Jew It Yourself Episode 304 How to Fix a Squeaky Door Before Guests Arrive #JewItYourself #wd40, by Larry Kreger on YouTube. 1 min 56 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 56 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Open the door and listen closely to find which hinge squeaks. Wiggle each hinge gently to check for looseness.
Wipe dust and old grease off each hinge with a clean cloth so the lubricant can reach the pin.
Spray a short burst of WD-40 into the top and bottom of each hinge, aiming at the gap around the pin.
Open and close the door several times so the lubricant works into the hinge.
Wipe away any drips on the door or floor with the cloth so no one slips or stains the paint.
If the squeak remains, tap the hinge pin upward with a screwdriver and hammer, wipe the pin, then spray it and push it back in.
Tighten any loose hinge screws with a screwdriver so the door hangs straight.
Test the door again. Repeat the spray on any hinge that still makes noise.
Tips and common mistakes
Spray the hinge pin gap, not the door face, to avoid stains on paint or wood.
Wipe up drips right away because WD-40 can mark floors and make them slippery.
If the door still squeaks after lubricating, the hinge may be worn and need replacing.
Questions
Will WD-40 stop a door squeak for good?
It usually quiets the hinge for weeks or months. Reapply when the noise returns, or use a thicker grease for a longer fix.
What if the squeak comes from the door rubbing the frame?
Check for loose hinges or a door that has dropped. Tighten the screws or adjust the hinge before adding lubricant.
Can I use cooking oil instead of WD-40?
It can work in a pinch but attracts dust and can go sticky. A proper spray lubricant lasts longer.
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.
