when you hold the front edge and move it up and down or side to side unscrew the. A misaligned door results in uneven gaps along the edges and often affects closing and latching.

We ll walk you through the basics like how to tighten a loose hinge shim a hinge and fix a squeaky hinge. Start by removing the hinge from the door and preparing the damaged area photo 1. Screws magically work themselves loose over the years.