Look for binding on the wall on the hinge side.
Repair hinge bound door.
Tighten down all the screws with a screwdriver.
Luckily most hinge issues have simple fixes.
We ll walk you through the basics like how to tighten a loose hinge shim a hinge and fix a squeaky hinge.
Some causes of a binding door may include paintbuild up thermal expansion or swelling of the wood loose hinges a worn hingepin or an open joint between the rail and stile.
We have hinges to thank for our doors ability to open and close.
But over time hinges can cause major door problems and prevent the fixture from functioning properly.
If your hinges make any kind of squeaking or squealing noise when you move the door the hinges are probably the culprit.
If there are marks on the wall from paint or varnish the hinged end of the door is binding.