How to Fix a Squeaky Door Hinge, No Chemicals, by Clever Fix on YouTube. 1 min 12 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 12 s
- Time to do it
- 5 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 6
What you need
Steps
Open the door to reach the hinge knuckles. Wipe dust and grime from around each hinge with a clean cloth.
Put a few drops of vegetable oil on the top edge of the hinge pin, where the pin meets the knuckle.
Let the oil run into the hinge for a minute. Open and close the door slowly several times to spread it.
Add two or three more drops if the squeak continues. Work the door back and forth again.
Wipe away oil that runs down the door or frame with a clean cloth so it does not stain.
Repeat on the other hinges if the squeak remains or comes from more than one hinge.
Tips and common mistakes
Use only a few drops at a time, because too much oil drips and stains.
Wipe the hinge dry after testing so dust does not stick to the oil.
If the squeak stays, check whether the door is rubbing on the frame, not just the hinge.
Keep fingers clear of the hinge gap when you open and close the door.
Questions
Can I use cooking oil instead of sunflower oil?
Yes, a plain vegetable oil such as olive or canola oil can work as a hinge lubricant. Use a few drops and wipe any excess.
How long does this fix last?
It can quiet the hinge for weeks or months, but natural oil may need reapplying when the squeak returns.
What if the door still squeaks after oiling?
The noise may come from a loose hinge, a rubbing door edge or the latch. Check those parts and tighten loose screws.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
