Use shims to square the new frame before reattaching the door.
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Fixing a closet door that won t close in a minute.
It may be that the edge of one of the doors hits the upper jamb the doors don t clear each other or the latch doesn t work.
Doors that bind or will not close properly are common problems.
People usually try to plane off the edge.
Remove one of the screws on the jamb side of the hinge and drive in a 3 in.
Close the doors to determine the problem.
But frequently the solution is on the hinge side.
Replace the door frame if it is warped and the hinge adjustments don t make a difference.
That may be difficult on older painted doors.
3 simple diy repairs for stuck interior doors.
If leaves are sunk below the surface the mortises are cut too deep.
Test each screw by tightening it with a screwdriver.
Purchase a new door frame of the correct size.
If you find that the latch contacts the strike plate too high or too low make sure all the door s hinge screws are tight.
Remove the door from the frame tear out old the old frame and nail the new frame in place.
Fixing a closet door that won t close in a minute.
If they simply twist in place but won t catch try inserting.
Check whether door hinge plates are the problem by opening the door and looking at the jamb.
Before trying to trim the door open it and examine the hinges.
If that doesn t solve the problem try this trick.
A hinge can often work loose binding the door against the frame.