How to Attatch a Hinge
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Hinges wear down with time.door butt image by Anton Chernenko from Fotolia.com
Remove the hinge to be replaced using the appropriate screwdriver. To simplify matters, take the hinge with you to the hardware store. This way you can match the hinge size and type. Make sure the leaves on the new hinge (the two flat surfaces that get screwed into the door and frame) are the same size as the original leaves. It is best to replace both hinges rather than one. Otherwise the door may not open and close properly. - 2). Clean out the areas where the hinge attaches to the door and the frame. This ensures a flat surface for the hinge to sit on. Fill the old holes with wood filler and let them dry. This step is important because the old holes are usually worn, which means the screws are loose. Loose screws will not hold a hinge tightly in place. If the hinge is inset, make sure the leaves fit within the cutout areas. If not, use a chisel to widen the space.
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Good hinges offer security.Garagentor image by Tripod from Fotolia.com
Drill new pilot holes into the door and frame using the hinge to mark the hole's position. Drill the holes the depth of the screw (the length). If the replacement hinge is identical to the original hinge, drill the pilot holes into the areas you filled in Step 2 . If the holes are laid out differently, line up the edge where the leaf meets the knuckle (the tube the connects the leaves) with the outer edge of the door. Mark the new holes and drill. Follow the same procedure for the frame. Pilot holes should be half the diameter of the screw. - 4). Mount the door to the frame. Use one screw on each hinge to hold the door in place while you position the remaining screws. Lightly tighten all the screws. Test the hinged door to make sure it opens and closes properly. If the hinge does not work properly, check to make sure it's not catching on anything. Minor adjustments can be made using small wooden shims.
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