Fix Squeaky Door Hinges in 2 Minutes (No WD-40 Needed), by DecorGuider on YouTube. 5 min 27 s.
- Video length
- 5 min 27 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Open and close the door slowly and listen. Note which hinge makes the noise so you fix the right one.
Wipe dust and grit off the hinge pin and knuckle with a cloth. Dirt is a common cause of squeaks.
For the petroleum jelly method, put a small dab on a cotton swab and work it into the gap between the pin and knuckle.
Open and close the door a few times to spread the jelly through the hinge.
If you prefer soap or wax, rub a bar of soap or a candle along the hinge gap, then swing the door to work it in.
For a longer-lasting fix, spray a little silicone spray into the hinge gap and wipe off any drips on the door or floor.
If the squeak continues, check that the hinge screws are tight and the door is not rubbing on the frame.
If one hinge is worn or bent, remove its screws and fit a matching replacement hinge.
Tips and common mistakes
Skip WD-40: it is a solvent, not a lubricant, and the squeak often returns once it dries.
Use only a small amount of jelly or spray so it does not drip onto the floor and make it slippery.
Reapply lubricant every few months, or sooner if the door starts squeaking again.
Support the door before removing hinge screws so it does not fall or pinch your fingers.
Questions
Will cooking oil work instead of petroleum jelly?
It can quiet a hinge for a short time, but it goes sticky and attracts dust. Petroleum jelly, soap or silicone spray lasts longer.
What if the squeak is still there after lubricating?
Check for loose screws and rubbing on the frame. If the hinge is worn or bent, replace it with a matching one.
Can I use this on outdoor or metal gates?
Yes, but choose silicone spray for outdoor hinges since it handles weather better than soap or jelly.
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