Door Hinge Replacement

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

What you need

Step 1 Hinge

Door Hinge Replacement, Hinge: step 1, image 1 of 2

Door Hinge Replacement, Hinge: step 1, image 2 of 2

Take measurements of the door hinge using a tape measure and use the measurements to find a replacement door hinge.

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Step 2

Use two sturdy pieces of wood or cardboard that can keep the door in place and put them underneath the door.
Make sure that the door isn’t slanted or tilted to make it easier to replace the new door hinge.

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Step 3

Remove the three screws from the hinge that are connected to the door by using a Phillips 1 screwdriver.
Remove the three screws from the hinge that are connected to the door frame using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Step 4

Repeat Step 3 with the bottom hinge on the door.

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Step 5

Rub sandpaper on the areas where the new hinges will be.
This makes sure that splinters or any wood debris from both the frame and the door will be removed.

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